Have you attended one of our awesome local community events recently? It may look easy but behind the scenes there is a mountain of work involved in turning that creative intent into a memorable experience. That is where Knock Knock Events comes in. Its owner, Luke Schroder, launched his business in Tauranga in February 2017….
Affordable housing has never been more topical than today and the construction industry faces ever tougher challenges as it faces renewed demand for well priced, good quality housing to meet unprecedented demand in the Bay of Plenty and elsewhere. For three generations Keith Hay Homes has been a respected leader in the New Zealand housing…
The ambition to have a flexible lifestyle is a key motivator for many people to start their own business. In contrast, the reality for many is an experience of long hours, financial stress and pressure to keep the wheels turning. Paul Kelly, a business and personal coach, sees the conflict between the goal and the…
What do you get when you mix colourful artists from fashion, hair, millinery and interior design? A.DO, an award winning salon that’s helped locals look and feel their best for over 22 years. Jason and Penny Davies became salon owners in 1996 because they wanted to take control of their pathway in life. Fast-forward to…
Food intolerances, stomach pain, skin issues, allergies and anxiety are now more prevalent than ever – and there’s growing awareness, and evidence, that the answers lie in our gut. Holistic Nutritionist and Certified GAPS Practitioner, Catherine Garney, helps Tauranga locals overcome digestive issues, immune issues and allergies by focusing on nutrition and natural health solutions….
Financial success often depends on how fast you pay your home loan off – but Majesty Mortgage Broker Paul Dow says the biggest mistake people make is assuming all banks are the same. “In fact, they offer different products and facilities that can make a MASSIVE difference to the length of time it takes to…
Small businesses often rely heavily on technology so when things go wrong, having an IT expert speak in ‘plain English’ and fix issues quickly is a huge relief. Lee Fowler has been coming to the rescue of Bay residents and small business owners for the past seven years to resolve their computer or smart device…
Most of us insure our home, our possessions and our vehicles without hesitation but forget to insure our most valuable asset of all – ourselves and our ability to earn an income. But insurance advisor Emily Harris is out to change that mindset. She joined forces with her mother, Lorna, three years ago to expand…
Most small business owners are still fast asleep at 5:30am but Tauranga’s Personal Trainer Jen Telfer is always hard at work. Five mornings a week she heads down to Fergusson Park in Matua to run bootcamp sessions exclusively for women. She puts 12-20 clients through their paces each weekday and pushes them to complete workouts…
As the digital capability of our homes and businesses continues to grow, so too does people’s frustration when trying to make all their devices and gadgets work. Wi-Fi, IT, home entertainment systems, security, surveillance and home automation have changed the way we live and interact with the world. It’s also created demand for an in-home…
