Another busy month around the Waikato and our people were there there to capture the moments.
Getting to know you ….
Blue Pacific Minerals are New Zealand’s largest processor and distributor of zeolite and perlite ore for domestic, commercial, agricultural and industrial applications throughout Australia, Asia and South Pacific regions. As well as processing locally sourced raw materials, it also imports industrial minerals for local clients and offer custom processing facilities. Last month the Tokoroa-based company hosted prime minister Christopher Luxon and Waikato Chamber of Commerce.
From left: Peter Nation, Don Good, Christopher Luxon, John Wilkinson (ASB Bank), Rob Finlayson (Waikato Chamber) Taupō MP Louise Upston.
From left: John Wilkinson (ASB Bank), Pamela Storey (Waikato Regional Council).
From left: Scott Ratuki (Tompkins Wake), Kelvyn Eglington (Craigs Investment Partners), Peter Nation (Waikato Chamber), Karen Bennett (Waikato Regional Council), Steve Gow (South Waikato District Council)
From left: Don Good, Steve Gow (South Waikato District Council), Mike Prendergast (Blue Pacific Minerals).
Future proofing business …..
Waikato Chamber of Commerce held a business networking event at the Plaza Theatre in Putāruru last month about future-proofing your business: cash flow, capital and confidence. Guest speakers were business cash flow and resilience specialist Mel Curwood and chartered accountant Debbie Gisby who shared practical strategies and real-world advice with South Waikato businesses.
From left: Jordy Dixon and Amelia Paget (Hodderville Farms)
From left: Rachael Beale (The Pressie Box), Rebekah Garner (The Event Girl)
From left: Kiani Tuhua (Waikato Chamber), Mel Curwood (Mel Curwood Consulting), Debbie Gisby (Graham Brown & Co) and Don Good (Waikato Chamber).
From left: Ankit Choudhary (Two Degrees Mobile), Scott Walker (Cheal Consultants Limited), Anthony Moss (Cheal Consultants Limited).
Fundraising efforts
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was guest of honour at a Taupō electorate fundraising dinner at Lake Karāpiro last month. MPs Louise Upston, Tim van de Molen and Barbara Kuriger were all in attendance.
From left: Scott Dixon, Ebbett Toyota business manager and Ōhaupō dairy farmer Andrew Reymer with Luxon.
Waikato MP Tim van de Molen launches the National Party fundraiser at Lake Karāpiro.
From left: Mike and Nicola Pettit, Gary and Trina White of Waikato Construction Management and Waipā deputy mayor Liz Stolwyk with prime minister Christopher Luxon.
Breeding industry awards
The glitz, glamour and glory did not disappoint at the New Zealand Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association for its national awards last month where there were celebrations for 24 individual group one winners, combined with a couple of group one humans. Waikato Stud was named New Zealand Breeder of the Year for a remarkable 11th time after another season of outstanding results.
It was a huge surprise for master of ceremonies Steve Davis when the bloodstock auctioneer was named Personality of the Year in recognition of a lifetime of contribution to the New Zealand thoroughbred breeding industry. Fellow MC Emily Bosson chats to him at the awards. Photo: Christine Cornege
The Centaine Award for champion New Zealand-based sire by total progeny earnings worldwide went to Little Avondale Stud’s Per Incanto. Pictured with the trophy is Little Avondale’s Sam Williams, right, with Mark Chittick of Waikato Stud finally handing over the trophy having held it since 2015 with Savabeel. Photo: Christine Cornege
White Robe Lodge’s Jack Stewart, left, with Matt Ballesty of New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing, was recognised with the Mary Lynne Ryan Young Achiever Award highlighting his growing impact on New Zealand’s breeding and racing landscape. Photo: Christine Cornege
And also ….
A cultural show was held as part of the Waikato Pacific Action Plan Fono launch in Hamilton last month. Photo: Chris Gardner.
It was an historic day for the Waikato region last month when the shareholders councils’ mayors signed the Waikato Waters Limited Shareholders’ Agreement seeing the Council Controlled Organisation brought to life. The new entity is jointly owned by Waitomo, Ōtorohanga, Waipā, Hauraki, Matamata-Piako, South Waikato and Taupō district councils. Pictured are the mayors and senior staff. Photo: Supplied
Ebbett Group’s Mike Nicholas, right, hands over the keys to a 2022 Seat Tarraco 4 x 4 SUV seven-seater to 24-7 Youth Work’s Allysia Kraakman whose work takes her to hundreds of locations around the Waikato every year. The sponsorship supports her leadership and coordination work when she is on the road for 48 weeks a year. Photo: Supplied
