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ADORE HAIR & BEAUTY A

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Adore Hair & Beauty is a warm and friendly salon, and Ad with 12 years in business owner Alex Toms has grown the team to five creative stylists and six internationally qualified beauty therapists, offering a full range of hairdressing, cosmetic brow tattooing and beauty therapy services - all under the one roof.

Alex is on the Board of Trustees at Manchester Street School -a proud Enviro School.

“This opened my eyes to what else we could do to help the environment and reduce waste in the salon, and so we joined their TerraCycle Recycling program.

I have been blown away by the amount of, what we thought was waste, that we can now recycle through the TerraCycle program. For each kilogram of used hair and beauty aerosol packaging that you send to TerraCycle, Manchester Street School will receive $1 in TerraCycle Points, which can be redeemed for a payment.

Once collected, sorted, cleaned and palletised it is all recycled into new products, and metal materials are sent for smelting and conversion to new alloys.

Amazingly enough, this hasn’t added any extra work for the team, but now sustainable practices are the norm in our salon.”

10 ac rthur Street, Feilding T: 06 323 0001 www.adoresalon.co.nz

APB ELECTRICAL COMPANY

30 year s extensi e experience for your benefit.

Dianna and Andrew Boustridge have been operating their business, APB Electrical Ltd from premises in the Manawatū area for a few years now, but not for quite as many as Andrew has been working as a qualified electrician and refrigeration engineer.

That figure is ticking up to nigh around 0 years plus and his extensive experience is there for all to appreciate.

The clients who reap the benefit of Andrew’s knowhow come from far and wide throughout the Manawatū region. Based in Feilding, APB Electrical Company Feilding Manawatū will travel from Palmerston North to Otaki to Whanganui to the rugged Ruahine Ranges and beyond.

Providing a comprehensive breakdown repair, new design, installation, and maintenance service for their clients means that APB Electrical are in hot demand.

It helps to have Dianna’s cheery face in the office, greeting customers, meeting deadlines, answering queries, and juggling job sheets to best serve clients. Her expertise in handling the voluminous amounts of admin which keep this business functioning smoothly has created a team that is very switched on to the meaning of customer satisfaction.

7 ladstone Street, Feilding T: 06 323 25 2 www.apbelectrical.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT -

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AUNTY JO JO’S TAKEAWAYS rder online - good old

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chips using quality

export grade fish and products.

Jody Brownlee had always wanted to own a shop to provide good old Kiwi style fish and chips with a focus on providing real homemade hamburgers too, so two years ago she opened Aunty Jo Jo’s.

Jody’s mother Lorraine Malone was struggling to secure employment, even after applying for over 0 jobs, so Jody continued as a full time Corrections Officer at Manawatu Prison and Lorraine took control of the shop which created plenty of work for her.

Aunty Jo Jo’s was just six months into trading when the first lockdown struck. This was a very daunting experience -but they pulled through and didn’t look back!

Their quality, cleanliness, seven “wonderful staff” and all the positive reviews have contributed immensely to making their business a success.

“We believe that we fall into the business innovative category because of our ability to source quality export grade fish and other quality products.

We make our own prime beef special recipe meat patties and trimmings topped off with homemade mayonnaise. We also offer healthy options with our popular salads and wraps.

We are the only fish and chip shop in Feilding that offers online ordering, which we implemented during the Covid lockdown -and continues today.”

120 anchester Street, Feilding T: 06 323 1377 www.auntyjojosta eawaysonline.co.nz

AUTOMOTIVE DIRECT utstanding customer ser ice and alue for money.

Automotive Direct has always strived for outstanding customer service and excellent value for money.

The high-profile car yard has been located on the roundabout in Friendly Feilding for over 20 years. Since taking over the business in June last year, owner Chris Moffitt has implemented core values of community, honesty, service, and continual improvement.

“We are always looking to better ourselves at everything we do. We love being able to support the great community that supports us -hence why we love supporting the Arohanui Hospice as they are an amazing cause to have in our community.

Since taking over, you may have noticed we are a lot brighter with a new paint job, new ags and a wide range of quality used cars at affordable prices. All our vehicles are carefully selected as we pride ourselves with only top quality so that our customers have many years of happy motoring.

Our repeat clientele is very high, and we plan to keep it that way. We are very grateful to have been nominated for the business awards and would like to personally thank everyone that voted for us.”

1 orangi Street, Feilding P: 06 323 19 0 www.automoti edirect.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 9 - SPRING 2021

BIN INN WHOLEFOODS FEILDING

Specialty grocers gi ing bac and reducing waste.

Michele and Joe Doyle’s business journey began five years ago when they purchased Bin Inn Wholefoods Feilding -a new experience and a huge learning curve for them.

“We specialize in wholefoods and specialty groceries and pride ourselves on the quality product range we offer which is vast and varied. We are always happy to try to source products for customers and support New Zealand Made products as much as possible.

We care about the environment that’s why we encourage and reward our customers for using their own containers. Before you start shopping, just bring your containers to the counter where we weigh them and place the tare weight on the base of your container. Fill the container with product, bring back to the counter, we tare off the weight of your container and receive a 5 per cent discount on anything in your own containers.

At Bin Inn we like to reward our customers for choosing to shop with us and for caring for the environment.

Thank you to all our customers, without you we would not be part of the Feilding retail community.

May the months ahead be better for each and every one of you and may Christmas be a very special time filled with family and friends.”

5 imbolton oad, Feilding T: 06 323 1135 www.bininn.co.nz

CENTRAL DEMOLITION Professional demolition and

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Central Demolition is a family business which started in the Manawatū and proud to be part of the local thread that makes Manawatū such an awesome place to live work and do business.

They have experienced exponential growth over the last five years growing from a five-man operation to what is now almost a 0 strong crew operating in the Central North Island with a branch in Tauranga and more recently opened branch in Wellington.

With a vision to be the most professional demolition and asbestos removal business in New Zealand, they strive to continue improving in all aspects of their business with a particular focus on being customer centric. They pride themselves on being a family business with an approachable and genuine crew at all levels of the business.

Director Ian Butcher is focused on innovation towards waste reduction especially within the reigns of their industry.

As a result, they opened their sister company Central Environmental in 201 and with support for Manawatu District Council, Palmerston North City Council and Central Government via the Waste Minimisation Fund it is on the way to having a significant impact on the diversion of construction and demolition waste from landfills. So, watch the space!

12 East Street, Feilding T: 0 00 344 421 www.centraldemolition.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 10 - SPRING 2021

THE COACH HOUSE MUSEUM

A massive place run y 150 volunteers and powered y a massive solar system.

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Because everyone’s wellness journey is different, Firmly Fit’s Fran Hanson helps to tailor the individual needs into their Pilates experience for a better mind-body connection and pain free lifestyle - giving a whole-body approach to healing and exercise.

Firmly Fit offers Reformer and Mat Pilates as well as Tabata.

“Pilates is great for your joints, bones and muscles. It’s also amazing for injury rehabilitation and posture.

All classes are held in a relaxed and friendly environment. These are open level so anyone can join in, we modify the movements to make them easier or harder depending upon people’s strengths and abilities.”

Firmly Fit has been nominated in the Community Contributor category- an acknowledgement to Frans hard work to promote small local businesses, and also for organising her not-for-profit annual Feilding Community Expo that showcases small local businesses.

Firmly Fit supports its’ clients in and outside of the studio. “I don’t believe a Pilates journey is only during class people know they can contact me anytime for help. I get such a buzz when people can move pain free, not have to use their wheelchairs as often, have knees and hips working correctly after replacements, and the list goes on.”

34 Fergusson Street, Feilding T: 021 13 312

KINETIC ELECTRICAL – FAULDINGS SOUND

ontinuing the legacy of listening to customers and

deli ering solutions.

Fauldings 201 Ltd owner’s Theresa Price, Kosta Markovitch and Mark Marsden are super excited to have now been in business for 12 months under the trading name of Kinetic Electrical franchise for Feilding. Prior to this, Fauldings Electrical and Sound have been serving Feilding and the wider Manawatū area since 1 .

“At Fauldings-Kinetic Electrical we listen to our clients. We make sure we, understand fully what is required, we prepare for the job at hand and we deliver the right solution.

We have the systems and work practices that ensure our clients receive a service which is both efficient and professional, with minimal disruption to their business, workplace or home while delivering this at a price that represents the best possible value for money.

We also offer Heat Pump and Ducted Heat Pump installations and servicing.”

No job is too big or too small for the Kinetic team, and they’re excited to have been nominated as a Manawatu Champion business for 2021.

“We pride ourselves on our customer service, friendly attitudes, and attention to detail. We engage with customers across the region with electrical jobs while providing sound equipment and support to events that deliver positive promotion of the Manawatū District.

45 eld Street, Feilding T: 06 323 606 www. inetic-electric.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 12 - SPRING 2021

FFOOTSTEPS

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PE participation tici in schools is decreasing while screen time and obesity are increasing and becoming a problem.

Footsteps Max Hopf and Matt Wells have invented an approach to tackle these problems by integrating sport and technology and taking it to all primary schools in the region.

Making sports more enjoyable and relatable for kids was overdue. Now in 2021, Matt and Max say that has all changed, and they are receiving amazing feedback.

Funded by Sport NZ to run the program in over 1 schools until Feb 2022. Over the last 12 months, they have been to many schools in the region, from Highbury to Mt. Biggs taking 1-2 hour sessions, training around 80 kids in - classes a day.

The duo are super excited to continue building relationships with schools and sporting organizations to help make every kid active!

“To create a sustainable program that is not only innovative but also transformative to the PE landscape in NZ, we are creating an online course for schools, teachers, parents and teacher aides to upskill. We want to be a part of the conversation and can see us advising school boards on choice of equipment as well as taking Footsteps to every school in the country.”

P: 022 645 7472 www.footsteps.org.nz

FUN FOOTBALL FOR LITTLE PEOPLE

Passionate about de eloping the s ills and talents of tamari i.

Fun Football for the Little People started nine years ago when Paddy McLoughlin saw a need for young tamariki to participate in sport and exercise to encourage a healthier, fitter lifestyle for them and their whanau.

It started out with Paddy and a bag of footballs going into centres and running classes. Eventually, Adam Rose was brought into the business, and together they work with many centres throughout the Manawatū.

The team is passionate about tamariki, running holiday programmes and after-school classes, as well as full-term programmes, and they’ve fundraised for local children by building and raf ing a few pirate ships.

At their busiest times they can work with over 1000 tamariki a week between them.

“Our aim is to provide those tamariki with the chance to discover inner abilities and talents, promote healthy living and allow a safe and productive environment for children to develop positive relationships and social skills.

Our programme also helps tamariki develop leadership skills, listening and processing skills, and linking numeracy and literacy to our games and activities. We offer a holistic and fulfilling programme to our tamariki.”

Strong connections to local sports clubs often see the tamariki they teach go on to play not just football but all sports.

T: 022 572 5056 E: funfootballforthelittlepeople@gmail.com www.funfootballforthelittlepeople.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 13 - SPRING 2021

GAILS CHILDCARE Bronze awarded

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Gail’s is commit committed to a long-term sustainability journey, where their tamariki students connect with and explore the environment, then plan, design and take action in their local places in collaboration with their communities.

They’ve introduced many initiatives and practices, included conducting three separate waste audits to learn how to reduce their centres waste.

Changes included litter-less lunches which reduced their waste from four bins per week to 1.5 bins, while food scraps go to compost and a worm farm which are used in the sharing garden to produce fresh vegies.

Gail’s staff and whanau cared for a section of Kitchener Park for over a year removing weeds on a monthly working bee, and they presented a power-point to MDC on waste reduction and specifically the potential of finding a sustainable way to deal with disposable nappies.

Gail’s Libby Ellery says, “We have made a significant positive reduction in our environmental impact however the most important change I believe we have made and want to continue to make is in our children learning to love and respect our planet and know how to care for papatuanuku, to make being kaitiaki a part of their way of being. By doing that, they will in uence others around them creating a ripple on effect of sustainability.”

132 orth Street, Feilding P: 06 323 9024 www.gailschildcare.co.nz

GEMEL TRUST

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George and Ellen Bartlett run Gemel Trustt ict Farms. They’ve been farming in the district antly for the past 0 years. They are predominantly dairy with some sheep and beef and also some agricultural contracting around the area.

They’ve had and have a great team working for them over the years helping to make the business what it is today, and were thrilled to be nominated as a Sustainability Improver.

Wanting a farm they can leave to the next generation in a better state than they found it, has always been a driver for them.

They have lived on their Stanway farm for the past 1 years.

“We have worked with Horizons Regional Council planning on setting aside land to plant trees on and have since planted over 20,000 native trees and several thousand Eucalypts for shade and shelter for animals. The trees are starting to really grow now and it is exciting to see.”

They are on a district water scheme which is not an unlimited supply. “We are very frugal in our water use. We recycle wash water to wash yards and have water saving devices where possible.

We split calve the herd so we can milk half the cows through the winter which helps to pay for the other half to graze off-farm to lessen soil damage and protect pasture. This also reduces the numbers in the summer when we can get very dry. emel Trust Stanway Farm T: 027 442 9940 FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 14 - SPRING 2021

HIGH MAINTENANCE ABSEIL

esidential and commercial cleaning, repairs and maintenance on the ground and at heights.

Based in Feilding, High Maintenance Abseil’s director Jimmy Lee Taylor started operations in March 2020, as a one person work force performing low level groundwork cleaning residential homes, gutter cleaning etc.

“It was a hard road moving from Wellington to Feilding and starting a business not knowing that we would be put in lockdown in 2020 and now 2021.”

Giving up was not an option and Jimmy’s persistence has paid off.

Now High Maintenance Abseil have employed six more team members with work varying from ground to advanced rope access maintenance work Painting, leak repairs, maintenance from Wellington to New Plymouth and Napier.

“We also have been asked to site a job up at Te-Aroha which will be interesting.”

High Maintenance Abseil now have contracts that cater for both the residential and commercial operations in just over a year and a half of starting up. “I’m pretty chuffed by the whole thing and I have met some great people and learned a lot from them as well!

Thank you all to those that have supported me and my team and to our customers that have kept us going. I am very humbled to have received this nomination for Innovative Business in such a short time of being in Feilding.”

24 orfol rescent, Feilding : 22 47 77 E: hmabseil@gmail.com www.highmaintenanceabseil.co.nz

JEFF GLEAVE DECORATING

21 years experience and s ill with quality wor manship, guaranteed.

Jeff and icki Gleave started their painting business in the Manawatū 21 years ago.

“We have been Feilding based for 1 of those years and really glad we made the move here.”

Since starting their business they have done all types of interior and exterior decorating, including renovations, wallpapering, polyurethaning and painting. For the last 15 years they have been concentrating exclusively on new builds, working with a few big and small building companies in Feilding, Palmerston North and surrounding areas.”

They’ve deliberately kept the business to a small team of five to ensure they provide an excellent service and top-quality workmanship to every client, guaranteed. “We take immense pride in our workmanship and ensure that every house is finished to the very high standard that we would expect in our own home.”

Nominated as a Community Contributor, Jeff Gleave’s has been supporting the community in keyways for many years giving freely of their time to non-profits and charities by donating labour and paint for locals such as

the historical St Johns Anglican Church and Feilding Football Club. They are well known supporters of the Feilding Bowling Club and staunch supporters of the local football club.

“We are Jeff Gleave Decorating, turning houses into homes.”

P: 027 667 5522 E: feildingglea es@gmail.com

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FOOTWORK PODIATRY eeping

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angit ei on its feet for six years.

We live in constant and unconscious motion and for most of us putting one foot in front of the other is as natural as breathing. When something is causing pain and discomfort, it can become an unwelcome companion with every step.

The team at Footwork Podiatry in Feilding know how debilitating foot and leg pain can be and are committed to working with you to find the solutions to get you back on your feet. Whether it be for work, play, sporting activities or simple daily activities, you can rely on the experts at Footwork Podiatry to help you live life pain free.

The Footwork team provide a high level of care you can trust, in a friendly, professional setting.

They value a multidisciplinary approach to patient care and are regularly in contact with physios, GPs, and medical specialists.

As part of the Resonance Podiatry group, Footwork is helping lead the way to raise the standard of Podiatry in NZ. In 2018 Footwork was one the first podiatry clinics to be accredited under the Allied Health Standards. In June 2021 the Resonance Group was awarded the inaugural Formthotics Excellence Award recognising an individual, or organisation which embodies excellence in every aspect of podiatry, from the patient experience to the way they treat their team.

25 ac rthur Street, Feilding T: 06 323 955 www.respod.co.nz

NEST ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN

ri en to design a place you are proud to call home.

Nest offers a responsive service to homeowners rs and builders in the Manawatū region. With practical cal and design experience, they can make building, renovating and the consent application process easy.

They believe it starts with their team.

Since he could piece two lego blocks together, Nest’s founder and director, Tim Smith wanted to design and create.

As a Design 2 licensed building practitioner, Tim formed Nest in 2015. His wealth of practical experience, having spent 10 years as a licensed builder, means that he understands the significance of each line he draws in a very practical way.

Over the past 12 or so months they have worked with the team to accommodate lifestyle changes by introducing -day fortnights, and allowing employees to work from home, with one employee working from Wanaka! Nest has also purchased laptop and equipment so employees can work from home when circumstances arise.

“We involve the team in decision making, we’ve taken on apprentices to allow a change in industry, and we train them from scratch. We’ve introduced profit share so employees can be given a share in the business and have an open book management style.”

The Nest team would love to work with you and your building ideas.

3 Fergusson Street, Feilding T: 06 323 34 4 www.nestdesign.co.nz

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MANCHESTER HOUSE

Helping to grow a resilient community by caring for individuals and families.

Manchester House Social Services 68 Aorangi Street, Feilding Telephone: 06 323 7191 www.manchesterhouse.co.nz Manchester House Op Shop 115 Fergusson Street, Feilding Telephone: 06 323 5434

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MANFEILD PARK MOTEL Feilding s home away from home.

Manfeild Park Motel invites you to stay at Feilding’s family friendly motel where you’ll find everything you need right on your doorstep.

It’s an easy walk to all of the town’s big attractions and located across the road to the main gates of Manfeild Park- home to Manfeild Trust Events Centre and Manfeild Racetrack, where all the fun is!

The popular cafes, shops, bars, and restaurants are an easy stroll away, so too are other local attractions such as beautiful Kowhai Park, the Saleyards, Coach House Museum and the cinema.

Manfeild Park Motel’s spacious rooms are maintained to the highest standard with excellent facilities including a playground, BB , laundry, and free on-site parking. Sky T , Freeview, and ultra-fast wifi are available.

From studios with kitchenette to large family units with full sized kitchen and everything you need to make your stay easy and comfortable.

“To get the best rates available be sure to book direct via our secure website www.manfeildparkmotel.co.nz or please phone us directly.”

Helen, Karen, and their team are committed to making you feel at home during your stay in New Zealand’s most beautiful town. “ ou will always be greeted with a warm smile and genuinely looked after.”

1 Fergusson Street, Feilding T: 06 323 761 www.manfeildpar motel.co.nz

RMH CONSULTING

lobal reach with iwi roots firmly planted in Feilding, anawat .

RMH Consulting builds businesses through meaningful marketing and business consulting across Australia and New Zealand.

Our New Zealand operations is headquartered in friendly Feilding.

“With local consultants working with us regularly across the country, we are able to deliver nationwide and also support our extended team,” says RMH Consulting’s founder Rachael Hedges.

“We partner with businesses across NZ. Globally we have clients in many sectors, specialising in the food industry, construction and associated industries, and professional services.

We work with our clients on all aspects of their marketing, from strategy, through positioning, digital, social media, websites, PR, content, events, and training workshops.

We love working with passionate people who are keen to make a difference in their business.”

P: 04 9 0242 E: connect@rmhconsulting.co www.rmhconsulting.co

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OWA RU

The leading supplier of rug y e uipment for grassroots through to international rug y.

11 yre Street, Feilding P: 0800 76 26 www.powarug y.co.nz

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THE HERB FARM

Pioneers in holistic sustainability.

The Herb Farm’s founder Lynn Kirkland was a visionary in sustainability and natural therapy. Her passion for herbal remedies and their ability to positively impact health and wellbeing led her to create The Herb Farm in 1 - a company that celebrates the natural therapeutic qualities of herbs.

Fusing the power of nature with the potency of traditional knowledge, a new skincare and healthcare vision was brought to life -creating beautiful, powerful, all-natural formulas that feel like healthy food to hungry skin.

Being used to herbs of the finest quality, grown ethically, organically and sustainably in their own gardens, they continued to grow their healing, restorative and beauty-boosting skincare range and provide resources for people to make informed decisions on the products they were purchasing.

Sustainability has been at their core, constantly striving to improve, and ensuring that they leave the smallest ecological footprint possible.

This year The Herb Farm introduced four new changes to products and processes. These changes include the introduction of more sustainable product packaging. A Return our Empties’ initiative, an opportunity for customers to shop for products Box-Free’, as well as a collaboration with Trees That Count’ where every single The Herb Farm purchase worldwide contributes to the planting of native trees and the improvement of the environment.

6 ro e oad, el in T: 06 326 633 www.herbfarm.co.nz

THRIVE MEDIA

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iwi businesses since 2016.

Thrive Media pride themselves on their ability to have excellent communication with their clients and being entrusted to get the job done properly and in good time.

The team has grown and now employs a social media manager with another to start shortly, working to help businesses grow not only across the Manawatū, but across the country.

Thrive Media was born and raised on innovation, it’s how director Sarah Reichardt got started five years ago. Today, that innovation continues, coupled with their commitment and support to the community and helping small businesses to thrive in turn, Thrive Media is growing.

“During the Covid-1 pandemic, we supported our clients by offering each and every business one month’s free social media marketing, to help them through the tough and unpredictable times.”

Helping someone out will often mean not charging for jobs that may take less than an hour to do.

“We don’t like seeing local businesses being taken advantage of, we would rather help them for free! We are also a small business but believe in doing our bit’. This has included more 1 1 social media training for business owners, and social media seminars created for local business people.

We are honoured to be nominated in the Business Innovators’ category for the Feilding Celebrating Business Awards, thank you.”

P: 0 00 4 T E E: contact@thri emedia.co.nz www.thri emedia.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 22 - SPRING 2021

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THE REC ROOM

Placing community at the core of everything they do.

88 Aorangi Street, Feilding P: 06 323 2 7 www.therecroom.co.nz

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TOTALLY BALMY

S incare products with simple, natural ingredients.

Totally Balmy was dreamed into existence by Sharon Holmes who had an addiction to lip balm, and a resistance to using commercial baby products on her first-born child. Lip balm and baby balm were the first products she ever made.

“Even though I had a business degree, I knew little about running a business.”

It was a steep learning curve for Sharon who taught herself everything from formulating recipes, blending essential oils, making cold process soap, using ero, marketing, finding suppliers, gauging what the market wants, and working out prices.

“My business started due to my family’s skincare needs, but along the way my love and passion for sustainability grew.”

Totally Balmy NZ sells a range of handmade skincare and zero waste products.

“My products help you to reduce the chemicals in your skincare, while decreasing the amount of single use plastic you use in your daily life.

In the last 12 months I have made big strides towards more sustainable business practices. All parcels I send are home compostable and recyclable, I buy from NZ based suppliers where possible, and I support an NZ based initiative called Carbon Click’ to help offset carbon emissions.”

P: 021 025 2517 www.totallybalmy.co.nz

YOU TRAVEL FEILDING

For unique and personalised experiences. ou Travel’s managing director Ros Chapman considers innovation an interesting word. For her, at the outbreak of the Covid 1 Pandemic, it meant adapting her business to provide a better, more inclusive service to the travelling community rather than continuing as previously done.

“With many confused clients wishing to return home from overseas, or those wishing to travel for very personal reasons, we found emotions running high and patience running low.

Keeping our knowledge up to date meant hours of trolling through the constantly changing international rules, regulations, and restrictions. There were many heart-breaking stories out there and remaining focused was not always an easy task.”

While competitors were closing or retreating to work at home as travel brokers, ou Travel Feilding would trim its business to a point where it could manage the negative impact the pandemic had upon cash ow.

As a personal relationship business first and foremost where face-to-face discussions are valued, closing the doors was simply not an option for Ros. “If some were to ask us what innovative solutions we applied, we would say the direct application of business and specific market knowledge are factors, but, offering a genuinely caring and very personal environment was the greater of them all.”

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VOLUNTEER CENTRAL atching passion with purpose.

olunteer Central provides services in Manawatu, Palmerston North, Horowhenua, and Tararua regions, supporting these communities on four fronts connection, awareness, recognition, and community development.

Manager Kate Aplin says they are connecting people who want to volunteer with organisations that need volunteers. Registration is free with a simple referral process and can help you find a volunteer role that aligns with your goals -make new friends, gain skills, do good on your free time, or all the above.

“We also support organisations to find valuable volunteers, access training and advice on managing, policies, and governance. Get in touch with our team to know how you can become a member to receive these benefits.” olunteer Central annually hosts the olunteer Recognition Event.

If you are a community organisation, follow olunteer Central on social media to know when and how to send your nomination in commencing March 2022. “This is the perfect opportunity to thank your outstanding volunteers for the amazing work they do. Don’t miss the chance to be part of a unique celebration of volunteer’s efforts and commitment.”

Our visits to the Manawatu are on hold due to Alert Level restrictions. However, we are more than happy to make a time to talk with or provide a workshop to organisations in the area.

“Check our events calendar on Facebook, come and have a cuppa with us let’s talk volunteering!”

P: 06 354 6027 E: info@ olunteercentral.nz www. olunteercentral.nz

WORKBRIDGE

onnecting employers with jobsee ers for 90 years.

Brett Nicholson from Le Courier and Kate Balfour from Balfour Cleaning get it, so do many other regional employers who are keen to make the most of a growing economic boom.

Like the rest of the country, local employers have been hampered by a chronic skills and labour shortage. In Manawatū, there are 1000 job vacancies and not enough candidates to fill them.

Brett, Kate, and others utilise Workbridge, an iconic organisation that has been successfully connecting employers with jobseekers for close to 0 years.

Workbridge jobseekers are disabled, have health conditions or injuries. All have valuable skills as Brett has discovered, if you give them the chance and a little bit of support you can get able, hard-working, and loyal employees in return.

Brett has taken on several Workbridge jobseekers.

“Don’t count them out until you meet them and get a feel for what the person is like,” he says. “And let them show you what they can do.”

Workbridge offers a free service that matches employers’ needs with the right candidate and skills and provides a placement that is effective and sustainable.

Samantha, Kasia and Warwick at Workbridge are mobile, whether you are in the Manawatū, Horowhenua or Tararua, they can meet with you to P: 050 5 5 create a free tailored recruitment plan. www.wor bridge.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 26 - SPRING 2021

BAYLEYS MICHAEL FORD Summertime, and the li in is easy.

49 anchester Street, Feilding : 027 542 4707 P: 06 323 0333 E: michael.ford@bayleys.co.nz

Ella Fitzgerald, Nina Simone, Sarah aughan, Nora Jones and other magnificent singers have all sung this beautiful song. It was written in the 1 0’s and has been covered 25,000 times. The title words certainly resonate with Kiwi’s, who are now holding out for an easy livin’ summer, according to Bayleys Michael Ford.

“We embrace easy living, with our barbeques and relaxed dining outdoors on patios, balconies, decks, terraces, courtyards and lawn.

Home sellers should make the most of their outdoor living areas, by sprucing them up, and having them well presented. Along with kitchen and bathroom, the outdoor living presentation is at the top of the list for good presentation.

Do any decking boards need replacing or anything need a paint What is the route like between the kitchen and outdoor living area. If it is too long or awkward for carrying food, drinks, plates, cutlery etc, it is less likely to get used.

If you haven’t got an outdoor living area, you could consider creating one, and it doesn’t have to cost much. This could be a good project for Spring.

If you want any advice, just give me a call or drop me an email or text message.”

Kind regards, Michael Ford areinz anziv spinz.

WHEELER CAMPBELL ou can count on us.

Wheeler Campbell, Chartered Accountants are focused on strategy, risk management, growth and asset management.

With a foundation of agribusiness meat, wool and milk producers, our client base is built around farming and all local businesses that service our agribusiness community.

Their core service package includes regular meetings, as once a year is not enough. Alongside reviewing financial performance, they like to discuss strategy and plans, risk management and business improvement ideas.

Fixed price agreements ensure you know how much it is going to cost with no surprises.

Wheeler Campbell continuously strive to maintain a deep understanding of their client’s business, its’ markets and issues.

Partner Stuart Campbell is also a farmer and holds several large entity governance roles. Fellow Chartered Accountant John Wheeler has specialist knowledge of hospitality and road transport industries. The team of accountants are ero certified and systems are cloud based allowing to work from anywhere and provide timely information.

“If doing the books is a chore for you, delegate it to us. It is what we enjoy.”

For more information contact the Wheeler Campbell team

74 South Street, Feilding P: 06 323 7204 www.wcca.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 27 - SPRING 2021

THE FLOWER HUT Spreading the love with flowers.

The Flower Hut was born out of a passion to create with beautiful blooms and bring joy to the community.

Aorangi Street, et, Feilding 66 P: 027 448 8566

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wonderful support from our lovely community.”

MANAWATŪ DISTRICT COUNCIL

Find out what our district's top hazards are and find resources to help you get prepared!

www.mdc.govt.nz/getready

135 Manchester Street, Feilding.

P: 06 323 0000 www.mdc.govt.nz

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in a changing landscape NATIONAL DRIVER TRAINING CENTRE New Zealand’s premier driver training facility

The need for innovation and strong relationships management is very evident as we manoeuvre our collective way through the Covid-19 pandemic. It is evident that the landscape will remain lumpy during the next quarter but that does not mean that we cannot successfully run events within the government directed guidelines. The Manfeild Park team remains committed to finding solutions for our clients that are keen to host events on Circuit Chris Amon, in our large multi-purpose Stadium or utilising our expansive green spaces. We encourage new and existing clients to have a conversation with us.

We wish to express our very grateful thanks to the community partners that assisted Manfeild Park to open New Zealand’s very first drive thru Covid-19 vaccination centre during the August 2021 Level 4 lockdown. The way our Feilding and the District community came together, committed to keeping our community safe, shows what an amazing place in which we all reside.

We have a “can do” attitude that works quickly and we leave no stone unturned in showing how nimble and agile we can be in a collaborative way. Manfeild Park continues to be so proud to play its part in this important community initiative.

We are incredibly proud of the new surface we are re-building on our outdoor equestrian arenas and have hosted events where riders and horses are enjoying the re-emergence of a layered cushion for their dressage and show jumping events. We will be doing more infrastructure work in our covered yards in coming months.

For more information please contact our events team on: experience@manfeild.co.nz, by phone on (06) 3237444 or please visit our website www.manfeild.co.nz Having completed the capital build of our new National Driver Training Centre (NDTC) back in June 2021, we are definitely seeing increased demand for our Class 1-6 driver training services. We have engaged a number of new contracted driving instructors but with growing demand, we are keen to source additional contractors from the wider region. We are thrilled to be partnering with Fulton Hogan to launch the Infrastructure Skills Centre in early November. This will be the first step to a future for individuals keen on a career in civil construction. We continue to expand our range of forklift courses as there is significant industry demand in this space.

Class 1 driving lessons and associated courses are also popular. We have packaged a new offering for secondary schools that we will be launching in 2022 which will include the scope for driver training in Class 6. If you are interested in our driver training as an individual, a corporate, a school or a community based client then please contact Adrian Larkin – Manager, National Driver Training Centre via email: adrian@ndtc.co.nz or mobile: 027 455-5578.

THE EGG PROJECT

Fresh free-range and certified organic eggs to your door.

The Egg Project is based in coastal Manawatū where owners Pip Chrystall and Brian Kennerley produce both free-range and certified organic eggs.

“We have a gate-to-door delivery service that delivers the freshest, most ethically produced, golden globes directly to your door all over the Manawatū! We can also supply commercial customers.

We are super proud of what we do in regard to our extremely high levels of animal welfare standards and believe that to get an eggceptional egg, you need healthy, happy hens! We have only ever farmed free-range, never cage, barn or colony. Our hens live a life of luxury basking in daylight, pecking around under the pine nut trees.”

The Egg Project also offers a social enterprise option to work with schools, sports groups, early childcare centres, churches, businesses and community groups and anyone else who may be interested in fundraising while eating a staple nutritious whole food.

So far, in 18 months they have raised over $15,000 to give back to the community.

“Please get in touch if you would like more information enquiries@theeggproject.co.nz or if you would like to order some eggs to be laid at your doorstep visit www.theeggproject.co.nz.”

P: 027 201 3451 E: enquiries@theeggproject.co.nz www.theeggproject.co.nz

HARCOURTS TEAM CAMPBELL

The passionate and experienced local team you can trust and rely on.

Team Campbell don’t sell houses, they make dreams come true.

When working with clients, Julie and Bill Campbell are passionate about getting to know you and what tick’s your boxes. Using their local knowledge and experience in Feilding and the surrounding areas, they will then bring your dreams into realisation.

In a market where agencies are doing all they can to get your listing, use someone you can trust and who will negotiate the best deal for you. Harcourts has been voted New Zealand’s most trusted Real Estate brand for nine years running and we can show you why.

Find out what your home might be worth in today’s market with Team Campbell’s comprehensive and impressive appraisal - giving you all the information, you need to make the best choice in selling your home.

“Contact Team Campbell the agents you can trust, and we will make your dreams come true!”

36 Fergusson Street, Feilding P: Julie 027 490 1136 or Bill 027 235 1901 julie.campbell@harcourts.co.nz and bill.campbell@harcourts.co.nz FEILDING & MANAWATŪ DISTRICT - 30 - SPRING 2021

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