Malcolm Gayfer

Sad news  from the business world. Pumpkin Patch will be a name consigned to history. The chain of shops across the country are to close, mostly by the end of December meaning those working in the shops will be out of a job. Pumpkin Patch had been placed in receivership in October.The closures come

Hi there team, I know we haven’t done one of these for a while but feel its important to say a couple of things after the big quakes that struck north Canterbury, Kaikoura, Wellington region. Firstly, how is everyone, did you feel the shake ? We’ve spoken to several people who felt it loud and […]

Bioenergy Association chief executive Brian Cox want’s to clone the Wood Energy South model and replicate it nationwide. Mr Cox says the Wood Energy South initiative provides a pathway for other regions to follow. “The work being undertaken by Wood Energy South is invaluable and proves that real pro

Fonterra has confirmed all of its staff in New Zealand are safe following the earthquake overnight and there is no major damage to any of its manufacturing sites. It does expect some milk collection disruption due to road closures and other issues accessing farms in the top of the South Island. “We’

Brando ‘Wildboy’ Yelavich embarks on new adventure walking the coastline of Stewart Island Brando Yelavich aka Wildboy, is set to embark on his next challenging adventure circumnavigating his way around the wild coast of Stewart Island, south of New Zealand. Setting off on November 10, this solo jou

Alliance Group’s business strategy is paying dividends with a $9.8 million distribution to farmer shareholders on the back of an improved financial result. The 100% farmer-owned co-operative has reported a pre-tax profit of $10.1 million for the year ending 30 September 2016, compared to a $7.9 mill

The cycling season is open and the Lumsden community intend to celebrate it with the inaugural Northern Southland Cycle and Celebrate on 12 November. The event is a family focused one with a competitive twist with three races on the Around the Mountains Cycle Trail covering all fitness levels. The l

Teretonga Park near Invercargill begins it’s 60th year of operation this month and with a massive season ahead over the coming months, this weekend will see a two day event featuring a standing quarter and circuit laps on Saturday followed by a day of racing on Sunday. Admission for spectators will