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The game-changing splint for newborns
One of the many R&D projects that MWDesign are involved with, is the Pepi Splint. The Pepi Splint came about when Waikato Hospital NICU approached MWDesign after a traumatic event…
Read MoreProposed partnership to boost research in the New Zealand kiwifruit industry
Zespri and Plant & Food Research aim to extend New Zealand’s position as the world’s most innovative and successful kiwifruit exporter. A new proposal has been announced by Zespri and…
Read MoreInstep: Deputy Principals build local business relationships
Supporting recent government initiatives aimed at promoting vocational pathways, Instep recently launched its first Deputy Principals’ Day Out. Focussed on the diverse and connected Western Bay of Plenty employment ecosystem,…
Read MoreTauranga-based software goes global
Founded in 2013 by Hadleigh Ford, SwipedOn has seen substantial growth in its seven years; from a side project while Hadleigh worked in the marine industry, to being acquired by…
Read MoreYoung growers sought to showcase skills
Growers from the BOP, Waikato & Northland invited to compete Horticultural competition to find BOP’s best young talent Future horticulture leaders to be challenged Do you know a talented young…
Read MoreThe sky’s the limit: Thirty Eight Elizabeth and Elizabeth Towers unveiled
Monday, 30 November 2020: Thirty Eight Elizabeth was the name on everyone’s lips as the branding for the much-anticipated $200 million Farmers Tauranga Development was unveiled at a breakfast event…
Read MoreFurther education with Fruition Horticulture
Information from Fruition Horticulture (BOP) Ltd (Nov 2020) He Turanga Mo Te Mahi – Foundation for Employment in Horticulture (Level 2) He Tūranga Mō Te Mahi is a 16-week…
Read MoreSharing knowledge and experience to develop business leaders
Conceptualised and brought to life by Veros founder and director, Peter Williams, My Development successfully connects staff at Veros with business mentors from the community – enabling discussions with a…
Read MoreInstep Principals’ Day Out showcasing regional innovation
Instep has partnered with some leading WBOP businesses to host our local secondary school principals for another epic Principals’ Day Out. This year’s theme was easy to choose given the…
Read MorePost-earthquake strategies prove successful against pandemic disruption
Recently, an expansion occurred bringing Velocity to sunny Tauranga. Founding Partner Graham Goodisson started Velocity Financial nearly 20 years ago in Wellington. Velocity brought a people-focused and holistic service offering…
Read MoreThe buzz about Harris Tate
Harris Tate is not just any old law firm. They are the proud hosts of two beehives, which are located on-site at their Brown Street office. Alan Tate, one of…
Read MoreBay of Plenty post-harvest facility prepares for Stage 4 expansion
Confidence in the kiwifruit industry’s export growth is fuelling Mount Pack & Cool’s plans to charge ahead with new investment in innovation and increased packing and storage capacity at its…
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