Business case studies and stories in our region
The Waikato is full of innovative leaders and businesses, read about them here.
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Zooming in to connect Deaf Kiwis
Deaf New Zealanders have used video conferencing during the lockdown – thanks to the swift actions of a Hamilton business.
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Waitomo cavers turn to tree planting
But for a group of cave guides their attention has turned to an environmental initiative above ground in the face of the sudden tourism downturn.
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Mother of three becomes first person from village to graduate with Masters
Leonora has overcome more than most to complete her Master of Education, and she hopes it shows other young Solomon Islanders what can be achieved.
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A message to our nurses in 2020
Nurses globally and in Aotearoa New Zealand are at the forefront of care this year as we celebrate the International year of the Nurse. It’s International Nurses Day on Tuesday 12 May and the 200th birthday of Florence Nightingale, whose influence on modern nursing will always be remembered.
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Bachelor of Arts student takes her opportunities and graduates in record time
Jahvaya is not only the first member of her family to complete a university degree, but she graduated with a double major and completed it in two years, including overseas travel.
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Wintec wins Innovative HR Teams award
Wintec has been named one of 10 visionary organisations setting the gold standard for Human Resources (HR) in New Zealand.
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Fancy a "Drive in" food truck fix?
Gourmet to Go is serving up a unique eating experience in Hamilton this Friday – food truck meals for ‘drive-in’ pick up.
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Tompkins Wake again recognised for commitment to innovation
Tompkins Wake is one of 17 law firms across the country recognised as being at the forefront of innovation by NZ Lawyer.
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Helping Hamilton Get Back In Action
Loop, Hamilton’s only carshare provider, is offering its vehicles to business and public members for just $5 per hour (inclusive of fuel) from 28th April - 11th May, the expected duration of Alert Level 3.
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1,000 free care packages for Waikato families
K’aute Pasifika have delivered over 1,000 free care packages including food and other household essentials to families in the Waikato since lockdown.
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Waikato Eateries Open in Level Three
As the country moves to Level Three next Tuesday some local eateries will begin to trade. While they may not be flinging open their doors, (all transactions must be contactless) this is a much needed lifeline for many.
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Frank’s Sausages - gifting meat to local foodbanks
A Paeora business is donating packets of sausages to foodbanks as an act of gratitude during the national lockdown. “We just feel very grateful that we are up and operating and we haven’t had to receive any wage subsidies,” says director Sheryn Cook who runs the business with her husband, chief sausage maker, Frank Nagel.