Vehicle rental and storage sheds business expands

STARTING out in business some 25 years ago, Graham ‘Butch’ Goodfellow has created strong business ties that have networked across the Goulburn Valley to benefit so many along the way,

Starting in Campbell Street with GV Car and Truck Rentals, known as ‘Rent-a-Wreck,’ Graham said, “There was just myself at that time. I purchased 10 vehicles and as the name suggests, they were wrecks! My now deceased brother, Richard and I kept them on the road and after three years, we moved to what was the Taig Bros site on Benalla Road.

“Working in association with John Taig made for a smooth transition to the new site and considering the size of the block, inspired by a self storage conference I’d attended, I decided to develop self storage units which went hand in hand with car and truck rentals.

“Throughout the process I was ably assisted by Telfords Building Systems and have continued that association. Starting with just 24 sheds, we now have 170 sheds and 10 people in the team.

“I have been a staunch advocate being sure to purchase all of my building products, vehicles, parts and accessories from businesses within the Goulburn Valley and I usually sell them back again through local dealers.

If you live in an area you have to keep it vibrant, I have lived in Shepparton since 1963 and believe strongly in supporting our local community.

“I want to thank all of our customers and the strong business associations we’ve enjoyed over the years. I’d also like to thank my wife Tamara for all of her support.

“As a family business my succession plan is underway with the business moving safely toward the future hands of son in law, Andrew Hodges, my daughter Mandy Goodfellow (Hodges) and Liam Burke.” BUSINESS MOVING FORWARD… Goodfellows Rental & Storage Solutions business owner, Graham (Butch) Goodfellow. Photo: Alicia Niglia.

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