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6th November, 2014

Northland Celebrates Business Excellence with the 2014 Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards

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NEW BUSINESSES

TIN MEN - NEW FATHER AND DAUGHTER BUSINESS

IS OPENING AND HERE TO STAY

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ather and daughter, William and Nicola Mulholland are trying to make their mark in Whangarei and the North. Nicola has made the desirable move to come and live permantly in Whangarei. “We have leased out a huge shed and yard at 382 Lower Port Road,” Nicola says.

On the 27th October, Tin Men will open its doors for the first time in Whangarei for everyone to sell their scrap metal, cars and machinary. Not only are we very excited for the opportunity to buy scrap metal in the north, but we are also very keen to sell to the public as well. The scrap metal purchasing and selling is a real joy and it is true that “ one mans rubbish is another mans treasure.” Tin Men have competitive prices and wish to help others in the community.

Tin Men wish to have a donation bin for the Onerahi Army and Air Force Cadetts. People who would like to donate or have very little scrap will be helping the youth of Whangarei. Instead of paying to get rid of your old fridge or mircowave at the dump, the Cadetts will be paid for the scrap metal. “I hope that more kids will be able to paritapate in these fun filled and educational events.”

Tin Men love dealing with the farming community and want to thank all those who have used our services and welcomed us to the North. Batteries are very well priced in the market, while steel is the most exciting commodity whether its roofing iron, fencing wire or old trucks and beams.

There is a lot to acheive to successfully start and operate a scrap yard, we are still at the early stages. A weigh bridge has been set up to purchase copper, lead,

brass, steel and other scrap metal. Tin Men have equipment to unload trailers and trucks. Our opening hours will be 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday and 9am to 2pm on Saturday. For appointments outside these hours please contact 0800 tin men ext 3 or nicola on 0272846636.

Nicola says that she loves dealing with people and scrap metal. Purchasing working and broken machinary is also a passion of hers. We are selling as well as purchasing farm bridges, tractors, trucks, diggers, dozers, forklifts, containers and industrial equipment. Please feel free to come down and visit. “Workplace safety is very important to us, so please sign in at the office and covered shoes must be worn also there is also no smoking in the premise.” William explains as the are sharp objects in the yard and accidents can be avoided. William is an expert on demoliton and works on removal of building, boats and large machinary.

Recycling tyres is also a goal Nicola and William are interest in.

For quotes or prices on machinary, demolition or cars, batteries, copper, stainless, steel and other scrap metal, please contact the team at Tin Men or come and visit. We would love the opportunity to meet and work with you all.

Have a look at our website www.Tin Men.co.nz

Kim Wilkinson (Henderson Reeves Connell Rishworth), Carolyn and Michael Devis (Baby Steps), Christine Harding and Virginia Craig (Henderson Reeves Connell Rishworth)

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New Businesses in Northland The Northland Business Excellence Awards celebrates business excellence once again Marine North-the Supreme Winners Business Excellence with Westpac The Papermill Charitable Trust –winners of the’ Not for Profit’ category It’s all about the winners ACC sponsors the Workplace Safety Award The O’Neil Surf Academy NZ for your Northland surfing experience Northcom ICT win the Henderson Reeves Connell Rishworth Small Business Award Business Workshops sponsored by The Maori Women’s Development Inc The essential services of Northland Waste Stay Close, Go Far with NorthTec

Cover image of Tania and Paul Dunn of Marine North, winners of the Supreme 2014 Westpac Northland Business of the Year.

All images in this publication taken at the 2014 Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards have been supplied by Dan McGrath, Full Moon Photography.

Jessica Rule (Results Rule),Shelley Nissen (NZ Chambers of Commerce Northland), Dawn and Mike Dutton (Dawn Dutton Photopraphy)

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NEW BUSINESSES

LEARN 2 SURF L earn 2 Surf Waipu Cove is a new Surf School based on the pristine beach at Waipu Cove. We offer surf lessons, which are FUN, safe & professional, for all ages and abilities.

We are a wife and husband team, Emma & Daniel Harrington, with two exceptional coaches working with us, Tony Baker and Antonia Sturt.

Living in this incredible slice of paradise, in the winterless north, it is impossible not to be captivated by the beauty of the white sand beaches and aqua clear water. The ultimate way to experience this for us is by being completely immersed in nature, experiencing the incomparable thrill and exhilaration of surfing.

With a shared passion for people, the great outdoors and our incredible

beach side community; starting a surf school here is a dream of ours which we are over the moon to see come to fruition. To be able to combine our dreams and passions and share this with others, impacting their lives in a positive and inspirational way is our vision and goal for the business.

We truly believe that surfing can ignite newfound purpose, giving people a natural high, which leaves them wanting more, in a healthy and positive way.

We are a Surfing NZ accredited surf school with a team of passionate surf instructors who all hold their International Surfing Association Coaching Certificates, are Surf Life Saving and Comprehensive First Aid Trained

Antonia Sturt, Daniel Harrington, Emma Harrington

MARSDEN COVE CANVAS A fter 14 years in the canvas fabrication trade in Whangarei Daniel Perkinson decided it was time to take the plunge and set up his own business; with the beautiful Marsden Cove Marina as the perfect spot. Daniel is excited about the new, out of town work location, as well as the future of his business, Marsden Cove Canvas.

With a busy boat ramp just a few metres from his workshop door Daniel has already made for a good jump start to the business over the last few weeks.

Daniel does other things than just canvas work on boats; offering canvas work on trailers and trucks as well as outdoor living canvas such as shade sails and veranda curtains and many other everyday items too. If it’s canvas or upholstered – new or a repair needed - then give him a call on 09 437 5756 or 021 557407, or pop down to Marsden Cove Marina to the workshop and he will give a custom measure and quote.

Daniels’ services go the extra mile; providing a personal touch to help measure you needs by visiting your premises.

Daniels reputation has reached near and far with new customers from Christchurch. The local community of

Marsden Cove Marina are thrilled to have his services in the Marina complex and are looking forward to working with him to give boaties and people in the community another service at the marine park.

OTO PHOTOBOOTHCO POHUTUKAWA SURF C O to is a Photobooth and Event Company that puts the ‘fun’ into ‘function’... corny BUT true!! We love creativity, laughter and cleverness, all characteristics which we want to share with you in putting together YOUR next event...

Made up of 3 sisters, Leah Remkes, Aroha Remkes and Carli Scoles. We each have a passion and flare for events and creativity, which we hope to share with you!

The core of our business is ‘Oto’ a super sleek, and very handsome Photobooth, Oto sports bent ply, stainless steel and tensioned fabric, he’s the Photobooth that fit’s in well at events ranging from family BBQs to the swankiest of occasions. The hire of Oto for your next event can be complemented

with the most hilarious props, and the most wonderful photo album for you to keep track of all your precious memories...

PLUS Oto also pride ourselves on our ability to supply some of the funkiest, coolest, and decadent party hire accessories in Northland. From Pallet bars and Pallet couches (all by design), to comfy cushions and stylish chairs.

Just ask us - and if we don’t have it in stock we will source/ make/ design it!

Oto is always looking forward to being a part of your next event! So feel free to give us a call on 0210556660... we’re pretty friendly!

reating waves throughout Northland, Pohutukawa Surf is a family-owned fashion outlet providing unbeatable pricing across a range of European and American wedding designs. Based in Dargaville, the spacious outlet store has already gathered a dedicated following of fashionforward customers, and with a constantly expanding and changing selection, this is one must-see wedding outfitter.

Owner-operator Deanna Clarkin has a background in creative design, having created and designed her own line of. It was Deanna’s keen eye for detail and her passion for trending fashion that prompted her initial move into designing and importing clothing; and today her range of dresses and handmade accessories are proving a particular hit with bridal and weddings.

Pohutukawa Surf are able to create any design simply from looking at a photograph or magazine picture – meaning the latest international bridal trends are accessible from the moment they appear, offering Northland the ability to achieve wedding styles at a fraction of the designer-labelled pricing.

Deanna and her team also have a large range of wedding ensembles for bridesmaids, flower girls, page boys.

Deanna also hand-makes a range of exclusive headpieces, barrettes, slides for brides and bridal parties. Book your dress fitting today. Phone Deanna - 09 439 7256

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THE WESTPAC NORTHLAND BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS

contribute to making our region a better place

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Z Chambers of Commerce Northland has been organising and coordinating the Northland Business Excellence Awards for at least 30 years. For the last 12 years Westpac has been the event’s major sponsor.

They provide an opportunity to celebrate business excellence and the role it plays in our community. Through business, countless individuals can apply their talents to achieve their own aspirations and provide service for others. If we can celebrate and respect these people, and foster a better understanding of the contribution business makes to the wider community, then this will go a long way to inspiring more young people pursue their own aspirations.

Many of Northland’s prominent business people past and present have played an active role in shaping the

region through both their commercial enterprises and through their civic activities. These awards provide a great opportunity for Northlanders to celebrate those amongst us who have made significant contributions to making our region a better place.

Entrants in the Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards are categorised based on their number of fulltime employees as we believe businesses of similar scale should be doing similar things no matter the nature of their products or services. As well as being considered for the category based on their size, businesses will also be eligible for the More FM customer Choice Award, the ACC Health and Safety in the Workplace, the NRC Sustainable Business Award and the Top Energy Not for Profit Organisation Award.

Unlike in the marketplace, in the awards businesses are not so much

competing against other entrants but against a set of performance indicators.

An entrant’s performance will be rigorously tested against a number of key criteria and that business’s vision and strategic plan. Success cannot be measured without a business first having set clear goals. In many cases these are closely aligned to the personal aspirations of the people and families who own these businesses.

We believe there is no wrong time to enter the awards as businesses are or should be constantly examining how they operate, monitor their results and modify their behaviour accordingly. Many entrants comment that they are initially quite daunted by the process when they first read the entry form but soon realise

Tony Collins, CEO Chambers of Commerce Northland that much of what it contains is things that they do and can be easily answered.

We are committed to making the process as easy as possible for entrants through individual support and group workshops.

Thanks to the 2014 sponsors

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MARINE NORTH

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he team at Marine North were honoured and very proud to be awarded the Excellence in business Medium Business award. To then be named the winner or the Northland Business excellence Supreme Award was very humbling and a huge endorsement for the hard work the team has put in.

Marine North has a strong team and compete in the boat, motor sales and service sector of the marine industry. Our position is reinforced by the products, great brands and services that we deliver. Our workshop service is delivered by fully qualified technicians and we have the only fully qualified workshop for our Brands in Northland.

Our Sales team has over 50 years of sales experience and we are unique in Northland, in that we have two dedicated salesmen with admin support for sales and finance.

We have support from key relationships with our suppliers that includes product back up and warranty as well as technical.

The key to our award entry was that we did not re-invent the wheel, we listed our processes and focused on what was in our business plan.

Our strategic plan identified the need for a bigger premises and we have achieved that when we moved earlier this month into our brand new shop at 50 Kioreroa Rd.

WOW!

During a business planning session last year we identified the need for outside assistance including training.

We Brainstormed as owners to see what was missing, and identified that we needed clarity around our vision and strategic plan and would benefit from assistance with financial planning.

We partnered with Leah Peacock from Sudburys where a gap analysis was completed and she proceeded to drag the strategic plan out of our heads, challenge our thinking and clarify/ document our plan. By challenging the where we are ‘now’ and where we want to be ‘desired’ a list of actions was identified and is followed up monthly.

Winning the supreme award is a great confirmation that our processes and governance within the business is on track and that we have a team who can deliver!

We are a local business staffed by Northland locals who understand the needs of our customers and take pride and great satisfaction in matching our boats to our “customers dream” Marine North, locally owned, top brands, great service, awesome team.

We take pride in going the extra mile for our customers. Northlands top boat dealer supplying Yamaha, Stabicraft, Fyran, Evinrude and the factory outlet for BlackDog Cat. We look after Northland Boaties - “Marine North, boats are our passion too”

Staff from left - Alex Clifford, Aaron Rix, Dan O’Gorman, Richard Deuzing, Nicole Alach, Stan Bates, Paul Dunn, Paul Head, Graeme Heapy and Tania Dunn.

We Have Moved

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WESTPAC - IT’S ALL ABOUT BUSINESS EXCELLENCE T he 2014 Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards are about searching for Business Excellence. What is Business Excellence? It can cover many aspects, such as having strong direction, strategic planning and purpose. It involves excellence in understanding and managing customer relationships as well as relationships with suppliers, staff and key stakeholders. It means having robust systems and processes across all aspects of the business. It also includes not only setting clear direction and goals but then monitoring and measuring progress.

As you can see, Business Excellence is about getting a collection of disciplines right. One in particular that we will explore today is having clear purpose and direction. In my view,

this is a critical part in achieving a high performance culture with committed and happy staff. As a member of a team, I am more likely to put a decent effort into paddling the waka if I know where it is we want to go and why. More importantly, the why needs to make sense and have meaning.

If I reflect back over my career, I have always been most energised and dedicated to an organisation where leadership was strong and there was a clear purpose. It was also important that this purpose was about something bigger than simply driving revenue growth or getting more customers.

It is no coincidence that the years when I have felt the highest level of commitment have been back in the North within the Westpac Business Banking environment. We were

fortunate over the years to have strong leadership and an organisation with a strong social conscience.

As a local team, we collectively believed in the philosophy of taking a long term approach to everything we did. This drive not only to succeed and grow our business but also to make a positive contribution to our customers and Northland as a whole has made for a stable and successful team. When we feel that what we are doing each day is making a positive difference, we tend to put maximum effort into it.

When we put maximum effort in, we usually succeed.

Setting clear vision and strategic direction is an important part of business success. If you employ staff, ensuring that the vision and direction is understood by all is also important. However, the bit that

Images taken at the 2014 Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards

often creates a great culture and working environment is when we can make that vision, strategic direction and subsequent purpose have meaning that we as individuals can connect with.

About the Author Rod Parkinson is the Area Manager Business and Agribusiness for Westpac in Northland. You can contact Rod or your local business or agribusiness manager in Whangarei on 0800 177 567.

The information contained in this article is intended as a guide only and is not intended as an exhaustive list of matters to be considered.

Persons entering into business should seek their own professional legal, accounting and other advice.

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The app’s free with no minimum monthly fee. Just pay for each transaction as you go.

Visit westpac.co.nz/getpaid to find out more.

To use Westpac’s Get Paid app you must have a Westpac merchant facility. Terms and conditions for the Get Paid app and Merchant Credit Card Facility Agreement apply.

The Get Paid app processes business payments for both Visa and MasterCard credit and debit cards in instances where the card and the card holder are not present.

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Attendees enjoy the evening at the 2014 Westpac Business Excellence Awards

Wayne Cowley inducted into the Hall of Fame

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Participants of The Papermill Charitable Trust celebrating success at the Westpac Business Excellence Awards

PAPER MAKERS T

he Papermill Charitable Trust has been in operation in Whangarei for 25 years.

We are extremely pleased with our achievements at The Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards 2014. We won the ‘Best Not for Profit Organisation Award’ and joint won the ‘Sustainable Business Award’.

In 1989 fibre artist and papermaker Rhondda Rutherford-Dunn conceived and researched a project focusing on papermaking for people with intellectual disabilities as a forum for education, improving self-esteem, therapy and artistry.

The Papermill’s concept is simple and its focus total. It is committed to its artists. All have the opportunity to specialise and produce items of quality and uniqueness.

The Papermill incorporates and recycles used materials and plant fibres into beautiful paper. This in turn is made into a line of stationery, packaging, wedding invitations and art works of an international standard.

Each participant has an individual learning agreement which outlines and measures their achievements within the creative process of papermaking.

We look for an ability (however small)

to concentrate on and develop, so that each person has a niche in the total process.

The Mill is classed as a ‘Creative Space’ and it is run on the format of a small business to give the people the opportunity to learn a wide variety of skills. Apart from the paper making side, there are such tasks as meeting and greeting customers, office procedures, photocopying, cash handling, teaching, phone answering, cleaning, in short everything that needs to be done in a small business. The participants get the opportunity to take ownership of their small business and their ‘jobs’.

We provide the following programs: • Special-needs creative training • Transition Services • Community groups • School groups • Papermaking workshops The Papermill 38 Kamo Road, Whangarei Ph. 09 459 1 459 http://www.thepapermill.co.nz/ https://www.facebook.com/ thepapermill.co.nz

The Papermill is a charming place where artists with disabilities craft beautiful paper to international standards.

Using recycled products like paper, cloth, flowers and weeds, the Papermakers produce handmade paper which is made into a line of stationery, packaging, wedding invitations and art works that will impress.

Visitors watch the paper making processes, or make a sheet of handmade paper under the guidance of a skilled tutor.

Just about anything is possible at The Papermill.

Just ask!

38 Kamo Road, Whangarei | P: 09 459 1459 E: info@thepapermill.co.nz • W: www.thepapermill.co.nz

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Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards for 2014 took place at Forum North on Friday 24th October. There were entrants from 50 Northland businesses competing in 6 business categories, 5 ancillary categories and an overall supreme winner.

Marine North Ltd was the Westpac Northland Business Excellence Supreme Award winner for 2014 and was also the winner of the Golden Bay Cement Excellence in Business Medium Business Award (10-24FTE).

Tony Collins from the NZ Chambers of Commerce Northland said that the awards were a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the success of many Northland businesses.

These enterprises were of varying size and often very different in structure and scale.

The one thing they all had in common was their passion for what they were doing and their commitment to succeed.

Graeme Heapy, Paul Dunn, Tania Dunn

Other winners were Waipoua Lodge (Kanale Group Ltd) - winner of the Konica Minolta Excellence in Business Owner Operator (1-3FTE) Category. (Finalists Re-vive Beauty Therapy, Whangarei Accessible Housing Trust and The Papermill Charitable Trust)

Mike Nugent (sponsor), Fran & Ian Farrant, Paul Roukchan (sponsor)

The judges said…

The business owners demonstrated great passion for their business along with an excellent understanding of the market and the environment in which the business operates. The facilities were well thought out and presented. Systems and processes were robust with the owners displaying strong business disciplines.

As a final point, Waipoua Lodge has just been named by internationally renowned travel guide Fodor’s in its global 2014 top 100 awards. Waipoua Lodge was 1 of only 2 NZ hotels to receive this honour.

Springboard IT Ltd t/a Northcom ICT winner of the Henderson Reeves Connell Rishworth Excellence in Northland Business. (Finalists Omak Meats and Kiwi Cake Supplies) The judges said…

Spring board IT trading as Northcom ICT has created a niche product which targets the SME market, a market which has traditionally been difficult to address. Their managed services are very cost effective and remove the hassle of IT ownership from small businesses, which represent the bulk of the Northland economy. They have taken care not to over-extend themselves in the start-up stage until they are confident that systems and processes are scalable. As would be expected, their use of information technology underpins their business model very effectively. They are now planning the next phase of growth with the introduction of a sales person. What is exciting about this business is the potential it offers to other Northland Businesses to increase productivity and performance.

Jeremy Browne (sponsor), Jeremy Andrews, Suzanne Gent, Tony Shi, Ella Shi

Marine North Ltd - winner of the Golden Bay Cement Excellence in Business Medium Business Award (10-24FTE). (Finalist Louie Berkers Collision Repair Centre Ltd) The judges said…

The judges were impressed with the structured and effective business planning which has been carried right through to operational level, and the owners’ willingness to tap into external advice and support and implement recommendations. Processes are flow charted and constantly being improved; internal communication is excellent, great attention is paid to customer service, and the business has a genuine ‘support local’ culture.

Paul Dunn, Tania Dunn, Peter Bray (sponsor)

Onyx Capital Ltd - winner of the Vodafone NZ Excellence in Business Large Business Award (25 plus FTE) (Finalists Northpine Ltd and Northpower) The judges said…

The T owners of this business have come up with innovative strategies to ensure they always have a trained and stable workforce available in what is known to be a seasonal industry, and have provided permanent employment and training to workers who would normally spend part of the year unemployed while ensuring the sustainability of their own business. Customer and product knowledge is excellent and data and information are collected and used effectively. Risks have been assessed thoughtfully and risk mitigation put in place on a number of levels.

An impressive and financially sound business.

For more information and photo gallery visit www.northlandbusinessawards.co.nz

Howard Gilles (sponsor), Patrick Malley, Linzi Malley, Dermot Malley

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Baby Steps - winner of the Business Coaching New Zealand Best Emerging Business Award. (Finalists Styleline Installationz and Grinning Gecko Cheese Company) The judges said…

Baby Steps was a clear stand-out in the emerging business category.

Carolyn and her team have assessed the market thoroughly and have put together a unique niche offering that is second to none in their sector.

The highlights of this business include robust financial management, excellent HR and communication practices, superb client interaction, and sound strategic planning for targeted growth.

The judges were very impressed and Michael Davis, Carolyn have every confidence this business will Davis, Terry Sage (sponsor) be a benchmark in the years to come.

Grinning Gecko Cheese Company and The Papermill Charitable Trust – joint winners of the Northland Regional Council Sustainable Business Award (Finalist Ngati Hine Health Trust)

James McNamra, Catherine McNamara, Lani McNamra and Logan Wyatt

Juanita Cleaver and Jonette Ruatara

Claud Switzer Residential Care – winner of the ACC Workplace Safety Award.

(Finalists Dive! Tutukaka, Northpine Ltd and Northpower) The judges said…

The winning business, Claud Switzer Residential Care scored highly in all of the workplace safety judging criteria, and stood out for their commitment to providing a high level of training and equipment to ensure the safety of staff and clients in the workplace.

Congratulations to the Board, the Nurse Manager and the whole team.

The Papermill Charitable Trust - winner of the Top Energy Best Not-For-Profit Organisation Award The judges said…

Operating for over 20 years The Papermill Charitable Trust provides a vibrant and imaginative venue that focuses on special needs creative training. Effective governance and management processes contribute to meeting the needs of each individual, developing work skills and confidence.

The Trust demonstrated great initiative and resourcefulness in identifying and sourcing materials to recycle for paper making and other creative endeavours. Close relationships within the community support and foster a sustainable approach by the team of papermakers who have a passion and flair for what they do.

Jonette Ruatara, Juanita Cleaver, Steve James (sponsor)

Dawn Dutton Photography - winner of the Creative Northland Excellence in Arts Business Award (Finalists The Papermill Charitable Trust and Amber-Lee The judges said…

The judges were very impressed with Dawn’s photographic work, her commitment to personal and professional growth, community involvement, systems, processes, passion, drive and goals.

They would like to congratulate her on her extraordinary talent mixed with exceptional customer service. These are her unique selling points. Although already successful, the judges have no doubt she will be more so with every endeavour in the future.

Mike Dutton, Dawn Dutton, Laura Burns (sponsor)

Dawn Dutton Photography was voted More FM Customer’s Choice Service Provider while KiwiYo Whangarei was the More FM Customer’s Choice Retail Provider.

Jackie Simkins, Amrit Lal, Jenny Kitchen

Kiwi Cake Supplies Ltd took out the Northland INC Judges Commendation Award (Finalists Results Rule ad Amber-Lee Florists).

The judges said…

Kiwicakes has established itself as the leading cake decorating company supplier in New Zealand, operating from their premises in Kamo. They have achieved success by their strong online engagement with their loyal customer base and being at the leading edge of the industry, bringing experts in to demonstrate latest decorating techniques. They are already exporting on a small scale but with their own branded products they have potential to go further. It is profitable business employing local people and can only be considered a success story.

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This is what one client had to say about Dawn Dutton Photography...

A perfect combination of creative talent, professionalism and customer service. Dawn takes the stress out of photographic sittings.

She will take photographs in settings of your choice and does everything just right so the subjects are relaxed and comfortable. The printed results are amazing!

And a KiwiYo customer had this to say...

They have a clean, beautiful shop with friendly staff. The franchise is locally owned so they are contributing to our economy while also creating jobs! The staff are great, knowledgeable and friendly and it is a pleasure to call in.

Jenny McMillan, David Wilson (sponsor), Karina Peterson, Sandra Boston and Laura Kerrisk

Erena Miller (sponsor), with Mike & Dawn Dutton from Dawn Dutton Photography (Service Provider winners) and Heather Martin, Maggy Lang and Ryan Johnson from KiwiYo Whangarei (Retail winners)

The New Zealand Media and Entertainment Business Hall of Fame inductee this year was Wayne Cowley in recognition of his contribution to Northland business.

For more information and photo gallery visit www.northlandbusinessawards.co.nz

George Jarrett accepting award in Wayne's absence

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SAFE BUSINESSES ‘SPOTLIGHTED’ TO HELP GROW SAFETY CULTURE E ncouraging safer workplaces, with the ultimate aim of reducing the number of work-related injuries, is why ACC is again proud to be supporting the Northland Business Excellence Awards.

ACC sponsors the ACC ‘Workplace Safety Award’, which recognises innovative or exemplary examples of workplace safety culture, systems and procedures.

“New Zealand has a high rate of work-related injuries compared to similar countries overseas” says ACC’s General Manager of Injury Prevention, Dr Megan McKenna.

“However, there’s now a much more integrated approach being taken to address this, and it’s encouraging to see more businesses giving workplace safety the attention it deserves.

“Last year saw an important step forward with the launch of the new Crown entity, WorkSafe New Zealand, and this has brought a real focus to the task at hand.

“ACC is committed to working closely with WorkSafe New Zealand and the business community, so we can align our efforts, make good use of our respective strengths and

do all we can to help foster a safety culture in workplaces up and down the country.”

Dr McKenna says that by shining the spotlight on Northland businesses that are making their workplaces safer, ACC hopes to encourage others to follow in their footsteps.

“The Awards provide an opportunity to showcase the fantastic things being done by many businesses to improve their workplace safety here in Northland, and we hope this will inspire other

businesses to make similar changes in their own workplaces.”

In total, there are eight business award evenings around New Zealand between May and November that feature an ACCsponsored workplace safety award.

Work-related injuries are a priority area that ACC is investing in as part of its injury prevention work.

As well as sponsoring business awards, ACC provides workplace health and safety advice directly to businesses, it develops targeted injury prevention

ACC works closely with WorkSafe New Zealand and the business community

campaigns, and offers levy discounts tied to safety performance.

“We get to see first-hand the huge impact that injuries can have on people’s lives, and we want to do all we can to ensure more New Zealanders don’t become injury statistics” says Dr McKenna.

“The Northland Business Excellence Awards are just one of the ways we’re reaching out to the local community, celebrating successes and sharing our safety message.”

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Patrick Malley from Onyx Capital Ltd winner of the Excellence in Large Business category

O’NEILL SURF ACADEMY NZ O ’Neill Surf Academy NZ is a respected surf company operating across Northland and Matakana Coasts. We promote surf lessons, surf tours, school & holiday camps, corporate team building, family surf days, beach education, surf culture and adventure.

At O’Neill Surf Academy we don’t measure our success by the volume of clients using our service but by the quality of your surfing experience, which means great trips and satisfied, enthusiastic customers. We use the best equipment available from our surfboards to wetsuits ensuring a safe enjoyable environment. O’Neill Surf Academy are accredited by

Surfing New Zealand and the International Surfing Association.

Learning to surf is a great discipline that feeds the mind, body and soul so why not give it a go! Standing for the first time is a memory to last that will have you smiling from ear to ear.

Our skilled surf coaching, stunning locations, small class sizes and pure love of the ocean make us unique.

Whether you are a complete beginner, or an intermediate surfer wishing to improve please get in touch to book your Northland surfing experience.

We will provide an unforgettable life changing experience, we’ve got the surfing bug and we’re keen to pass it on!

SURFING at Tutukaka Coast and chasing the waves around Northland

WE’VE GOT THE SURFING BUG AND WE’RE KEEN TO PASS IT ON • Kids & Adult Surf Lessons • Holiday Surf Programmes • Surfing Tours • School & Youth Groups

Our skilled surf coaching, stunning location and pure love of the ocean make us unique.

P: 09 434 3843

E: surf@oneillsurfacademy.co.nz W: www.oneillsurfacademy.co.nz

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The judges said…

“Northcom ICT has created a niche product which targets the SME market, a market which has traditionally been difficult to address.Their managed services are very cost effective and remove the hassle of IT ownership from small businesses, which represent the bulk of the Northland economy. They have taken care not to over-extend themselves in the start-up stage until they are confident that systems and processes are scalable. As would be expected, their use of information technology underpins their business model very effectively. They are now planning the next phase of growth with the introduction of a sales person. What is exciting about this business is the potential it offers to other Northland Businesses to increase productivity and performance.”

Northcom ICT would like to thank all its customers for their support.

We could not have achieved this award without you.

“We are your IT department!”

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Attendees enjoying the night at the 2014 Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards from left - Ella and Tony Shi (Northcom ICT) Alan Johnston (Robinson Asphalts Ltd) Tania and Paul Dunn (Marine North Ltd) Leah Peacock (Sudburys)

The Papermill celebrate success

Entertainment from the Hardcore Dance Company at the Westpac Business Excellence Awards evening

MAIBIZ BUSINESS WORKSHOPS SPONSORED BY THE MAORI

WOMEN'S DEVELOPMENT INC MaiBiz MaiBiz is a three day business and entrepreneur workshop sponsored by the Ma¯ori Women’s Development Inc (MWDI) in association with Te Pu¯ o te Wheke, one of the Northland Wha¯nau Ora Collectives and Te Ru¯nanga o Nga¯ puhi.

The course enables participants to work in teams to develop a new product idea or business initiative.

Participants will learn how to develop a business plan, learn vital negotiation, teamwork, delegation, leadership and time management skills. They will also learn the value of quality production processes, clever marketing tactics, backed up by robust and transparent financial systems - all necessary ingredients for a successful business approach.

MaiBiz concludes with each team presenting their business concept in an expo style event to local community business leaders where an overall winner will be determined.

All skills taught on MaiBiz are transferable. They can be applied to any industry or field.

Ma¯ori Women’s Development Inc MWDI was established in 1987 to encourage the economic development of Ma¯ ori women and their wha¯ nau and ultimately ensure that Ma¯ori contribute equitably to this nation’s culture, economic, social and political achievements.

MWDI receives funding from Te Puni Ko¯ kiri to deliver on this outcome and its role is two-fold, being a development and lending corporation for Ma¯ori in Aotearoa.

Under the development aspect of its operations MWDI provides training and education programmes focused on increasing financial literacy and business skills.

Under the lending aspect of its operations MWDI provides loans to Ma¯ori businesses owned by, or involving Ma¯ori women and their wha¯nau at an affordable interest rate.

NAU MAI, HAERE MAI Ki

MAIBIZ

(A Free Business Training Workshop) MWDI and Te Pu o Te Wheke invite you to attend Venue: RSA, Kaikohe Date: 10-12 November 2014 158 Broadway, Kaikohe 9:30am to 3:30pm

“Learn how to refresh your business or to start a new business” MWDI is a development and lending organisation encouraging Maori women and their whanau into business.

To Register contact Pam Armstrong (pamarmstrong22@gmail.com) or (Mobile: 021704084)

PIKI MAI, KAKE MAI

Win a scholarship to attend The Kiwa Slam 14-15 Nov. 2014 (Inspirational digital writing)

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STAY CLOSE, GO FAR WITH NORTHTEC By studying business at NorthTec, you can stay local but gain a qualification to take you anywhere you want.

Nancy Te Whata – Bachelor of Applied Management

Aaron Hooper – Bachelor of Applied Management

“I was looking at going to work in Australia but realised that all I knew was horses so I decided I needed to study to upskill.

I did business admin at the Kerikeri campus. I really enjoyed it and it changed my outlook.”

Nancy’s life was previously very involved in horses. “I represented New Zealand with horses and my experience was that if you work at something you get the results.

Doing the business admin course made me realise that in the work world, having the qualifications is more important than having just experience, so I’ve gone on to do the degree down here at Whangarei.

“What I loved most about the course is seeing its relevance to everyday life.

Management touches on so many different subjects and as a manager you’re dealing with the overview as well as the detail.”

“After 20 years in the banking industry I wanted a change. I was concerned that I didn’t have a degree so was more susceptible to the ebb and flow of the tides of employment.

Aaron was surprised at how easy the tutors made it for him as a mature student to re-enter study. “The processes were so streamlined and the tutors are so accessible and passionate about their subject.

“They challenged us sometimes to change our way of thinking. As part of the course we had to audit a small business. This forced us out of our comfort zone because we had to create new relationships and networks which were part of building our future.

“I was 39 when I started my study so my career path has been different from most. I’ve learnt that we’re never too old to change, to learn, and to progress. Don’t let age ever become a barrier.”

Stay close ose

GO FAR FA

Noho tata, haere tawhiti

MANAGE a new future!

If you’re interested in management, business, project management or accounting, the business programme is for you.

NorthTec offers the following: • NZIM Diploma in Management • NZIM Diploma in Practice Management (Health) (Level 5) • New Zealand Diploma in Business (Level 6) • Bachelor of Applied Management • Graduate Diploma in Business Our business students come from all walks of life and include school leavers taking their first step towards a career, to mature students looking to upskill or start a new direction.

Enrol now for 2015

“I could pathway from the certificate to a diploma, to the degree. I chose business management because it applies to any industry and can be used in any country.”

Gina Brighouse: Graduate Bachelor of Applied Management (Accounting)

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