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There is a certain confidence that comes from learning business the hard way. On the tools. On the phone. Knocking on doors. Hearing no, then going back again. For HydroGo founder Cole Dallimore, that confidence arrived early. Still in his teens when he launched the business, Cole has built what
By Jess Shaw — Director & Financial Adviser, Vesta Finance & Advisory “Improve your risk profile, and your interest rate will follow.” This is a phrase I use often, because the most common misconception I see among business owners is the belief that interest rates are fixed, non-negotiable, or entirely
By Emily Brittin — Director, Brittin Builders Taking on a building project, whether it is a new home, extension or commercial space, is an exciting milestone. It is also a process filled with decisions, deadlines and detail. With the right preparation, you can move through it with clarity and confidence.
By Matt Crowther — Co-founder, Centaur AI Between cyclone recovery, labour shortages, and rising costs, Hawke’s Bay business owners have enough on their plates without worrying about ‘Artificial Intelligence.’ You’re likely AI-fatigued, and rightfully so. But I’m not here to talk about ChatGPT licenses or “agents”. I’m here to talk
By Paul Harvey — Williams’ Harvey Registered Valuers As we begin 2026, New Zealand’s property market presents a complex picture of national optimism tempered by regional caution. For Hawke’s Bay property owners and investors, understanding both the broader economic trends and our specific local dynamics is essential for making informed
By Neil Wagstaff — Peak Fitness, Havelock North One of my favourite books is called Outlive by Peter Attia. Peter’s recommendations align nicely with my beliefs on how our exercise and training week should be structured. Training isn’t just about looking good for summer. It’s not about chasing random PBs.
By Andrew Davies — Director and Insurance Adviser, Tidal Life & Health Insurance For most people, their personal and business insurance plans were arranged at a logical point in time such as starting a business, buying a home, taking on debt, or growing a family. The challenge is that life
By Tobias Taylor and Phil Borkin — JBWere If the first weeks of 2026 have felt loud, you’re not imagining it. Global headlines have been dominated by geopolitical tensions, tariff threats, central bank manoeuvres and dramatic political theatre. The US dollar has swung sharply. Gold has surged. Bond markets have
By Michelle Menzies — Nexia Hawke’s Bay Looking ahead in farming and agribusiness has never been about crystal balls. It is about noticing what is already shifting and deciding how deliberately you want to respond. For many rural businesses, the past few seasons have been demanding. Weather events, cost pressures,
By Jess Shaw — Director & Financial Adviser, Vesta Finance & Advisory “Improve your risk profile, and your interest rate will follow.” As we head into the final stretch of the financial year, many business owners focus on tax, compliance and closing the books. What often gets overlooked is that
