Countdown Hawera Accredited Be. Accessible
Countdown Hawera has re-opened its doors as the country’s first ‘Be. Accessible’ accredited supermarket. The store underwent significant refurbishment to receive the accreditation which…
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RAISING MONEY FOR Alzheimer’s NZ
Countdown is raising money for Alzheimer’s New Zealand by selling 50,000 packs of lamingtons this July. Alzheimer’s New Zealand chief executive, Catherine Hall, said dementia…
FIGHTING THE SKILL SHORTAGE
Last year, the Aged Care Association said New Zealand was short of 500 nursing staff in rest homes. At that point, they were pessimistic…
CLOSING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE
It is a damaging stereotype that the elderly do not understand technology. Digital exclusion is a serious problem which disadvantages a significant number of…
NEW CHAIRMAN AT BUPA
Following the resignation of Nicola Roxon, Bryan Mogridge was appointed as the new chairman of Bupa Australia and New Zealand. Mogridge has plenty of…
LUXURY UNDERFOOT
These custom-made carpet tiles with cushion backing were designed specifically for the Four Points by Sheraton project to create a luxurious feel underfoot. Whilst…
THE FUTURE OF NEW ZEALAND’S WINE INDUSTRY
John Clarke, chair of the New Zealand Winegrowers Inc., said in the 2018 Annual Report, that “We’ve steadily built a reputation for consistent quality;…
RENOVATIONS MADE EASY
Auckland-based cabinet manufacturers Cabjaks are making renovations simpler than ever. Specialising in kitchens, laundries, benchtops and wardrobes, their modular approach means they won’t be…