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From international advertising to architectural interiors, Susannah Matheson, a Founder of Island Interiors, has built a name at the top end of New Zealand’s design scene.

From international advertising to architectural interiors, Susannah Matheson, a Founder of Island Interiors, has built a name at the top end of New Zealand’s design scene.

Denise Bellingham launched Go Cover in 1998 after recognising a major gap in the market. Here’s her story.

A bold pivot to NZ wool has led Autex Acoustics to create Embrace – a regenerative, carbon-negative acoustic wall system reshaping sustainable design.

New Zealand natural health brand Tracel is taking its wellness mission global, showcasing innovation and transparency at CIIE.

Cleanery is proving that local production can compete globally while dramatically reducing environmental impacts.

FleetPartners’ new online tool lets Kiwi businesses compare and estimate costs for over 600 lease vehicles in minutes.

With AI creating both excitement and uncertainty for Kiwi SMEs, Hamilton-based Igor Matich, Founder of Dynamo6 offers up some pragmatic advice to help businesses cut through the noise.

Spring Break Fiji is re-emerging from the pandemic years with new owners, a major investment, and a sharper focus on the youth travel market.
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