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WAIKATO BUSINESS NEWS, MAY/JUNE 2023 2 WAIKATO BUSINESS NEWS, MAY/JUNE 2023 HELP: Pressure on cancer services reaches all-time high Cancer Society appeals for business support this Daffodil Day No one should face cancer alone. Get your business behind our Daffodil Day appeal this August. To sign up, visit daffodilday.org.nz PROUDLY SPONSORED BY This August, the Cancer Society Waikato/Bay of Plenty needs the support of Kiwi businesses more than ever before. Numbers at the Cancer Society’s Lions Lodge, a ‘home away from home’ for people travelling to Hamilton for cancer treatment, have reached a record high over the past four months while over the past year, supportive care nurses have made more than 1,000 home visits to families across the Waikato and Bay of Plenty. “Every day, more and more people who are receiving cancer treatment walk through our doors and every day we provide wrap-around support to them and their whānau … But we can’t continue to do it without the generous support of our donors” says Sharon Robertson, Partnership Manager at Cancer Society and a cancer survivor herself. Over the course of a lifetime, 1 in 3 Kiwis will experience the life-changing reality of a cancer diagnosis. Having the support of the Cancer Society, in the way of experienced nurses and accommodation and meals can be extremely reassuring. “The support we provide those navigating cancer is truly invaluable. It is our hope that we can continue to count on the generosity of businesses in making this work possible.” This Daffodil Day, the Cancer Society is making a dedicated appeal to local businesses to show their support. One business, Zealong Tea Estate, has already answered the call by donating a portion of sales from two of their teas, green tea and chamomile, across August as well as holding a high tea fundraising event. “There are lots of options to get involved and I’d love to have a chat about the ways in which we can work together! Every little bit counts and helps us continue the vital work we do in the community.” Fundraising from Daffodil Day ensures Cancer Society services like support from nurses, meals and accommodation remains free for people with cancer. To donate, sign up or find fundraising ideas, visit daffodilday.org.nz/ To contact Sharon about how your business can help, email sharonrobertson@ cancersociety.org.nz At Bayleys, we believe relationships are what businesses are built on and how they succeed. We understand that to maximise the return on your property you need: Professional property management A business partner that understands your views and goals Contact the Bayleys Waikato Commercial Property Management team today. Jan Cooney Head Commercial Property Management - Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Taranaki 027 408 9339 jan.cooney@bayleys.co.nz David Cashmore Bayleys Commercial Manager - Waikato 021 943 305 david.cashmore@bayleys.co.nz Gert Maritz Senior Facilities Manager - Waikato 027 230 2514 gert.maritz@bayleys.co.nz Darren Rule Senior Facilities Manager - Bay of Plenty & Taranaki 027 214 1631 darren.rule@bayleys.co.nz SUCCESS REALTY LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008 ALTOGETHER BETTER Residential / Commercial / Rural / Property Services
Women’s World Cup Football fever hits Hamilton FROM - PAGE 1 Foster and FIFA referee Sarah Jones will both take to the stage to talk about the changing dynamics of women in sport. H3 is also in charge of the Trophy Tour, which kicked off in Hamilton on June 17 and travelled to Cambridge, Tauranga, Rotorua and Taupō before heading to Dunedin for the next leg of the journey. The Trophy Tour, dubbed ‘Going Beyond’, is designed to inspire people of all ages, build excitement and support ahead of the five FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 matches in Hamilton Kirikiriroa – which start when Zambia take on Japan on 22 July. “We're the only city in New Zealand that's chosen to take it outside of our city. We think it's really important to get the trophy out to our neighbours because that's how we're going to convince people to come to games, as well sharing the love,” she says. There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes to bring a large-scale sporting event to life, and Rebecca and the H3 team work with a number of stakeholders to ensure things run smoothly, including transporting people to and from matches around the region and closing streets where necessary. “We have really close stakeholder relationships with Waikato-Bay of Plenty Football, Sport Waikato, Hamilton Central Business Association, Tourism New Zealand and the Hamilton Airport, as we're Montana Group announces Amardeep Khasariya as new General Manager of Montana Food & Events Montana Group recently announced the appointment of Amardeep (‘Deep’) Khasariya as new General Manager of Montana Food and Events. WAIKATO BUSINESS NEWS, MAY/JUNE 2023 3 Emma Alsemgeest, Claudia McNeil, Rebecca Aston, Harriet Beattie and Lucy Morris having quite a few teams flying that we removed urinals for in and out of the airport more toilets, shower partitions on private jets. So that takes and things that are more conducive a lot of arrangement as well. to a female-friendly Basically, we’re working with environment. That's a fantastic all the stakeholders needed to physical legacy. We've also got pull together the information a few projects in the pipeline to make this event a success.” around empowering women Hamilton will also benefit and showcasing some local from a number of legacy projects women in our community.” that Rebecca reckons are The 2019 FIFA Women’s long overdue. World Cup 2019 reached 1.12 “We were given some funding billion viewers across 205 by government to upgrade countries meaning H3 will be a couple of our training sites' responsible for showcasing the changing rooms to be more Waikato, not only to the teams, gender equal. So, making sure visitors and the international WAIKATO BUSINESS NEWS, MAY/JUNE 2023 media, but also to the rest of the world. Rebecca says it’s the sort of background detail that makes a long-lasting impact for the region. “We work really closely with Hamilton Waikato Tourism to provide tourism activities for the teams and the media.” Tickets are now on sale for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia-New Zealand and Rebecca says the range of prices makes it affordable for the whole family. “Single ticket sales are really super cheap. We’re trying to promote that and get people purchasing tickets because they don't want to miss out. I think even if you're not a football fan, you're going to want to come to a game just to be a part of the atmosphere.” For more information on the events in Hamilton surrounding the tournament visit hamiltonhostcity.co.nz. Tickets for FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 matches in Hamilton Kirikiriroa are on sale now at FIFA.com/hamiltontickets With over 20 years of invaluable experience in the hospitality sector, Deep’s progression signals a new chapter for the company, which is looking to strengthen its market position and continue to drive sustainable growth within the region. With an impressive career spanning almost two decades, Deep has worked with renowned brands across various sectors of the hospitality industry. Beginning his journey at Montana in 2012 as a Front of House team member, Deep has seen Montana grow from a small catering company to the largest, privately-owned caterer in New Zealand. “I started my journey at Montana 11 years ago working at FMG Stadium Waikato. It has been a great experience working at Montana through its evolution - I have enjoyed Montana Group has been a large part of my life, and I’m looking forward to working with my team and taking the brand to another level. I’m a big believer in working together and working towards a common goal. every second of it.” In his appointment to General Manager, Deep will leverage his expertise to lead the growing team and optimise operational efficiency. One of the key areas of focus will be to enhance the guest experience. Recognising the pivotal role of client satisfaction, he says his aim is to elevate service standards, ensuring personalised interactions, and fostering a culture of excellence. Following Mark Wylie’s recent appointment to CEO, and the establishment of a Board of Directors to be announced, this appointment marks another exciting step in Montana Group’s journey towards continued growth and food and service excellence. Montana Group is a specialist food and events management business, operating several brands in the upper North Island with a range of food, service, and event operations. With 11 brands and more than 30 kitchens across two cities, the Group is now recognised as the largest, privately-owned caterer in New Zealand, employing close to 1,000 people across Auckland and Waikato. Montana Food and Events (MFE) - the Group’s premier Waikato corporate catering brand - is the exclusive and preferred catering partner at H3 Group venues FMG Stadium Waikato and Claudelands Events Centre and various other venues through the region. MFE is also a preferred supplier at Fieldays 2023. They’re committed to showcasing the best ingredients the Waikato region has to offer with exclusively curated catering packages for exhibitors this coming June. Amardeep Khasariya, General Manager Montana Food & Events For enquiries, email info@montanafoodandevents.co.nz or visit montanafoodandevents.co.nz for more information. Montana Group Head Office Gate 6, Claudelands Events Centre, Brooklyn Road, Hamilton 3240, New Zealand PO Box 546, Waikato Mail Centre, Hamilton 3240
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