Northland Inc's BA5
Kai pai and thank you everyone who came to our Northland Inc BA5, and helped celebrate The Orchard's fourth Birthday last night, we would like to say: Thank you!
It was fantastic to have such a wonderful turnout, and to acknowledge the mahi of the Northland Inc team for their tireless work through this challenging year.
We would like to extend a special thank you to:
Northland Inc and NZ Chambers of Commerce Northland for putting on such a successful BA5.
The speakers - Stephen Smith (North Chamber, CEO) Sophie Wiltshier (Northland Inc, Business innovation and growth Team Leader), Tania Burt (Northland Inc, GM Destination), Sarah Petersen (Northland Inc, Board Chairperson), Zachary Woods (Northland Inc, Early Stage Growth Advisor/The Pick 21), Murry Reade (Northland Inc, CEO) and Jude Thompson (Northland Inc, Economic Action Plan Portfolio Manager).
Nourish Lunchbar catering for the tasty food
Marsden Estate for the wine
McLeod's Brewery for the beer
Rene’s Kombucha for our non-alcoholic options
Bryce Zhang Photography- We are so excited to receive the photos Monday.
And the band, Dusty Road, for the amazing ambience that you brought to the evening.
Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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64% Yes
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33.4% No
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2.5% Other - I'll share below
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