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In 1968, Murray and Pam Guy, a young couple with a bright future decided to pack up their life in Auckland and make a go of it in, what was then, a small town called Papakura and start a business. Who would have thought, that what they created would still provide the people of Papakura with a level of service, professionalism and care second to none and now run by son Michael and Tony Easteal would be celebrating their 50th year in business. ·…

If you’re struggling with pain, anxiety, depression, sleeping problems or health issues, you might be interested to find that acupuncture can assist you. If you’re struggling with pain, anxiety, depression, sleeping problems or health issues, you might be interested to find that acupuncture can assist you. While it is renowned for dealing with pain, there is a lot more to the ancient Chinese holistic approach than first meets the eye. Local…

The Conveyancing Shop Lawyers walked away with two major Awards at the Westpac Auckland Business Awards this year for Excellence in Community Contribution and Excellence in Strategy and Planning. This is quite an achievement for a small family run business who were up against much larger players. Finalist in their categories included DHL Express NZ Limited, Manukau Urban Maori Authority, Park Supplies Company Limited, Legal Associates,…

elocal, is 100% locally owned, unlike other publications in the area. The whole team, including owner Mykeljon live locally and buy locally, we like to support local businesses, because you support us. Every month, the team at elocal work tirelessly to bring you stories that will interest, educate and sometimes confront you about issues that our national media tend to shy away from. We are and always have been owned by locals, and this…

It's impossible to miss the massive building that houses Tuakau ITM. At 50 metres long, covering 1300 square metres, it looms large over the town. For Glenn (Podge) Graham, the third generation owner of the bulding supplies company, it's a dream come true. The new building is his baby; he conceived the design and watched it grow. · “I used to sit in my old office and envisage what I wanted, and it's turned out exactly as I planned. It's all…

When you meet noteworthy contemporary photographer Tatiana Skorik for the first time you instantly get the sense that her poise and calm nature allow her the space and privilege of an advanced level of insight when it comes to observing life and the interactions that give life meaning. It is this level of insight that helps her to capture moments in such a remarkable manner. Initially intrigued by the appearance of images from blank pages as a…