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'Some people at my age would put their slippers on', New Year honour's recipient says
Anthony Gray, 71, has been recognised for service to accounting and Māori business.
Anthony Gray, 71, has been recognised for service to accounting and Māori business.
"We liked how quirky it was. We thought it was pretty cool in the middle of nowhere."
The business started with an aim to bring the 'indulgence' of European Christmas to NZ.
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DoC wants to get "as much as possible" open for summer 2023.
The lodge stands as a testament to the 'synergy achieved through collaboration'.
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The Napier Marist men and Havelock North Wanderers knew they were up against it