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Gail's Flowers Joins NZ Business Connect: A Lifetime of Passion and Excellence in Floristry

Gail's Flowers Joins NZ Business Connect: A Lifetime of Passion and Excellence in Floristry

FLOWERS It is a pleasure to introduce Gail Jones, founder of Gail’s Flowers, as a new member of NZ Business Connect. Gail’s journey in floristry began in 1963 when, at just 18 years old, she opened her own florist shop after being told she was “overqualified” for employment. Determined to follow her dream of working with flowers, Gail built her own path and has spent over six decades creating arrangements that bring beauty and meaning to life’s most important moments. From weddings and funerals to family milestones, births, and celebrations, Gail’s Flowers provides floral arrangements for every occasion. The business also offers corsages and buttonholes for school balls, gift baskets, house plants, and a growing range of dried flowers. With a central Hamilton store filled year-round with blooms and gifts, along with an online ordering system and an active social media presence on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube and Instagram, Gail’s Flowers is both a trusted local florist and a modern, forward-looking business. What sets Gail apart is her rare combination of qualifications, international experience, and creative flair. Holding a Diploma with the New Zealand Professional Florists Association, membership with the American Institute of Floral Designers, and recognition as a Professional Floral Communicators International member, Gail has earned a reputation for excellence worldwide. Her achievements include placing second in the prestigious Interflora World Cup and serving as Manager Head Referee for the 2012 Interflora World Cup in China. For customers, this means every arrangement comes with the assurance of quality design, expert craftsmanship, and a personal touch. Gail’s wealth of experience also allows her to meet special requests, from unique and unusual designs to bespoke floral creations tailored for each client. At the heart of Gail’s Flowers are the values of honesty, design, service, and customer value. With over 60 years of dedication to her craft, Gail remains committed to offering her community not just flowers, but thoughtful creations that mark life’s most treasured occasions. NZ Business Connect is proud to welcome Gail’s Flowers, a business built on passion, experience, and a lifelong love of floristry. Contact Gails Flowers 07 839 0988 gailjones@gails.co.nz https://gails.co.nz/ Contact NZ Business Connect 027 458 7724 phillip@nzbusinessconnect.co.nz ( Source )

Mother pleads not guilty after newborn baby’s body found in Albert Park, Auckland

Mother pleads not guilty after newborn baby’s body found in Albert Park, Auckland

A woman has reappeared in court this morning in connection with a dead newborn baby found in Albert Park.  The 36-year-old made her first appearance in Auckland District Court on Monday by video link.  She is charged with concealing the dead body of a child and was asked to surrender her passport to police.  The charge document alleges the offence took place on Saturday. The baby’s body was found on Sunday morning.  The woman, who has interim name suppression and was granted bail without plea earlier this week, entered a not guilty plea and elected a trial by jury when she appeared before Judge Simon Lance this morning.  The defendant wore blue jeans and a grey woollen top. She clasped her hands nervously in front of her as she stood in the dock.  Several of the woman’s supporters were sat in the public gallery during her appearance.  Earlier, Auckland City CIB Detective Senior Sergeant Ash Matthews said police were called to Albert Park in central Auckland about 7am on Sunday after a park worker discovered the infant.  “This investigation remains ongoing and police are speaking with a number of people to establish the circumstances around what has occurred.  “This is a tragedy for everyone concerned and we understand this will be quite confronting information for the community to hear.”  Matthews said a post-mortem investigation was due to take place on Monday.  Police were not looking for anyone else.  Police conducted a scene examination and spoke to a person believed to be the baby’s mother.  Auckland Council confirmed a park maintenance contractor found the baby’s body.  “We are aware of this incident and the matter is currently with police for investigation,” a council spokesperson said.  The infrastructure company supplying park workers for the council, Ventia, declined to comment.  The body of a newborn baby was found in Albert Park, in central Auckland. Photo / Dean Purcell  Auckland Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson said she was shocked and saddened by the discovery and had made inquiries with staff regarding the next steps.  “This is extremely distressing and my thoughts go to all concerned.  “Our contractors reported this to police and this is now within their hands - both council staff and me personally have been in contact with the contractor to ensure they have the support they need.”

NZ public says farmers should lead climate action, survey finds

NZ public says farmers should lead climate action, survey finds

A new nationwide survey shows New Zealanders expect farmers and food producers to play a leading role in cutting greenhouse gas emissions, but also gave them higher marks than most industries for their current efforts. The survey was conducted by Primary Purpose in early July, interviewing 1077 New Zealanders. Results found that 70% of New Zealanders say it is important that farmers and food producers reduce their emissions, with support stronger among urban audiences. Nearly half (48%) believe farmers are doing well in managing emissions, while only 12% think they are performing poorly. Waitaki MP and former sheep farmer Miles Anderson said that the public results were pleasing, but not a surprise to him. "The farming community has been working hard to reduce its enviro footprint over the last 20 years," Anderson told Rural News . "In a sense, farmers are environmentalists; they look after the environment in order to be able to grow or show anything and it will make their job so much harder otherwise. I think the survey reflects the fact that people understand that." 31% of those surveyed believe farmers are doing more to manage emissions than other industries, compared to just 8% who believe they are doing less. Read More: Feds throw support behind Climate Change Amendment Bill New Zealand shows climate gains, but urgent action needed Well said at the shed The public also places equal responsibility for emissions reduction on farmers/growers, government, and the food industry (all at 79%), ahead of consumers (64%). Anderson said that as Kiwi consumers have many bills to pay besides groceries, many are very price conscious. "It's been particularly tough over the last few years to make ends meet [and] the consumers who can are doing what they can. I'm not going to pass judgements on the end consumer and the position they make about how they spend their money." Nevertheleass, he emphatically stressed the importance of New Zealand farming in maintaining low emissions via superior produce. "We are not going to chuck out farming here, only to allow the same products to be produced offshore where they have a larger carbon footprint. "I think the public understands that New Zealand already has one of, if not the lowest carbon footprints per kilo of product produced on farms in the world. People recognise that if we were to move production offshore where they have a larger carbon footprint, the environment would be worse." Primary Purpose partner Marc Elliott says the results presents an opportunity for the primary sector to build on. "The public clearly sees farmers as central to New Zealand's emissions challenge, but they also acknowledge the efforts underway. "This is a significant opportunity for the primary sector to continue leading while building public trust. "The findings suggest New Zealanders want a collaborative approach, with farmers, government, and the wider industry working together to meet climate goals." #MILES_ANDERSON #climate_change