Hearts of the West End Precinct

Anau Ngametua

King & Queen Hotel

Guests of King & Queen Hotel will be familiar with big warm smile of Guest Experience Manager, Anau Ngametua.

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Sheridan Anderson

Et Vous

An entrepreneurial approach and an eye for digital details are just a few of the things Sheridan brings to her role...

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Robert Angus Real Estate: A lasting legacy in Taranaki

Robert Angus Real Estate

We caught up with Angela Maindonald, one of the founding members of the latest Robert Angus Real Estate venture to delve into the history of Taranaki’s own boutique real estate agency and what the future holds

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Hana Klenner

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery / Len Lye Centre

My office days are split between the NPDC ‘Hub’ and the Gallery, when I’m at the Gallery I love being able to pop down to Monica’s for a coffee and meet friends at Public for lunch.

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Sam Ryan

TSB Showplace

We sit down and chat with the new kid on the block, Sam Ryan from the TSB Showplace. "I’m brand new to the role been and have only been back here since September, 2021. I’d been looking to move back to Taranaki for the past two years."

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Alice Tocher

Govett Quilliam

If you’re a regular around the West End Precinct you’re likely to recognise Alice Tocher, one of the Partners at local law firm Govett Quilliam. She’s often out and about meeting with clients and catching up with friends and family in the heart of the city. Powered by coffee, she juggles being a mum and working professional with ease.

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Rachael Whitaker

Robert Angus Real Estate

Whilst Rachael Whitaker was born in New Plymouth she has travelled the world extensively. Returning to New Plymouth just 8 years ago has meant the introduction into real estate at Robert Angus.

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Hannah Moselen

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery / Len Lye Centre

Hannah Moselen is a breath of fresh air. Often on front desk at the Govett Brewster Art gallery she is responsible for a number of activities including the general running of the day-to-day at the gallery. With an eye for fashion Hannah is normally dressed in something bright to match her personality.

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Joy Burbidge

Robert Angus Real Estate

Joy Burbidge grew up in New Plymouth and has great local knowledge. A keen runner and a passion for property means Joy is committed to matching people with homes. A Robert Angus Real Estate salesperson, Joy is based in the White Hart.

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Emily Bellringer

Strategy Collective, West End Precinct

It’s safe to say that if Emily were to be asked four years ago if she would live on a dairy farm, she might have laughed out loud.

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Brooklyn Lundy

King & Queen Hotel

Brooklyn Lundy is the Guest Experience Coordinator at King and Queen Hotel Suites. We caught up to find a little bit more about her and her role.

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Lynn Pearce

Public Catering Company

Lynn is Front of House Café Manager at Public Catering. Having worked at Public Catering for 6 years she is a familiar friendly face around the precinct.

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Andy Josephson

Ms White

"I basically get to scout the land of the long white cloud for interesting beers and ciders to try and get my hands on."

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Lara & Cohen

Frederic's, Meat and Liquor Steakhouse, Snug Lounge, Itch Wine Bar, and Ms White

Lara Toyne and Cohen Baird (husband and wife duo) are responsible for many of the local West End Precinct eateries. Frederic's, Meat and Liquor Steakhouse, Snug Lounge, Itch Wine Bar and Ms White. They know how to run successful businesses and create memorable dining experiences!

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Will Ockhuysen

Strategy Collective

Willem Ockhuysen is one of Strategy Collectives resident designers and is responsible for all the content generation for the West End Precinct. Will is from New Plymouth and after travelling the world settled back into New Plymouth to take on the role of creative designer at both Strategy Collective and the West End Precinct.

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Dan Fleming

King & Queen Hotel Suites

Daniel Fleming General Manager and Co-owner at King and Queen as well as Chair on the West End Precinct means he is a busy man. Always a welcoming smile and the ability to set anyone at ease he shares the vision for New Plymouth and is driven to continue to grow and develop New Plymouth.

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Adnan Belushi

Johnson Corner

West End Precinct catches up with the Chief Executive of Johnson Corner, Adnan Belushi, on the establishment of Johnson Corner, his plans to develop Johnson Corner into a great brand, and the future of the office.

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Angela Maindonald

Robert Angus Real Estate Ltd

Having a chat with Angela Maindonald is like finding a new friend. She makes you laugh and has a natural flair for storytelling. Obviously a peoples person its easy to see why a progression into Real Estate worked well for this busy go-getter. West End Precinct sits down and finds out a bit more.

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Hayato Iseri

Snug Lounge

Hayato Iseri is a long way from home. We caught up with him and had a chat to find out what bought this Chef from Osaka, Japan to our very own Snug Lounge.

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Charlie Laudic

Public Catering Company

Charlie Laudic from Public Catering “doesn’t do gluten-free”. Colleagues describe him as consistent, reliable, passionate, and… French. He has been the Head Baker at Public Catering since the beginning. We sat down for a chat to see if we could find out the secret ingredient to those donuts.

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Govett Quilliam: Specialist expertise with a full service approach

Govett Quilliam

Govett Quilliam are a full service law firm, with the exception of Criminal Law. Long established in Taranaki, the firm has more than 150 years experience. The team can assist with all legal needs – whether that’s a house purchase, company or trusts set up, or employment.

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Sharina Parsottam

TSB Showplace

Sharina Parsottam is marketing and communications advisor at TSB Showplace. She’s also an avid runner and enjoys watching people do their thing on stage. After sitting down for a chat, we get the feeling that this is the perfect role for her.

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Sofia Belova

Monica's Eatery

When you step into Monica’s Eatery you will no doubt be greeted personally by Sofia – she is hard to miss with her gorgeous bright hair, thick Russian accent, and warming smile often sporting a bright lipstick. Sofia joined Monica’s Eatery as Restaurant Manager and has recently celebrated her 1 year anniversary there. In her words she is now a real ‘West End Girl’.

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Alastair Ross

Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre

Alastair has always had a love of film and music and his boy-hood dream of running a cinema has come to fruition with his role as Cinema and AV Technician at the Govett-Brewster Art Gallery/Len Lye Centre. When he’s not running the cinema you may find Alastair at Vinyl Countdown or DJing on Most FM.

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Rachel Deegan

Frederic's

Rachel Deegan Co-Owner at Meat & Liquor and Frederic’s knows a thing or two about pouring a pint and drinking wine. West End Precinct sits down and talks how she got into the hospitality industry and why she loves it.

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Fiona Riddick

CMK

CMK is a homegrown business advisory that started off in Stratford more than 70 years ago. Fastforward to 2021 and the firm now have offices in New Plymouth, Stratford and Hawera with a 28 member strong team. Being a Taranaki business, supporting agricultural business has always been a big part of what they do. Nowadays they look after a balanced mix of clients from small sole traders to businesses with more than 100 employees.

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Robert Isbister

Meat & Liquor and Frederic's

Robert has been a familiar face around the precinct and Macfarlanes businesses taking up the coveted role of Head Chef at Meat and Liquor and Fredericks he lets us in on the secret to dining at home and what makes the best dish.

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Christy Oakenfull

Ozone Coffee Roasters

Christy Oakenfull is a familiar face within the West End Precinct. Bean Store Manager at Ozone Coffee Roasters she no doubt has made you a great coffee and if you’re a regular like me – will know how you take it.

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Nico Vogliotti

Ms White

West End Precinct sits down with Nicolo Vogliotti the Head Pizza Chef at Ms White, to talk favourite pizza topping, favourite beer and what led him to make the move to New Plymouth from Torino Italy.

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James Cunningham

King & Queen Hotel Suites

West End Precinct catches up with James Cunningham, one of the faces behind King & Queen Hotel Suites.

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Robert Angus

Robert Angus Real Estate Ltd

West End Precinct catches up with one of the leading real estate professionals, Robert Angus on pursuing your goals, the secret of his success, living in New Plymouth, and trying to find that elusive work-life balance.

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Amy Jarvis

Snug Lounge

If you have enjoyed a relaxed cocktail or tried the dumplings at Snug Lounge or even sat down in the courtyard you may have been served by our very own Amy Jarvis. A regular around the West End Precinct and Assistant Manager at Snug Lounge.

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