30/05/2026
🌺 “ Iron sharpens iron” - Proverbs 27:17
My strength is not as an individual, but as a collective.
It really does take a village to build and uplift our Pasifika business community - not only here in Kirikiriroa, but across Aotearoa.
Thank you for dropping in CE Laura Keil-Hall of The Pacific Business Hub & CE Jackie Curry of Inailau Pacific Business Women's Network .
The rich talanoa, shared insights, and genuine connections are what continue to strengthen this work and our people.
Fa’afetai tele lava ❤️
Recently, while travelling to Kirikiriroa Hamilton, our CE had the opportunity to visit Fautasi Pacific Retail and Freight and meet with Theresa Alaimoana and her family.
It was great to learn more about her journey and the work they are doing to support Pacific communities through both their retail business and Wellthwise Pasifika Ltd, which focuses on culturally grounded pathways towards homeownership, business growth, and long-term financial wellbeing for Pacific families.
As part of our talanoa, we were pleased to connect Theresa with Mandy Siitia-Momoisea from Pacific Settlement Support Services, helping strengthen support and guidance available for newcomer Pacific families settling in Kirikiriroa.
These conversations are a reminder of the many Pacific leaders and businesses quietly making a difference in their communities every day.
Fa’afetai tele lava Theresa for your hospitality, generosity, and willingness to share your story with us. We appreciated the opportunity to connect and look forward to staying in touch.
A special thank you also to Afamasaga Jackie Curry and the Inailau Pacific Business Women's Network for the introduction and connection.