Feilding Business Initiative

22/06/2026

HAVE YOUR SAY

Mayor Michael Ford spoke to the group this morning about a decision that will affect the people of the Manawatu: Should Local Decisions Stay Local?

The future of local government in New Zealand is being discussed right now. Are you part of the conversation?

Councils are being instructed by Central Government to work together on what the future of local government could look like. This could mean councils joining together and operating as one larger Council.

🚨 Don't sit this one out
It’s important Council hears from as many people in our community as possible to help understand what direction we should take.

You have until the 30th of June to have your say. You can do this online here: https://makeyourmark.manawatudc.govt.nz/localgovernmentreform

16/06/2026

Freshly returned from the Fieldays, local founder/owner of Farmers Weekly NZ, Dean Williamson, provided first-hand insight this morning into the current state of New Zealand's rural sector and shared why there is genuine optimism emerging across one of our countries most important industries!

For the latest New Zealand farming news, market and agribusiness insight, including dairy, beef and ag-tech trends, visit them online here: https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/

09/06/2026

Sustainable architecture: not exactly the stuff of steamy headlines… but maybe it should be.

We’re living in a “want it yesterday” world—fast builds, tight budgets, quick wins.

But sustainability isn’t a box you tick or a couple of solar panels you bolt on at the end. It’s a mindset shift. A slow-down, “let’s actually think this through” moment.

Lately, one word keeps popping up: considered. And in our world, that means making smart, deliberate choices at every step—design, materials, construction, and how a building performs long after the ribbon-cutting. It’s weighing short-term cost against long-term value, durability, and impact.

Because real sustainability? It’s simple (not easy): do it once, do it properly, and build it to last.

Want to know more about building sustainably? Chat to Design Builders ( Manawatu ) Ltd 🔨

08/06/2026

Local business owners, this one's for you!

Are you a local business owner? Have your say on the future of business in Manawatū.

We want to hear directly from local businesses about how things are really going – what’s working, what’s challenging, and where the biggest opportunities lie.

Take 10 minutes to complete the Manawatū Annual Business Sentiment Survey and help shape the priorities that impact your business.

Your insights will:
- Help identify key challenges and opportunities across the region
- Inform advocacy with local and central government
- Support initiatives that enable businesses to grow and thrive

This survey is run in partnership between CEDA and the Manawatū Business Chamber, with responses collected anonymously by an independent provider.

Link here: https://ap1se.voxco.com/S2/21/ceda_survey/

03/06/2026

A fantastic result for Homely Property Management last month!

🎉 A huge Homely welcome!

Last month we onboarded 8 new managements and 31 new tenancies — and we couldn’t be more thrilled to see our Homely family continuing to grow. 🏡✨

We’re grateful for every one of you who’s joined us, and we can’t wait to see what June brings!

Thinking about renting out your property?
Contact us today for a FREE rental appraisal — 24-hour turnaround!

https://homely.nz/free-rental-appraisal/

📞0800 466 376
📩[email protected]

01/06/2026

Dr Ellen Joan Ford presented an inspiring and thought-provoking presentation to our group this morning and shared her thoughts on authentic leadership and what that looks like in an AI world.

She has an upcoming workshop THIS THURSDAY titled 'Authentic Leadership: Leading Humans in an AI World'. As AI continues to reshape the way we work and lead, this workshop promises valuable insights into maintaining authentic, human-centred leadership in a rapidly changing environment.

If you would like to attend this workshop, more information can be found here:
https://www.facebook.com/CEDA.nz/photos/leadership-is-changing-fast-and-the-organisations-that-thrive-will-be-the-ones-t/1372852291558114/

This workshop is registered with the Regional Business Partner Programme and your business may be eligible for co-funding. Book a free 30-minute one-on-one session with a CEDA Business Growth Advisor to see if this workshop can help support your business: https://ceda.nz/our-business-support/business-enquiry-form

29/05/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

28/05/2026

Our own Sandra Phippen (www.sandraphippen.co.nz) has been working closely with Jarred and Bronwyn on their business, so it's fantastic to see hard work paying off by winning the Horizons Ballance Farm Environment Award 2026! Congratulations to all 🎉

Read the article here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BH6FLUoGz/

21/05/2026

Check out what's on this weekend in our region!