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Head for business . . . Lisa McWhirter, who grew up near Oamaru, started her
own successful accessories business Antler NZ in 2015. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
Lisa McWhirter is a former Oamaru woman who started her own small business, Antler NZ, in 2015, designing affordable accessories. She is now based in Lake Hawea, and her brand is sold by more than 100 stockists nationwide. She talks to Ashley Smyth about her business and life.
Q What are your ties to Oamaru?
I was born and bred in the countryside of Oamaru. We are lucky to have had such a great upbringing with lifelong family friends and so many memories. I have a really close family and a lot of good friends in Oamaru. I love coming home.