Covid-19 reset: Bay of Plenty businesses adapt and bounce back
19 Dec, 2020 06:00 PM
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Demand from people looking to buy businesses in the Bay is outstripping supply as economic confidence in the region bounces back post-Covid-19. Experts say owners were in recovery mode - there had been fewer insolvencies - and some businesses had reported they were busier than the same time last year and needed more staff.
They say the Government s support package, including wage subsidies, and strong consumer spending in the region have no doubt played a part in the bounceback.
The biggest challenge for business owners now was a shortage of stock heading into the festive season and the New Year.
Christmas functions: Catering companies busier than ever as last-minute bookings roll in
12 Dec, 2020 08:00 PM
7 minutes to read
Stolen Bike Catering has had its busiest year ever catering for Christmas functions. Pictured: Owner Ryan Gregorash. Photo / Andrew Warner
Stolen Bike Catering has had its busiest year ever catering for Christmas functions. Pictured: Owner Ryan Gregorash. Photo / Andrew Warner
Some Bay of Plenty catering companies are busier than ever, and employees are clocking up 16-hour days to keep up with demand, as businesses host Christmas parties and other activities. Bookings are also rolling in at local bars and restaurants, some of which are struggling to find staff to work the busy period.
Christmas functions: Catering companies busier than ever as last-minute bookings roll in
12 Dec, 2020 08:00 PM
7 minutes to read
Stolen Bike Catering has had its busiest year ever catering for Christmas functions. Pictured: Owner Ryan Gregorash. Photo / Andrew Warner
Stolen Bike Catering has had its busiest year ever catering for Christmas functions. Pictured: Owner Ryan Gregorash. Photo / Andrew Warner
Some Bay of Plenty catering companies are busier than ever, and employees are clocking up 16-hour days to keep up with demand, as businesses host Christmas parties and other activities. Bookings are also rolling in at local bars and restaurants, some of which are struggling to find staff to work the busy period.