Go Carterton

17/06/2026

Plot twist. 👀

We have a small change to our speaker lineup to share — and we promise, you're going to want to hear who's joining us.

Due to a last minute flight changes, Melissa Clark-Reynolds won't be able to make it to Carterton on 2 July. We'll miss her — but if there's one thing this Summit is all about, it's creating your future. And sometimes that means embracing the unexpected.

So allow us to introduce someone we are genuinely thrilled to welcome to the stage. 👇
Meet Nicole Retter — the visionary entrepreneur behind PAM (Personal Admin Manager), a groundbreaking app revolutionising the lives of working parents.

Nicole identified a gap that so many of us know all too well — the invisible load of juggling work, family, and home life. The endless to-do lists. The mental juggling act. The feeling that someone needs to hold it all together.

Her answer? PAM. An app designed to streamline and share the responsibilities of being a working parent — so you can spend less time managing life and more time living it.

Real challenge. Real solution. Real impact. Nicole's story is exactly what Create Your Future is all about — and we cannot wait for you to hear it. 🙌

⚡ Standard tickets are now on sale at $195 + GST — and they are almost gone. Don't miss out!

🎟 $195 + GST
📅 Thursday 2 July | Wairarapa Events Centre, Carterton

👉 https://events.humanitix.com/business-wairarapa-summit-powered-by-spark-business-hub

13/06/2026

Amalgamation information update:

We have now received the benchmarking report we jointly commissioned with Masterton District Council and South Wairarapa District Council. It’s a preliminary assessment of whether we could operate together as a single unitary authority.

View this directly here: https://shorturl.at/2oe0G

We’re sharing it with you now, ahead of our public meeting schedule, so you have time to have a look through the information we have to hand.

🟡 From Monday 15 June, we’ll open our survey so you can share your views.

🟡 On Monday 22 June, we’ll hold our first community information session at 6.30pm at Wairarapa Events Centre

🟡 On Tuesday 23 June, we'll hold a second community information session from 6.30pm at Gladstone Inn.

🟡 From Monday 22 to Wednesday 24 June, we’ll have an information display at the Wairarapa Events Centre, with staff available to help you explore information, complete the survey, and answer questions.

🟡 On Wednesday 24 June we'll host a drop-in session with Councillors and staff
in our Wairarapa Events Centre foyer, from 10.30am to 12.30pm.

This report has been completed in a short timeframe using mostly publicly available data, with limited input from other councils. The authors are clear that there are limitations to the analysis, and that it is an early assessment rather than a full business case.

We expect more information will come to hand over time, and we’ll continue to share updates as we learn more.

It’s important to note that while councils may form a preferred option, whether that’s a Wairarapa unitary council or joining a wider Wellington structure, the final decision will sit with the Government.

We look forward to seeing you at our information sessions and hearing your views.

Full information and link to the benchmarking report is available at www.cdc.govt.nz/amalgamation

12/06/2026

What a great way to wrap up the week! ☕

We had a fantastic turnout for our informal Business Connect catch up at Aunt Ginger’s this morning, with plenty of great conversations, fresh ideas and new connections made.

Business Connect is one of the many benefits of being a Go Carterton member, and we’d love to see you at our next session.

Carterton Courthouse
Friday 24th July
9am

Next month, we’ll be exploring how AI tools can support and streamline your business.
Whether you’re already using AI or just curious about where to start, come along and join the conversation.

See you there!

10/06/2026

09/06/2026

What’s in a (new) logo?
Quite a lot, as it turns out.

The new Go Carterton logo is a simple but bold reflection of connection, movement, and local pride – something that represents both who we are and where we’re heading as a business community.

The flowing “Go” is drawn as one continuous shape, symbolising how our businesses are connected and
stronger when we work together.
It’s a small detail, but one that speaks to the heart of what Go Carterton is about.

The logo is also part of a bigger shift.
We haven’t always been great at explaining what Go Carterton is here to do.
Over the past year, we’ve taken a step back to better define our purpose, how we support our members and contribute to a thriving, vibrant Carterton.

That’s meant focusing on being more visible, more relevant, and more useful, supporting local businesses in practical ways, while helping build a connected town centre.

The forward-leaning “Go” reflects that momentum – a group that’s learning, adapting, and moving ahead together, with pride in our town and confidence in what’s next.

08/06/2026

Keen to attend our next ?

Be sure to register via the link below if so!

https://share.hsforms.com/1TA48H0smSzWiTM4bIrvQxwcp5vk

Hosted by Harcourts, Hamill Realty Ltd next Tuesday 16 June with sponsorship from realestate.co.nz, this is a relaxed opportunity to connect with local businesses and organisations, enjoy a drink and some nibbles, and see firsthand what Prue and the amazing team at Harcourts have been building in their new Queen Street office.

Whether you’re looking to grow your network, spark new collaborations, or simply unwind with great company, this is another Business After 5 you won't want to miss...

08/06/2026

04/06/2026

9:00-10:00 AM

Join us for a relaxed morning of conversation, connection and community at Aunt Ginger’s in Carterton.

Business Connect is a casual networking series for local business owners, creatives and community members to catch up, share ideas and talk openly about the opportunities and challenges facing local businesses. Each session includes a different discussion theme while keeping the atmosphere informal and welcoming.

Whether you’re running a business, starting a project or simply interested in connecting with others in the Carterton business community, everyone is welcome.

Grab a coffee, meet other local business owners and be part of the conversation.

Presented by Go Carterton.

Join local business owners and community members for a casual morning of networking, conversation and connection at Aunt Ginger’s in Carterton.