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JSR Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Proud to Sponsor the Frankton McDonald’s Colour Run

At JSR Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, we have always believed that a business is only as strong as the community that supports it. Our success is not just measured by technical excellence or quality workmanship. It is also about social responsibility, connection, and giving back to the people and organisations that make our region what it is. “I have always believed that a business is only as strong as the community that supports it. For us at JSR, success is not just about technical excellence. It is about social responsibility and giving back,” says Jujhar Randhawa, CEO of JSR Refrigeration & Air Conditioning. That is why JSR is incredibly proud to sponsor the upcoming Frankton McDonald’s Colour Run and Walk, taking place at Hamilton Lake. This vibrant community event brings people together through music, movement, and colour, while supporting a cause that makes a real difference close to home. The Frankton McDonald’s Colour Run raises vital funds for Ronald McDonald House Charities, an organisation that provides accommodation, support, and care for families with seriously ill or injured children. During some of life’s most challenging moments, Ronald McDonald House offers families a place to stay together, close to the medical care their children need. Supporting this charity aligns strongly with JSR’s values and our commitment to community wellbeing. Events like the Colour Run are about more than fundraising. They create opportunities for people of all ages to come together, enjoy the outdoors, and celebrate community spirit. Hosting the event at Hamilton Lake adds to the sense of connection, turning a familiar local space into a hub of energy, colour, and shared purpose. JSR is proud to stand alongside local businesses, families, and volunteers who are helping make this event possible. Being involved in initiatives that promote health, inclusion, and community support is an important part of who we are as a business. If you are in the Waikato on Sunday, 15 February, we would love to see you at Innes Common. Come along, get colourful, and support an incredible cause. Together, with Ronald McDonald House Charities and the wider community, JSR is proud to help make a positive impact where it matters most. Contact JSR Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Today! 0800 JSR RAC Contact MediaPA 027 458 7724 phillip@mediapa.co.nz

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Powered by Our Community: Thank You to the Sponsors Behind the Frankton McDonald’s Colour Run/Walk

With event day fast approaching, excitement is building for the Frankton McDonald’s Colour Run/Walk, made possible by the generous support of local and national sponsors and partners who have come together to back this community fundraiser. Set to light up Innes Common at Hamilton Lake on Sunday 15 February 2026, the event will run from 10am to 2pm, with gates opening at 9am for early check-in, filling the lakefront with colour, music and connection. This 4km run and walk is designed for all ages and abilities, bringing families, friends and workplaces together in support of Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). Every step taken and every ticket sold helps support families when they need it most. Full event details, tickets and donations are available at www.HamiltonColourRun.co.nz. The Businesses Making This Event Possible Community events don’t happen on goodwill alone, and this one is no exception. We’re incredibly grateful to the businesses who have stepped up to support this kaupapa. At the forefront is Platinum Sponsor McDonald’s Restaurants Limited, whose long-standing commitment to family wellbeing and community connection underpins the heart of this event. Our Gold level Sponsors – JP & Associates, After, Omega Finance, Aman Bali & Co, The Bottle-O Te Rapa and No.1 Motels – have played a vital role in bringing the Colour Run/Walk to life. We also acknowledge Blackfox Creative for providing creative direction across the event’s marketing and website. Colour, Energy and Interaction on the Course Participants can expect plenty of action along the route thanks to our Colour Station Sponsors, who will be out there creating memorable moments: We also thank our Silver Sponsors – BNZ, Lorna Jane, Glenview School and Parry Group of Restaurants – for backing this community fundraiser. Supporting the Event from the Ground Up A number of partners are working behind the scenes to ensure everything runs safely and smoothly on the day. Our thanks go to: We also acknowledge MediaPA for their role in helping share the story of this event across the wider community. Join Us and Be Part of the Colour As the countdown continues, now is the time to get involved. Whether you’re running, walking, volunteering or donating, your support makes a real difference for RMHC and the families they care for. The Frankton McDonald’s Colour Run/Walk is a celebration of what can happen when a community comes together. To every sponsor, partner, supporter and participant, thank you for helping make Hamilton Lake shine. 👉 Tickets & donations: www.HamiltonColourRun.co.nz FRANKTON McDONALD’S COLOUR RUN / WALK📍 Innes Common, Hamilton Lake🗓 Sunday 15 February 2026⏰ 10am–2pm (gates open 9am) Live music, face painting, photo booth fun, giant bubbles, splashes of colour and water, coffee, food trucks, kids’ activities, and emergency services displays will all be part of the day.

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NZ Business Connect Partners with Graeme Dingle Foundation to Empower Tauranga Youth

NZ Business Connect has announced a new partnership with the Tauranga-based Graeme Dingle Foundation Western Bay of Plenty. The new partnership demonstrated the philosophy of NZ Business Connect to social giving and encouraging its members to give back to the community. “We are excited about our collaboration with the Graeme Dingle Foundation and it aligns with NZ Business Connect’s ethos to create meaningful contributions that support local initiatives and, in this case, foster youth development,” said NZ Business Connect CEO Phillip Quay. “Social giving is at the heart of NZ Business Connect, with the organisation committed to making a real difference by supporting causes that resonate with its values,” Quay said. “The Graeme Dingle Foundation does a lot of incredible work in Tauranga. At NZ Business Connect, we believe in the power of community-driven impact, and this partnership enables us to contribute to the development of young people in the region,” he said. The Graeme Dingle Foundation is renowned for its programmes aimed at empowering young New Zealanders to face life’s challenges. On the 5th of September, NZ Business Connect attended the prize giving for Otumoetai students graduating from the Graeme Dingle Foundation’s Project K, which teaches resilience and self-worth. The inspiring event showcased the students’ achievements, including a 17 day Wilderness Adventure and a community service project where they cleaned a local primary school pool, highlighting the positive impact of their hard work. Dan Allen-Gordon, representative of the Graeme Dingle Foundation, shared his thoughts on the partnership:“What better way to nurture our future leaders, than for the leaders of the NZ Business Connect members to help with mentorships, connections, events like facing our fears through Drop for Youth and helping to fund critical programmes that help rangatahi overcome the challenges in todays world. I look forward to a long and life changing relationship for youth through NZ Business Connect.” A particularly exciting event on the horizon is Tauranga Regional Manager Ricki Cotter’s upcoming Drop for Youth WBOP 2024, scheduled for November 24th at 3 pm. Ricki, both nervous and excited, sees this as an incredible opportunity to show his support for the work of the Graeme Dingle Foundation. To support Ricki’s jump and contribute to this worthy cause, please click here. NZ Business Connect looks forward to deepening its engagement with the Graeme Dingle Foundation and helping to create more opportunities for Tauranga’s young people. This partnership is another step towards fostering a culture of giving and empowering future generations to thrive. Contact NZ Business Connect 027 458 7724 phillip@nzbusinessconnect.co.nz www.nzbusinessconnect.co.nz

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