11 August 2026
Westpac Smarts – Bare Lake To Big Success
Last week, as part of our Westpac Smarts Series, we had the pleasure of hosting Emily Rutherford, Co-Owner and Managing Director of Kiwi Water Park, for an engaging fireside chat with our own Nigel Finnerty. Emily was friendly, energetic and incredibly knowledgeable, openly sharing the highs, challenges and lessons that have come with building one of New Zealand’s most recognised visitor attractions. From navigating growth, risk and compliance to creating an incredible social media presence, Emily shared plenty of practical advice and real-world experiences. Her go-getter attitude and passion for business made for an informative and inspiring session, with plenty of valuable takeaways for our Southland business community.
Thanks again to Westpac for sponsoring this series and Emily for traveling to Southland to inspire.
