New owners thrilled to join New World Nelson.
Mike and Kirsten Deuchrass were thrilled to call Nelson their new home and have been embracing their new life as the new owner-operators of New World Nelson.
The pair, who have moved from New World Gore, look forward to bringing their community-focused approach to their new venture.
"We're incredibly grateful for the relationships we built in Gore and are excited to forge new ones here in Nelson," said Mike Deuchrass.
He had spent much of his time after school and during the holidays working at New World Wanaka as a teenager. However, it was an opportunity to work at Pak’n’Save Wainoni in Christchurch, creating a desire to own and operate his own grocery business.
“New World Nelson is physically similar to Gore, but there is a much larger customer base. Supermarkets fundamentally work the same, but each one has intricacies to figure out, and while there’s lots to learn - we’re looking forward to it.”
When asked about their plans, the couple was excited about exploring the region's natural beauty.
"We've always loved the outdoors. Nelson offers so much, from beaches and rivers to mountains, and we can’t wait to explore it all with our kids.”
The couple is also committed to giving back to their community. Mike Deuchrass has a history of volunteering with the local fire department and is keen to continue that involvement in Tasman.
"We're here for the long haul. We're excited to get involved and build strong connections with the locals."
Kirsten Deuchrass added they had loved their time in Southland but were ready for a new challenge.
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