TIMG’s BackOnline Invaluable During Lockdown

June 6, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

(PR.co.nz) TIMG’s BackOnline solution, offering data back-up and full disaster recovery has proven a valuable asset for New Zealand businesses who were forced to transition quickly to 100% remote work during NZ’s recent COVID-19 Level 4 lockdown. Those businesses who already tap into BackOnline are enjoying advanced technology that enables them to breathe a sigh of relief and maintain business continuity with no hassles in the face of adversity.

On the other hand, businesses who continue to carry out a manual backup tape storage process would likely have needed to have staff physically access on-premise servers during lockdown to ensure data backups continued as normal. This would have proved impossible for those businesses who were not deemed to be essential services and were not allowed to have employees access their business premises.

And what about those businesses who had data failures during the lockdown period and needed to restore their manual backups held on-premise? As per the prior scenario, this would have been impossible during Level 4 and would have left some businesses not being able to operate at all.

Businesses that invested in BackOnline benefited from the solution’s replication, encryption, and high-level data security, and were also safe from the insecurity that sharing data over home networks brings.

BackOnline is a scalable cloud storage solution, available through TIMG, that delivers full disaster recovery and cloud backup for SME’S and large businesses through to individuals. Clients can restore entire servers and recover crucial business files in a matter of minutes, thanks to TIMG’s secure offsite data storage, with data centres based in New Zealand and back-ups stored at clients’ locations on Network Attached Storage devices (NAS). Secure off-site storage ensures your data remains safe should your office be at risk from disasters such as fires, flood, pandemic or employee theft.

Delivering innovative information management solutions to New Zealand businesses for over 30 years, TIMG has become one of the most trusted names in the business. With their offsite records storage, secure document destruction, and vault-based media storage solutions, TIMG is improving business security and efficiency, adding value to their clients’ workflow by improving critical business functions.

To learn more about TIMG’s valuable BackOnline solution, click here: https://timg.co.nz/product/backonline-cloud-storage-disaster-recovery/

Media Release 6 June 2020.

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Increase in Mental Health Support for Asian Community

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June 6, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

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Asian Family Services has received funding from the Ministry of Health to boost exsiting mental health support for Asians living in New Zealand experiencing distress due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Kelly Feng, National Director Asian Family Services, says COVID-19 is having a significant impact on people’s lives and causing many Asians living in New Zealand to feel anxious, distressed, and confused.
“The Ministry of Health has recognised this need and is funding our service to provide additional support including extending our Asian Helpline hours along with our online and face-to-face counselling support in different languages,” she says.
Kelly Feng says the most important message they want Asian people to understand is that they are not alone and support is available free of charge and completely confidential.
“We encourage people to reach out to services for support and not to isolate themselves if they experience any mental health and addiction issues,” she says.
“We have professionally trained and experienced counsellors who can speak several languages and will provide emotional support to anyone who needs it during this difficult and unsettling time.”
Asian Family Services is developing a suite of resources to support wellbeing and help people who are currently struggling with their mental health, by providing simple, tangible actions anyone can do.
Asian Family Services is a nationwide mental health and addiction service that provides free and confidential support including the Asian Helpline in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Vietnamese, Japanese, Thai and Hindi.

Ph 0800 862 342 from 9am to 8pm, Monday to Friday. For further information visit www.asianfamilyservices.nz, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, WeChat, where resources are shared daily in different languages.

Media Release 6 June 2020.

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Urban Care, an Auckland-based social worker app referral platform, disrupts the household market

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May 25, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

Auckland-based cleaning app referral platform and Kiwi-owned Urban Care company disrupts the household industry by offering a smart and easy-to-use platform that connects people looking for household services with trusted and reliable social worker experts, babysitter, home cleaners.

Their newly redesigned website and mobile application are easy to use. Users and customers can now schedule a social worker within a couple of minutes.

In light of unprecedented events, Urban Care’s business development team has been recently and ceaselessly studying the market as more and more people are going back to work and in need of a cleaner at home to do regular and hourly cleaning.

Aside from that, since schools are still closed and classes are put on hold, more workers going back to work are looking for nannies to watch over their homes and children.

Currently, they offer their services in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch areas.

“Previously, we’ve been working with families so they can have their leisure time. Now, we are working with families to help them regain their lost income and opportunities. We are addressing their household needs so they can look for jobs or go back to work.”

According to their Director Rahul Bhandari, the company was founded in hopes to bring customers closer to professional and trustworthy support workers, babysitter, and cleaners in New Zealand. According to the Director, they are putting the world in a more comfort zone through innovation – their platform. Booking a pro can be done within 60 seconds.

Urban Care initially provided a “book a pro” service for home cleaning. It has expanded well beyond cleaning, to provide Kiwis with the choice of more service options. “We want to be the number one place Kiwis turn to for help in and around their homes as well as their families,” Mr. Bhandari said.

Media Release on 25 May 2020

Media Contact
Hyzent, Urban Care
Email: marketing@urbancare.co.nz
Phone: 092420740
Website: https://urbancare.co.nz/

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Markezing.com becomes a Platinum Hubspot Solutions Partner

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May 25, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand: Today, Markezing announced that it has become a platinum partner of HubSpot’s Solutions Partner Program. HubSpot, a leading growth platform, works hand-in-hand with partner experts to grow their businesses through inbound software, services, and support.

The Solutions Partner Program is an ecosystem of experts that offer marketing, sales, customer service, web design, CRM, and IT services. It is a global community that believes putting customers first is the key to growth and enables its members to offer a wide range of more sophisticated solutions across the entire customer experience.

Markezing was born out of an accounting practice that was dealing with manual client onboarding, a disconnected internal process, and a disengaged client experience. Upon introducing Hubspot and its platform of streamlined solutions, the practice instantly noticed efficiency gains, increased billable hours, and an improved digital presence through focused marketing initiatives. Markezing’s mantra now is to share their learnings and best practices exclusively with their fellow accounting industry professionals and clients. Over the past year, Markezing has grown its business by incorporating inbound strategies to attract, engage, and delight customers. More recently, they have used our knowledge and communication networks to good effect to keep their clients updated by way of a stream of information covering the Covid-19 pandemic and the associated social, financial, and legislative changes.

Notable milestones and achievements include:
● Within 12 months, achieved Platinum partner status with Hubspot.
● Transformed a clients’ brand presence resulting in an award nomination in the marketing category with a popular industry body.
● Tripled client growth globally within 12 months
● Helped clients save 30% on the time spent servicing their clients through using automation and workflows
● Creating 4x more leads for their clients

About Markezing – Specialists in inbound marketing and CRM for Accountants
You might wonder what makes Markezing inbound marketing and CRM specialists for accountants, rather than any other industry. They are exclusive among Hubspot growth agencies in that they only work with accountants.

It is because they are accountants. Accountants who have been successfully utilising inbound marketing and CRM to grow their own accounting practice for more than a decade. Now they want to share their knowledge and skills with fellow accounting industry professionals, so they can apply them to their own accounting practices and through this, identify opportunities for growth.

About HubSpot
HubSpot is a leading growth platform. Since 2006, HubSpot has been on a mission to make the world more inbound. Today, over 68,800 total customers in more than 100 countries use HubSpot’s award-winning software, services, and support to transform the way they attract, engage, and delight customers. Comprised of Marketing Hub, Sales Hub, Service Hub, and a powerful free CRM, HubSpot gives companies the tools they need to Grow Better.

HubSpot has been named a top place to work by Glassdoor, Fortune, The Boston Globe, and The Boston Business Journal. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, MA with offices in Dublin, Ireland; Singapore; Sydney, Australia; Tokyo, Japan; Berlin, Germany; Bogotá, Colombia; Portsmouth, NH; and Paris, France.
Learn more at www.hubspot.com.

Media Release on 25 May 2020

Media Contact
Brad Golchin, Markezing Ltd
Email: admin@markezing.com
Phone: 09 888-0411
Website: https://www.markezing.com

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The Property Group Limited (TPG) Dedicated to Getting NZ Infrastructure Back on Track

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May 21, 2020

Source: Press Release Service

As New Zealand moved into Alert Level 2 on Wednesday 13 May, many businesses reopened their doors and resumed operations. The Property Group Limited (TPG) was one of them, and they are excited to do their part as a fundamental New Zealand business.

TPG’s National Commercial Manager Sam Cottier says TPG’s full range of property services could help many businesses kickstart their operations, which can be precisely what the country needs to put its economy back on track.

“Our team across the country are gearing up to help with development management, property advisory, RMA planning, housing and community projects and more.

“Now, more than ever, it’s important to pick up where we left off and invest our efforts in the future of our country. More often than not, that begins with infrastructure.”

TPG is proud to have previously been involved in the North Canterbury Transport Infrastructure Recovery alliance (NCTIR) project, working as their preferred property advisor to assist with the Kaikōura earthquake recovery. This gave TPG experience working in a crisis recovery situation, a lot of which has been able to guide their approach to the post-lockdown recovery period.

“We are always ready to assist our clients to plan for the ‘what ifs?’ and to make better property decisions after downturns and events not widely foreseen.” – Says TPG’s Managing Director Wayne Crowley.

If you would like to know more about TPG or their services, visit propertygroup.co.nz, use the contact form, phone 04 470 6105, or email enquiries@propertygroup.co.nz.

About The Property Group
The Property Group Limited (TPG) is New Zealand’s largest independent specialist property consultancy, with 13 offices nationwide. They are proud to offer end-to-end property, planning and development advice to enable clients to make decisions that add value to their business. From the north to the south, TPG has a variety of experts who are dedicated to providing the full property package.

Media Release on 21 May 2020

Media Contact
The Property Group Limited (TPG)
Email: enquiries@propertygroup.co.nz
Phone: 04 470 6105
Website: https://www.propertygroup.co.nz/
Video: https://youtu.be/yPVct5vZoAE

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Back to school! Webinar series assisting teachers, school leaders and students returning to classroom learning

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May 21, 2020

Source: Press Release Service

Online learning tech providers Education Perfect (EP) https://epforlearning.com/ and education insights firm, Pivot Professional Learning https://www.pivotpl.com/, are proud to present a series of webinars as part of an effort to help guide our educators through the coming transition back to the classroom.

These interactive sessions will feature discussions about strategies for school leaders and teachers to take back to their classrooms. Each session will include useful tips from leading experts in engagement through content, supporting wellbeing, collecting feedback, and peer collaboration.

Educators who attend these sessions will take with them practical measures to bring into the classroom environment to help students flourish.

Amanda Bickerstaff, Pivot PL CEO highlights the urgency of the Education Redefined webinar series, “it is more important now than ever that we provide our educators with strategies that matter to ease their transition back into the classroom.”

“Based on the results of our State of Education research, wellbeing, and meeting student instructional needs should be at the forefront of the conversation. So in this series, we are bringing together experts across the region to provide real guidance for school leaders and teachers in this time of transition.

CEO of EP, Alex Burke said that it was important the nation’s teachers were as well equipped as possible after such an unprecedented and sudden interruption to their classroom schedules.

“We all value teachers and the vitally important work they do,” he said.

“Education is one of the pillars of our community, and we know that the webinars will provide teachers with assistance and guidance when heading back into the classroom, or as they continue their vital work with students through online learning.”

To register, click on the session titles below.

Student Wellbeing (https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=reg20.jsp&referrer=&eventid=2349678&sessionid=1&key=484D4C114579256A2084D762EC18480C&regTag=&sourcepage=register)

Wednesday 20th May, 6:30pm AEST
Student wellbeing is a top concern of educators. Hear from wellbeing experts about how to best support students as they move back into the classroom. Joined by special guest Helen Prior and Simon Mann, Education Consultant.

Teacher Wellbeing – https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=reg20.jsp&referrer=http%3A%2F%2Fhs-sites.com%2F&eventid=2349799&sessionid=1&key=F5BD3F5F90882C8EB610AD2CBA65CE1A&regTag=&sourcepage=register

Thursday 21st May, 6:30pm AEST
We need to come together and support our educators. Our experts come together to discuss self and team care. Joined by special guest Dr. Pete Stebbins, Leadership & Team Development expert with over 20 years’ experience, helping 1657 education leaders across the last 4 years.

Online Pedagogies – https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=reg20.jsp&referrer=&eventid=2355410&sessionid=1&key=8CD747FB50529B3E0E370DCFF0529D1D&regTag=&sourcepage=register

Wednesday 27th May, 6:30pm AEST
Digital technologies have the potential to reshape the learning process, but only if teachers are supported to truly understand how they can fit into effective pedagogy. Explore how to meaningfully harness technology to improve student outcomes, by looking at differentiation, flipping the classroom, and blended learning.

Student Feedback – https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=reg20.jsp&referrer=&eventid=2355413&sessionid=1&key=0787D37103A518E510D6A417B5CAAFB4&regTag=&sourcepage=register

Wednesday 3rd June, 6:30pm AEST
Research shows that we need to prioritise student feedback. Interactive and instant feedback and monitoring during class learning and teaching are missing online. Discover practical ways educators can gather student feedback to inform the next steps and their professional development.

The Student Voice – https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=reg20.jsp&referrer=&eventid=2355419&sessionid=1&key=035002EC8288075AA7E4C39B786F694E&regTag=&sourcepage=register

Wednesday 10th June, 6:30pm AEST
We need to listen to what students are telling us. Through this student-led session, we are giving students the opportunity to contribute to the conversation on the transforming nature of education. What do they need? What works for them? And what doesn’t?

About EP: As a leading EdTech platform, EP has been able to use their primary technology to support the engagement of students in online learning, provide effective assessment during the learning online process; while also supporting the collection and analysis of student feedback. http://epforlearning.com/

About Pivot: Pivot Professional Learning (Pivot) is an educational insights company dedicated to enhancing teaching effectiveness by harnessing the power of the student’s voice as a driver of evidence-based improvement. Pivot’s tools and systems are supported by international research and data from over 65,000 Australian classrooms. https://www.pivotpl.com

More info or media enquiries:

Annie de Merindol
The Big Smoke Australia
annie.demerindol@thebigsmoke.com.au
+61 414 757 390
Aisha Hillary-Morgan

aisha.hillarymorgan@educationperfect.com
+61 4415 166 673
Hannah Micich
Pivot
hannah@pivotpl.com

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Property Consultancy Company Announces Operational Procedures for Alert Level 2

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May 20, 2020

Source: Press Release Service

Throughout each of New Zealand’s COVID-19 Alert Levels, The Property Group Limited (TPG) has been dedicated to providing both a high-quality and safe service for all its clients and team members. The move to Alert Level 2 is no different.

From Monday 18 May, TPG opened its offices to resume a new level of normal under the latest alert level. This move means that TPG’s team will be able to engage with suppliers, complete site visits and work from offices where possible and safe to do so.

To align with the government’s health and safety requirements, TPG has several strict measures in place to protect both employees and clients. These include keeping a daily record of visitors to TPG’s offices and work sites, practicing good hygiene practices and maintaining physical distancing.

TPG’s Managing Director Wayne Crowley says the TPG team can’t wait to help New Zealand reopen its economy – but safely.

“TPG’s Business Continuity Plan (BCP) was reviewed and updated to comply with strict health and safety controls in accordance with the Alert Level 2 guidelines. The health and safety of our team and clients continue to be our top priority.”

While Alert Level 2 has enabled TPG to reopen its doors, the company’s advanced technology meant they were also able to operate remotely and provide services during Alert Levels 3 and 4 too.

“Our teams have IT equipment to enable them to work remotely, access our systems, and continue to have project calls and meetings online. TPG was otherwise business as usual, and we continue to provide services to our clients and work through these uncertain times.”

“Throughout all Alert Levels, our team can help with end-to-end property, planning and development advice so our clients can make decisions that add value to their business.”

If you would like to know more about TPG or their services, visit propertygroup.co.nz, use the contact form, phone 04 470 6105, or email enquiries@propertygroup.co.nz.

About The Property Group Limited
The Property Group Limited (TPG) is New Zealand’s largest independent specialist property consultancy, with 13 offices nationwide. They are proud to offer end-to-end property, planning, and development advice to enable clients to make decisions that add value to their business. From the north to the south, TPG has a variety of experts who are dedicated to providing the full property package.

Media Release on 20 May 2020

Media Contact

The Property Group Limited (TPG)
Email: enquiries@propertygroup.co.nz
Phone: 04 470 6105
Website: https://www.propertygroup.co.nz/
Video: https://youtu.be/yPVct5vZoAE

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BJA Painting Services in Auckland

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May 19, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – Auckland

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BJA Painting Services is offering a full interior painting service to all residents in Auckland city.

The painting company based in West Auckland is only minutes away from the direct hub of the central motorway, making access to all regions of Auckland easy and cost effective for anyone using their services.

Having a painting company located centrally is important as it cuts down call out fee costs and allows the interior painter to be on time to the job site every day. Reliable and punctual painters can work effectively and ensure that the work is completed on time and on budget.

BJA Painting Services’ interior painting work is a central service of the Auckland company and one that they pride themselves on as they feel it’s their golden standard of workmanship that gets noticed the most.

Brian, CEO and owner of BJA Painting Services says, “We take pride in all of our painting work but it’s the interior work that gets that little extra sprinkling of fairy dust to ensure it really shines. Interior painting gets the most attention from homeowners and visitors and it also has to endure the most.”

With interior painting needing to survive the vigor’s of everyday life, be it food splashes, scuffs from shoes and children playing with toys, the paint has to be applied properly and be done using industry approved techniques and practices.

BJA Painting Services starts interior painting with a solid foundation as it’s the bare surface that will provide the backbone of a truly lasting paint finish.

Every surface that is to be coated in interior paint has to have all cracks filled in, all old paint or wallpaper stripped off and the surface has to be made to accept paint.

With a careful selection of suitable paint primers and additives that only master painters understand, the interior surface can be made pliable for painting. From wooden surfaces to plasterboard and gib, every paintable surface requires a special priming coat first.

Gib stopping and plastering is another of BJA Painting Service’s strength and it usually goes hand in hand with their interior painting work. When a new home or extension is built, the bare gib walls need to be prepared for painting by filling in the cracks, voids and dips that occur in gibbed walls. BJA will prepare the surface and create a uniform and flush result that won’t create shadows on the walls when painted.

Brian Says, “Gib stopping and surface preparation is essential for a great interior finish. You need to get it spot on to ensure that the paint looks perfect after application. We take the time and effort to do proper prep so that our final result is flawless.”

With a properly prepared surface and priming, the Auckland painters can then move in and start painting the interior walls with only the best New Zealand made paint.

Using locally produced paint that is made to the conditions of Auckland is just as important as proper plastering and paint preparation as anything else simply won’t be able to withstand the tough conditions and will being to crack and distort in a much shorter period.

Interior painting also requires a staggering amount of various paint brushes, rollers and putty knives and only a professional painter like BJA Painting Services can tell the difference between one short haired rolling brush to another.

Where an amateur will just use the cheapest bulk pack of paint rollers available at Bunnings Warehouse, BJA Painting Services will use the premium paint roller designed for only one purpose as only then will the paint be applied smoothly and consistently.

Of course every paint job is a timely process and no one understands this more than BJA Painting Services as they have been painting Auckland homes for over 25 years.

Every job taken on by the West Auckland painter will see prompt and punctual work ethics and pains taken to ensure that the job gets completed in a timely and efficient manner.

From small home renovations to full new house interior painting, BJA Painting Services can ensure a quality painted finish with the first quote to final coat with their golden standard of service and flawless finish.

Booking information and a full list of other services can be found on their website, or find them by searching “house painters near me”.

Media Release 19 May 2020.

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It’s Back to Business at Level 2 for Ecowool

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May 18, 2020

Source: Press Release Service

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New Zealand took a proactive response to the coronavirus, COVID-19, which meant that for a time, many businesses had to close their doors. However, with the changing of the alert levels, it’s business as usual for online sales of quality New Zealand-made products.

The Ecowool team is proud to be able to offer a variety of beautiful sheepskin, wool, natural, and knitwear products for customers around the world from their online store. These are carefully packaged following government guidelines, and then sent on their way.

According to Ecowool spokesperson John Collyer, while they endeavour to get their products delivered in a timely fashion, shipping times may be delayed due to each country’s COVID-19 response.

“Shipping times are likely to take longer than our standard guidelines. Thank you for your patience and understanding in these trying times. Wherever you are in the world, please follow the official guidelines to help overcome this virus, and take care of yourself and others.”

About EcoWool
EcoWool is based at Sheep World, New Zealand’s showcase for sheep farming and wool production. It boasts some of the finest quality sheepskin and woollen and natural products in the country. EcoWool has been a leading provider for natural products since 1987, moving into the online market in 2001.

EcoWool is passionate about products that represent New Zealand. They use the finest raw materials from unpolluted alpine pastures, natural spring water, and crisp, mountain air. These elements are a recipe for success, and this is evident in the quality of the products available. Get in touch with EcoWool today to find out what they can do for you.

Media Release 18 May 2020.

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New Online Yoga Space Rises from Lockdown

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May 15, 2020

Source: Press Release Service – New Zealand

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One positive story to come out of the lockdown is the creation of the new online Yoga space, MyTime.tv

The lockdown was difficult for many Yoga studios, for owners, teachers and students. Like so many small businesses across New Zealand, studios had to close their doors as we entered into lockdown. While some studios managed to pivot and offer online classes, not all were able to make that transition; resulting in owners, teachers and students losing out.

MyTime.tv was the idea of Tom Murphy, known for co-founding the New Zealand success story ‘Kitomba’ – now a global player in Salon & Spa software, and more recently ‘Frankie AI’, artificial intelligence that improves the outcome of Ecommerce stores. Murphy has also recently developed and donated the contactless Contact Tracing app ‘Safe Keeper’ to retailers for free.

Murphy said, “Lockdown was a difficult time for many – with fear and uncertainty weighing heavily. For me, this reinforced the importance of health and wellbeing. MyTime.tv was my response to this challenge.”

“I’ve been fortunate to enjoy a range of physical and well-being activities throughout my life. MyTime combines a love for these activities with my experience in technology. I saw an opportunity to improve the accessibility and affordability of activities that contribute to people’s wellness, such as yoga, and help struggling studio owners and teachers.”

MyTime works by allowing teachers and studios to offer their classes via MyTime.tv. Visitors to the site can select and join the class they’re interested in. MyTime is a live platform so classes are not recorded – “that’s what YouTube is for” says Murphy. Each MyTime class is a real unique one-off experience, just like in real life, that we can share with others. All teachers are well known, highly regarded and fully qualified. MyTime.tv allows visitors to access a wide array of quality classes at times that suit them and for Yoga teachers to reach new audiences.

Whilst initially focused on Yoga, Murphy is open to MyTime offering other types of classes such as pilates, F45 and HIIT in the future. “While my preference is Yoga, people need to find what resonates with them.”

Murphy also sees synergies with businesses looking to support the wellbeing of their people during this difficult time. We’re talking to several employers about them taking on MyTime. We think there is a real opportunity for employers to invest in their people’s health and well being, especially with more people working from home in the foreseeable future. MyTime is able to be flexible to meet the needs of small, medium and larger employers and their people.

Whilst new, MyTime is already proving popular. “We’ve had students tune in from all over New Zealand and internationally. “I think it’s the combination of choice, accessibility and affordability”, says Murphy. “I think we’ve all asked ourselves what do we want to take from lockdown? For me, it is the importance of maintaining health and wellbeing. That’s what MyTime is about.

Media Release 15 May 2020.

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