A New World store has just been opened in Te Kauwhata, located next to the town’s former Four Square store.

According to Lindsay Rowles, GM of membership and property at Foodstuffs North Island, the New World features a 1000sqm retail space with a full-scale grocery offering, including a bulk foods section for dogs – significantly larger than the old Four Square.

Rowles says all New World stores are owned and operated by Kiwis, therefore they understand the needs of their community. Moreover, having a New World right in town is more convenient for local people to do their shopping.

“One of the fantastic things about being an owner-operated co-operative is individual stores can include different ideas and initiatives and products they know their community will love and we’re sure Te Kauwhata locals are going to enjoy this truly contemporary shopping experience,” added Rowles.

Regan Arnott and his wife Katie, the owners of the store, say they are excited to start their journey and become the wider’s part of the Te Kauwhata community.

“The community has already been so welcoming and I’m eager to get to know everyone and become part of this special community,” said Arnott.