Back to Lockdown ThoughtsI like the start of spring. It is probably my favourite time of year. The dullness and cold of winter is mostly behind us and we have another 9 months before it is back again, with the summer in the middle to warm us up. The other reason I like spring is because its an optimistic time. New leaves are just breaking through on the trees. Plants are rising from the ground. Roses are beginning to show new growth.
I think this year we need the optimism around us more than ever. We have been facing a global pandemic, which is still causing significant disruption to life around the world, and in New Zealand our lucky-streak is over and we are facing a worrying time whilst we ramp up our vaccination program. Add to that, we had another ghastly terror attack at a supermarket in Auckland yesterday so we need to stay positive and think about the future.
Fortunately, South Island seems to be doing OK and remains Covid free. As a business we are facing a wave of orders on the back of government and essential services spending from around the world, mainly for our new products which is a really encouraging sign. We are hiring folks fast to keep up with demand and as long as we don’t have any more lockdowns, I think we are in for a good year.
I hope you can all stay positive at this time. Life is full of ups and downs, and it feels like that more than ever at the moment. I hope you all enjoy the weekend. The sun is shining!
Ben Reed
Managing Director - HamiltonJet
