Family Business
Sisters Melia and Lilly Spooner have assumed ownership of Alta Organic Coffee, a Santa Cruz café founded by their grandmother Patti Spooner in 1984. The business, which moved to its current location in 1998, emphasizes organic beans and community interaction. The handover occurred in January, preserving a family legacy focused on sustainable practices.
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Mount Brewing Co in Mount Maunganui is marking three decades of operation with a celebration on March 7. Founded in 1996 by Glenn and Virginia Meikle, the brewery is now led by their daughter Briar Harley and her husband Niall Harley. The family business has navigated industry challenges while earning awards for its craft beers.
The Murdoch family settled a $3.3 billion succession dispute over media assets. The agreement was reached on September 9, 2025, clarifying control of the empire.