Small Business Minister Craig Foss announced new appointment to the Small Business Development Group (SBDG). Alaina Teki-Clark, from Whanganui, has been appointed to the SBDG to replace departing members Jonathan Flett and Frances Valintine. Ms. Teki-Clark is an outstanding business leader with many years experience starting and growing small businesses.

She has extensive knowledge of the retail and hospitality sectors and a long history of community leadership.