John Larsen

John Larsen is the owner of Makaraka-based Larsen Sawmilling, a business he has managed for 36 years. He has observed gradual improvements in Gisborne's economy, noting that while the past nine months have been challenging, there are signs of recovery, particularly in the rural sector, which forms a significant part of his customer base. Larsen expressed optimism about the region's economic outlook, especially with good conditions in the rural economy and potential developments as farmers assess their livestock in the coming months.