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it ’ s also an opportunity to re-educate the public that whilst manufacturing in Australia is shutting down , Holden in New Zealand is not . There has been a misunderstanding in regards to where the company fits going forward .”
New Zealand experienced a similar manufacturing shift to that of Australia ’ s about 30 years ago . Murray wants New Zealand to know that Holden and the car industry are both past this particular point in their history and to not rule out the company ’ s future .
“ This year marks 60 years of operating in New Zealand and we look forward to another 60 years ,” said Murray .
The company ’ s 60th anniversary celebration took place in November , and its staff celebrated the milestone in a big way . Holden had asked the people of New Zealand to share their stories of affiliations with the brand . The response was impressive , with Holden New Zealand receiving more than 1,500 submissions , both written pieces and video entries . To cap off the celebration , the company held a function recently with its dealer principals , close partners , clients
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