“It’s a wonderful phenomenon – spending locally creates so much more value.”
In addition to these two shelters, Tilleys has produced similar ones for Hutt Hospital, Wellington Hospital and The Paddington, an apartment complex in Te Aro.
Tilley Group Ltd was established in 1921. It was founded by Arthur Ernest Tilley (Ernie), who migrated to New Zealand from Tasmania, and is still partially owned by members of the Tilley family.