DVA+MORE Monthly Newsletter: The Adviser

"Great things in business are never done by one person; they’re done by a team of people." - Steve Jobs

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The team at DVA+MORE would like to wish you a safe and relaxing festive season. We hope you enjoy a well-deserved holiday with family and friends.

Our office will be closed from Tuesday, 23 December and reopen Monday, 12 January.

Click the present below to unwrap our 2025 DVA+MORE Christmas eBook:

Wrapping Up 2025: A Time to Pause and Reset

Wrapping up 2025, it feels like most people I’m talking to are somewhat skidding sideways into Christmas, needing a well-earned break to relax and reset.

It hasn’t been an easy year and 2026 isn’t a glowing light at the end of the tunnel. Even as positive news starts to appear more frequently, many seem to be carrying a bit of post-traumatic “survive to 2025” that never quite materialised. Add in ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and a surprise bump in interest rates and it’s enough to keep everyone taking a cautious approach.

That doesn’t mean there isn’t opportunity out there. Many businesses are making good use of technology, strengthening their teams, improving business models and finding new revenue streams.

On the DVA front, we’ve embarked on our journey with the +MORE Network. At the moment, you’ll notice the brand change; however, in the new year we aim to make greater use of the network’s abundant resources to continue improving our service to you. As always, all feedback is welcome!

My final thoughts are simple — now is the time to put the tools down, rest and relax.

Merry Christmas,

Matt Vincent
CEO, DVA+MORE

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Christmas Function: Ferry, Food & Festive Vibes

This year’s Christmas function was the perfect way to wrap up a busy year. Relaxed, social and full of laughs. The team cruised from the CBD to The Landing Restaurant aboard the Riverhead Ferry, enjoying drinks, great scenery and plenty of catch-ups along the way.

Lunch was a long, leisurely affair with an excellent food and a few celebratory bubbles, all under blue Auckland skies. Thanks to Kelly for organising the day (and for the festive photo props), Justin for being an outstanding host and Alvin for making sure no one missed out on snacks.

If the day had to be summed up in one of our core values, it would be Together - a chance to slow down, unwind and enjoy quality time as a team after a big year.

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