BOB AND SUE BERRY

BOB:

Position: Founding Director (established in 1987)
Top five cheeses: Windsor Blue, Vintage Windsor, Lindis Pass, Five Forks and Island Stream
What he always says: "Surround yourself with talented people and support them"
Proudest moment: The awards Whitestone Cheese holds, judged by our peers
He can't do without: My strongest supporter – my wife Sue
Favourite drink: Central Otago Pinot Noirs
He gets annoyed when: There’s not enough snow to ski in the winter and when it's too rough for boating in the summer
Advice to live by: Believe in yourself and never trust a banker

SUE (1955-2025) : Sue co-founded Whitestone Cheese in 1987 alongside her husband Bob. She brought energy, creativity, and a love of great food to everything she did. She had a special way of making people feel welcome - whether she was running the café, cooking in the kitchen, or hosting friends and family at home. Her warmth, flair, and adventurous spirit are woven into the fabric of Whitestone Cheese, and her legacy continues to inspire us every day.

ANNA MURPHY

Position: General Manager
Started at Whitestone: 2021
Nickname: The one from Auckland
Favourite Cheese: Oamaru Blue, Vintage Five Forks
Favourite Drink: A crisp lager or a fruity Rosé
Hobbies: Snowboarding & making killer Spotify playlists
Can't do without: A tropical holiday escape in the middle of winter
Advice to live by: Things are never as bad as you think they are

SHANE EMERSON

Position: Production Manager
Started at Whitestone: 2010
Favourite Cheese: Aged Airedale
Proudest moment: Becoming a Dad
I can’t do without: My family
Favourite drink: Jim Beam
Favourite sport: Hockey
He gets annoyed when: People can’t think for themselves
Advice to live by: Don't take anything for granted, you don't know when it might be gone

CAROLINE WALDRON

Position: HR Manager
Started at Whitestone: 2022
Favourite Cheese: Round Hill
What she always says: "...and why do you think that is?"
Proudest moment: Whenever my daughter shows kindness
She can’t do without:  Sunshine and coffee
Favourite drink: A good old solid Cabernet Sauvignon
What does she do in her spare time: Bake
Advice to live by: Life is all about managing expectations

ADELE HURLEY

Position: QA Officer
Favourite Cheese: Mt Kyeburn
Favourite sport: V8 Supercars
Favourite drink: Wine
What she does in her spare time: Read, crossword puzzles

HELEN BROWN

Position: Wellington Sales Rep / Merchandiser
Started at Whitestone: 2013
Favourite cheese: Windsor Blue
She can’t do without: Chocolate
Favourite drink: Coffee