Paul Spain, CEO of Gorilla Technology, joins Herald Now’s Ryan Bridge to discuss the new Bunnings and Uber Eats partnership and how this move will allow customers to get hardware, garden supplies, and trade essentials delivered to their door within 60 minutes, making DIY projects more convenient than ever. Paul points out that Bunnings’ Uber roll‑out positions the retailer as a go‑to for urgent supplies, leapfrogging traditional competition like Mitre 10 and even taking aim at global giants such as Amazon. For Uber, it’s another step in broadening its local footprint and fending off rivals in a tightly contested market. Tradespeople pressed for time now have the option to skip a store visit and have what they need delivered. It’s practical disruption at its best and in today’s market, convenience is king.
Looking ahead, they raise thought‑provoking questions about future delivery innovations such as drones and autonomous vehicles and speculate on how this emerging technology could further transform convenience in the years to come.
The Bunnings–Uber Eats partnership reflects not just the power of technology, but also the need for businesses to keep evolving with the way New Zealanders live.
26 February 2026