End of an era as iconic pottery forced to close its doors

Morris & James’ distinctive brightly coloured pots have attracted a huge following.

The news that iconic pottery and Matakana landmark Morris & James will close its doors later this year has been greeted with shock and sadness locally. Founded in 1977 by Ant Morris and Sue James, the Tongue Farm Road pottery built a huge following at home and overseas over the years for its bold designs and bright colours, and it has long been on the list of local must-see attractions. However, general manager and co-owner Kieran Rice said last week the business had endured a run of cumulative financi...