our story…
bringing hawke’s bay events to life
Independent by nature, collaborative by choice.
Keeping it local, culture built and experience led.
Littlestone was founded in 2017 by Beth Elstone, after spending eight years working in event venues and behind the scenes with event suppliers. She wanted to build a team that balanced sharp logistics with a people-first approach. Where calm heads, clear comms, and a good vibe weren’t just nice-to-haves, but essentials.
Since then, we’ve pulled together a team of quietly brilliant humans - the kind who know when to roll up their sleeves, and when to roll with it. We’re the ones in boots and high-vis, wrangling the run sheets and rolling with the unexpected - all while keeping the vibe just right.
From community festivals to large-scale productions, we blend logistics, creativity, and care to deliver events that feel seamless and grounded. We’re big believers in collaboration, doing things properly, leaving no stone unturned, and most importantly keeping it human - no matter the size or stage of the event.
Meet the Team
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![Woman with shoulder-length brown hair wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans standing in an outdoor shopping or dining area with potted plants and white tables and chairs. Beth Elstone, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. Littlestone.]()
Beth Elstone
CHAOS WRANGLER-IN CHEIF
A.K.A KEEPER OF THE RUNSHEET
Beth is the founder of Littlestone and the brains behind the operation - part producer, part planner, full-time calm in the chaos. She’s the one turning big ideas into (far too detailed) plans, keeping the crew steady and the crowd none the wiser. If it needs sorting, scheduling, colour-coding or quietly fixing five minutes before the doors open, Beth’s already on it - probably with a clipboard and a cold sugar-free redbull.
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![A smiling woman with shoulder-length blonde hair standing outdoors in front of a wooden building, wearing a black top and black jacket. Gina Linnell, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. Littlestone.]()
Gina Linnell
DIRECTOR OF GOOD TIMES
A.K.A THE HUMAN BATTERY PACK
If people are involved, Gina’s your go-to. She’s the friendly engine keeping things moving on the ground - checking in with crew, smoothing out the stress, fielding questions, and making sure no one goes hungry (she’s your guaranteed source of snacks and smiles). From day one on-site to the final pack-out, she brings the kind of presence that makes long days lighter and every person feel part of the team. And when it comes to favours or fixes, Gina somehow works her magic to turn a maybe into a yes.
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![Mia Sohnge, Hawkes Bay New Zealand, Littlestone. The background features white walls, a red patterned rug, a white shelf with a woven basket, and a small wooden table with a printer.]()
Mia Sohnge
SECRET WEAPON
A.K.A THE ONE WITH THE CHECKLIST
Mia’s our go-to for getting things sorted, sent, scheduled, and seen. She’s a natural multitasker who brings sharp organisation to every project - from locking in logistics to making sure our events show up beautifully online. Equal parts admin guru and marketing mind, Mia moves between spreadsheets and social captions like it’s no big deal. Calm, capable, and three steps ahead - she’s the quiet engine keeping things humming in the background.
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Rob Elstone
SITE GURU
A.K.A FIXER OF THINGS & BRINGER OF CABLE TIES
Rob is our on-the-ground magician and practical powerhouse - an engineer and electrician who knows how to turn site maps into reality. He’s the one rolling up his sleeves to get stuff done, whether it’s running cables, forklifting pallets of beer, or solving last-minute curveballs. When it comes to making sure everything runs smooth and safe, Rob’s our guy - and yes, he’s also Beth’s better half, keeping the whole operation grounded in more ways than one.
Contact us
Whether you’re coming to an event, curious about what we do, or just need a bit more info — we’re happy to help.
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