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From Backyard Hustle to Timber Empire: The Pole Yard Story

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What does it take to turn a small backyard operation into one of South Africa’s growing timber suppliers?

In this episode, we chat to Leeroy Deane from The Pole Yard about the journey from humble beginnings to building a multi-branch business supplying everything from decking and fencing to jungle gyms and custom timber creations across the country.
12 May English South Africa Business News · Business

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