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Wendy’s NZ ‘father’ Danny Lendich dies

The Auckland businessman and speed racing enthusiast led an eclectic range of businesses including Wendy’s NZ.

Danny Lendich with his daughter Danielle.

Kate McVicar Wed, 21 May 2025

According to his daughter, Danilo (Danny) Lendich believed in quality, and making customers happy.

The Auckland-based businessman behind the expansion of Wendy’s in New Zealand passed away on Tuesday last week.

Even after he stepped back from the company, his daughter Danielle Lendich – who now

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Kate McVicar Wed, 21 May 2025
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