Our proudly local, Experienced team
Local knowledge, decades of experience, trusted suppliers — supporting our customers from start to finish.
Furnishing homes for over 75 years
From delivering mattresses by bicycle in the 1950s to becoming a multi-generational interior specialist, RJ Eagar has grown into a trusted family-owned business serving homes, businesses, and schools across Taranaki for 75 years.
Built on quality, skilled teams, and strong customer care, the company continues to evolve while staying true to the values it was founded on.
Leon Eagar
Director
Leon leads the Stratford flooring team, helping customers choose the right solutions for their homes and businesses while ensuring every project is delivered with expertise and care.
Matthew Eagar
flooring CONSULTANT
Matthew provides practical advice, measure, and quotes, drawing on hands-on flooring experience to guide customers with confidence.
Joanne Soffe
office manager
Joanne oversees the Stratford division, supporting staff and managing operations and accounts while providing customers with expert advice and solutions.
Katie Gibson
office/business
dev. manager
Katie ensures the showroom and team run seamlessly, supporting staff to ensure that every customer experience is smooth and efficient.
Glen Bullen
flooring
manager
Glen liaises with customers, schedules jobs, manages the New Plymouth flooring team, and works with suppliers to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and successfully.
Laura Dowling
senior window treatment consultant
Laura leads our window treatment team, guiding customers with measure, quotes, and supplier solutions while using her expertise to create stylish and functional results for every home.
Debbie Symon
window treatment
consultant
Debbie works closely with customers on measure and quotes, providing supplier guidance and practical advice to help achieve beautiful and functional window treatments.
Rosa Sharpe
window treatment
consultant
Rosa is our Stratford-based specialist for drapes and blinds, supporting customers with measures, quotes, and tailored solutions to suit their home and style.
Jessica Huston
showroom
consultant
Jessica helps customers choose furniture, bedding, and décor, carefully sourcing pieces that combine style, quality, and functionality to suit every home.
Annemarie Roebuck
la-z-boy gallery
manager
Annemarie supports customers with everything La-Z-Boy, offering guidance, solutions, and hands-on assistance.
Arlene Frandsen
2nd hand store
manager
Arlene manages our Stratford sell-on-behalf store, helping customers buy and sell quality pre-loved furniture and homewares.
Richard Palm
drape/blind
installation tech.
Richard installs and repairs drapes and blinds, using his extensive experience to deliver precise workmanship and reliable results for customers.
Rosie Paddick
Marketing/systems manager
Rosie manages systems and marketing across the business, supporting staff and strengthening the customer experience at every stage.
Kern and Declan
delivery drivers
Kern and Declan support the team customers with furniture delivery,
in-home setup, and collections throughout Taranaki, ensuring items arrive and are placed with care.