Welcome to the Mighty Waikato
Discover the essence of Waikato: a place of powerful possibilities, where mahia te mahi; ‘getting the job done’ is in our DNA. Here family is nurtured, visitors are welcomed as friends and life can be enjoyed to the full. Find out more about our people, our place.
Business Owners, Need Support?
To speak to one of our business advisors call us on 07 857 0538
-
Economic Intelligence
Te Waka publishes a range of economic intelligence reports to highlight the key indicators and trends of the Waikato economy.
Read more -
Business Sentiment Survey
Here at Te Waka, we are wanting to understand the sentiment of Waikato businesses in the current environment.
-
COVID-19 Business Support Funding
The COVID-19 crisis has had a significant impact on small and medium-sized enterprises.
-
Districts
The Waikato region’s 10 districts and city sit at the heart of an area that is home to more than half New Zealand’s population. Quality infrastructure and easy access to the rest of the country, including the export ports of Auckland and Tauranga, enable easy movement of goods, services, people and ideas.
-
Social Procurement
Social procurement is a key focus area for Te Waka to demonstrate an inclusive and regenerative approach to economic development.
-
Māori Economic Development
Te Waka is committed to Māori Economic Development in the Waikato Region. Our priorities are guided by the long-term agenda set out in the Waikato Region Māori Economic Development Plan to build a prosperous Māori economy in the region.
-
Why Waikato?
The Waikato region is one of the most productive in New Zealand. Its prime location and diverse economy are the springboard for innovation and industry.
-
Sector Development
In order to develop and grow a diverse Waikato economy, Te Waka supports established and emerging sectors through a range of initiatives and actions.
News
-
A new approach to mental health in nursing
With mental health needs rising sharply and services already stretched, the University of Waikato is responding to the challenge with the launch of the new Bachelor of Nursing in 2021, integrating a focus on mental health and addictions throughout the three-year degree.
-
Hamilton’s first dedicated gluten-free bakery to open
Bliss Bakery, Hamilton’s only 100% gluten-free bakery, is opening a pop-up store at Queenwood Village in Chartwell on Friday 2nd October. Bliss Bakery’s products have previously been available online for click and delivery, or at the Tamahere Market, but their three month pop-up store will give customers, and gluten-conscious locals, a chance to experience their products like never before.
-
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern tours NZ’s newest milk powder spray dryer in Waikato
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern visited the Waikato Innovation Park today where she toured the newly-completed $50 million industrial spray dryer situated on the campus.
Events
-
Te Waka Business Advisory-Paeroa
Te Waka has Business Growth Advisors that visit Paeroa once a month every first Tuesday of the month. FREE 1 on 1 meeting with an advisor and the business owner.
-
Te Waka Business Advisory-Thames Coromandel
Te Waka has Business Growth Advisors that visit Thames monthly on the first Tuesday of every month. FREE 1 on 1 meeting with an advisor and the business owner.
-
Workplace Wellbeing Networking Event 2020
This event will bring together employers, business leaders and managers who want to hear form industry leaders in the area of wellbeing, learn the secrets of workplace culture, tips and advice on what you can do and network with a common passion of how you can make your workplace ‘healthy and vibrant’.