Home to the Kiingitanga, the Māori King movement, the Waikato District is dynamic and one of the fastest growing in the region.
Opportunities
Waikato is a dynamic district, which is home to major environmental, infrastructure and community resources. It is one of the country’s fastest growing districts and is home to the Kiingitanga, the Māori King movement.
The Waikato District’s biggest industry contributors to economic growth by are dairy farming, mining, and aggregate and sand extraction. The district is also known for its education, adventure tourism and events industries.
Land Availability
There is a diverse range of land in the District, with both rural and urban areas within the Waikato District. Located on the southern border of the Auckland region, land availability in the Waikato District is supporting growth and expansion for businesses looking for options close to New Zealand’s largest city.
Infrastructure
Businesses located in the Waikato District have access to the Waikato Expressway, and other road infrastructure connecting Waikato to Auckland and the Bay of Plenty. The Waikato District is in what’s often called the ‘Golden Triangle’, which is a zone formed by connecting Waikato, Auckland and the Bay of Plenty which generates the majority of New Zealand’s economic activity.
Investment Opportunities
The Waikato District Council welcomes investment and infrastructure options that would most benefit the municipality in the long-term. The Waikato district is rich in natural resources, lush farmland, stunning west coast beaches, community history and culture.
Waikato District Business Support Services
Local Insights
The Waikato Wellbeing Project shares wellbeing knowledge for each district in the Waikato region. Visit the Waikato District page for data that includes the Community Compass Report from Dot Loves Data which provides a quarterly snapshot of key socio economic indicators, and the Community Insights Explorer Tool which provides local social and demographic data to support local decision making.
Te Waka's district level reports of the Waikato Business Sentiment Survey give insight on the unique strengths and challenges for each district in the region.
Waikato District Council
Waikato District Council includes 13 councillors, and one mayor elected at large. To find out more, visit their website.
Get in Touch
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