Waikato Regional Council
Jobs and economy
Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.
Jobs and economy
Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.
Reduce constraints that limit business growth.
Develop a regional plan that makes the Waikato a desirable place to do business.
Coordinate with local chambers to keep the Waikato front of mind for central government funding and development.
Back innovation that grows Waikato jobs and keeps the Waikato a powerhouse economy while protecting our environment for the future.
Actively track and report Waikato regional economic trends including changes of land use, jobs and productivity to guide smarter local decisions.
Ensure council can call on people with specific skills when needed, especially in emergencies, to strengthen decision-making.
Stick to core business of land, air, water and transport. Oppose regional council collecting rates to fund economic development and similar activities.
Maintain strong relationships with government to ensure investment in the Waikato is recognised as good business for New Zealand Inc.
Continue advocacy for a fairer and more realistic contribution from government to fund regional flood protection infrastructure.
Strive for a regulatory environment that enables sustainable economic development within community agreed environmental targets and limits.
Reduce constraints that limit business growth.
Develop a regional plan that makes the Waikato a desirable place to do business.
Coordinate with local chambers to keep the Waikato front of mind for central government funding and development.
Back innovation that grows Waikato jobs and keeps the Waikato a powerhouse economy while protecting our environment for the future.
Actively track and report Waikato regional economic trends including changes of land use, jobs and productivity to guide smarter local decisions.
Ensure council can call on people with specific skills when needed, especially in emergencies, to strengthen decision-making.
Stick to core business of land, air, water and transport. Oppose regional council collecting rates to fund economic development and similar activities.
Maintain strong relationships with government to ensure investment in the Waikato is recognised as good business for New Zealand Inc.
Continue advocacy for a fairer and more realistic contribution from government to fund regional flood protection infrastructure.
Strive for a regulatory environment that enables sustainable economic development within community agreed environmental targets and limits.
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