South Waikato District Council have a range of business resources and information available for business use and these are located on a stand in the Council foyer. The stand is constantly replenished with up to date resources and there is something for all businesses whether you are an existing business or looking at starting up soon. If you cannot find what you are looking for or need something specific, please ask to be referred to the Economic Development Officer or contact the EDO through this website.
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South Waikato Economic Advantages
Situated along State Highway one and main national rail link with direct links to the ports of Tauranga and Auckland - the ideal location to optimise central warehousing and distribution
Very low land and building costs in comparison with major centres
Commercially sympathetic District Council and user friendly District Plan
Outstanding potential for green field industrial expansion
A stable, versatile and skilled workforce
Zoned land to accommodate both industrial and residential expansion with facilities ready for development
No traffic congestion and no traffic lights
Existing clusters within the forestry, dairy and engineering industries, and peripheral industries and trades to service and complement all industrial needs
Training programmes developed to suit the specific needs of key industries.