Member News | Tauranga Business Chamber

Mount retail and Tauranga industrial space remains sought-after: Colliers

18 March 2025

Low vacancy rates across industrial property in Tauranga was a prevalent theme of the inaugural vacancy survey completed by Colliers Tauranga, as the sector has remained resilient despite the challenging…

Chamber Poll: Tauranga Businesses Prioritise Infrastructure and Tax Settings

3 March 2025

The latest poll from the Tauranga Business Chamber reveals that infrastructure and economic growth remain the top priorities for the city’s business community in 2025. Western Bay landscape at sunset…

A special festive message from Mayor Mahe Drysdale

A Special Festive Message for Summer and Tauranga’s Future

25 December 2024

As we approach the end of 2024, it’s a time for reflection, celebration, and anticipation for the year ahead. In a special message to the Tauranga Business Chamber community,…

2024 Year in Review – Tauranga Business Chamber

3 December 2024

Well done, you’ve survived the year! 🎉 Everyone has their own story and view of the economy right now. We’ve each faced our challenges, surprises, and rising costs. The good…

Waihi Beach shops. Businesses stand together on Western Bay's Easter Sunday Trading Policy

Easter Trading: A Unified Voice for Western Bay Businesses

3 September 2024

Tauranga Business Chamber, in collaboration with other key business representative organisations, is proud to present a unified stance on the Western Bay of Plenty District Council’s consultation on its Easter…

New Tauranga City Council: What It Means for Chamber Members

7 August 2024

The recent election of Tauranga’s new mayor and city councillors is creating a buzz among local businesses. Chamber Members’ Reactions to the New Tauranga City Council Leadership changes always…

Tauranga Mayoral Candidates Weigh in on New Housing Policy Changes

12 July 2024

There’s a lot at stake for Tauranga businesses with Housing Minister Hon Chris Bishop’s 4 July announcement about new changes to the Government’s housing plan. These changes include: The establishment…

Christie McGregor | Partner at Copeland Ashcroft

Holiday Act Revisions and New Health & Safety Reforms

1 July 2024

We know how hard it is to keep up-to-date with the Government’s changes that impact employers, so we asked Christie McGregor – Partner at Copeland Ashcroft – to give you…

Kate Stubbing, Senior Associate at Cooney Lees Morgan

Latest RMA and Housing Updates in Tauranga and Western Bay

1 July 2024

Changes to the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) continue to make headlines as the Coalition Government works through its policy agenda. This article – authored by Kate Stubbing, Senior Associate…

Potential leaders picked to go head-to-head in Tauranga Mayoral Debate: Update Media Statement

19 June 2024

The four mayoral candidates that Tauranga Business Chamber members want to hear from most will face off in a debate this month. Greg Brownless, Mahe Drysdale, Ria Hall and Tina…

Media Release: Chamber poll reveals community’s key priorities for Council candidates

15 May 2024

Tauranga Business Chamber’s business audience wants the incoming Mayor and Councillors to prioritise making it easier to get around the city, and to address housing supply and affordability. Results of…

The EU-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement: Unlocking Opportunities for the Bay of Plenty

9 May 2024

The EU-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) commenced in 1 May 2024, and is set to deliver significant benefits for businesses and producers in the Bay of Plenty region. With…

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