Henderson-Massey Local Board

Advocate for and investigate infrastructure required to enliven town centres and make it easier for businesses to do business.

Support local business associations and initiatives like the Western Initiative with skills and entrepreneurship programmes.

Support ways the council can bring more jobs to the area, eg the Create Auckland 2030 initiative for Henderson and the gaming and green tech sectors.

Grow youth employment pathways through apprenticeships, mentorship and partnerships with local industries and training providers.

Invest in vital infrastructure that strengthens connectivity, attracts opportunities and builds a resilient, future-focused local economy.

Support local businesses by creating thriving town centres, promoting local shopping and backing Pacific and Māori enterprises.

Promote creative, wine, tech-green industries and nature tourism.

Revitalise Henderson CBD, business and community vibrancy with welcoming retail outlets and amenities.

Support vocational and trade training for youths at local educational institutions and work experience placement with local employers.

Support startups with policy. Build on the strong history of small business and entrepreneurship here, including some digital, to grow that.

Work with AT to improve public transport. Most commute to work and cause congestion, so better transport means more jobs.

Zone for and encourage mixed-use medium density development around Henderson town centre to help grow the local retail sector.

Listen to and work with local businesses and associations to understand their unique issues and remove barriers impacting their growth.

Rejuvenate the streetscapes of more town centres, such as Te Atatu Peninsula and Massey, to attract a wider variety of businesses.

Support initiatives that connect local business owners with local job seekers or business mentors who hold the skills needed.

Focus council resources on core services as youth employment and tourism are not council responsibilities.

Collaborate with Business West Business Improvement District.

Support implementation of the Northwest Economic Development Plan to attract high value jobs for local people.

Support the Te Puna Creative Quarter to create training and employment opportunities for young people.

Help build opportunities and a sense of belonging through ongoing investment in the community sector and local centres.

Support local business development, technology and creative arts. Uplift local industries and invest in youth services, employment and training.

Support social, arts and environmental initiatives including community gardens and grocery co-ops in an ongoing, not stop-start way.

Advocate for continued investment in critical infrastructure including improved public transport links, roading and digital connectivity.

Support a shop local campaign to encourage residents to spend their money locally, strengthening the community's economic base.

Support initiatives that encourage and assist young entrepreneurs in starting their own businesses.

Advocate for infrastructure upgrades that attract investment and support local industries.

Create youth training and internship programmes to boost local employment.

Support local businesses through community markets and promotional events.