Waitematā Local Board

Encourage responsible and sustainable management of local assets and infrastructure.

Support local businesses and employment opportunities.

Support the growth of the technology sector and digital inclusion initiatives.

Advocate for key infrastructure improvements that strengthen the local economy and support tourism and small enterprises.

Promote youth employment and training opportunities to help young people gain skills and find meaningful and suitable work.

Support local businesses by backing initiatives that help them grow, thrive and create more jobs in the community.

Fund public safety initiatives to prevent shoplifting and vandalism by working closely with police and supporting better lighting and CCTV.

Keep rates low by ensuring better value for ratepayer money and keeping within budget amid skyrocketing costs for businesses.

Support local initiatives to boost business growth by working closely with local BIDs and directly consulting business owners.

Ask that central government joint venture on major infrastructure for greater Auckland as it benefits approximately one third of New Zealand’s total population.

Fund greater support for arts, film, TV, theatre, gaming, music, events and tourism which drive the economy, recognising potential to lead the southern hemisphere.

Support a bed tax for visitors to Auckland and incentivise development on empty central city sites.

Advocate for business support measures during disruptive projects and help town centres thrive with events, festivals and attractions.

Fund local economic development programs in Waitematā, particularly for Māori and youth, to create equitable pathways to prosperity.

Support creative arts and technology sectors, recognising their value in creating jobs, boosting tourism and enhancing Auckland's economy.

Back local businesses with buzzy, safe town centres, events that get people out and about and transport that makes it easy to get there.

Make Auckland livable by providing homes where people want them, converting empty CBD offices, building infrastructure and protecting green spaces and character.

Invest in local communities because if people are to support local, they must first care about local.

Promote Auckland as a hub for tertiary education, one of our biggest exports with significant potential for growth.

Support the growth of gaming companies, a multi-billion-dollar industry where Auckland companies are already showing promise.

Implement a business parking permit scheme as businesses pay a higher rate and should be able to park close, similar to residential parking permits.

Ensure authentic consultation with businesses and active communication from project managers on construction projects that negatively impact businesses.

Ensure better engagement between the local board and businesses as too many local board members lack understanding of their blood, sweat and tears.

Advocate for implementation of business support measures as a norm during significantly disruptive projects.

Fund local economic development programs in Waitematā, particularly for Māori and youth, to create equitable pathways to prosperity.

Support business associations to enhance the vibrancy of the city centre and town centres through events, festivals and attractions.

Engage with local businesses and provide the support they desperately need.

Protect local businesses from being ignored or dismissed when their concerns or opinions are completely valid.

Encourage and promote events that boost the local economy.

Offer kids and youth sports, arts and innovative opportunities to hone skills, develop networks and set them up for a happy, productive life.

Support local businesses to succeed by leveraging council partnerships, business associations and innovation hubs to foster opportunities.

Work with business associations to deliver events, enhance town centres and improve safety to attract visitors and boost the local economy.

Build a vibrant local economy by investing in infrastructure, supporting local businesses and improving the central city and suburban hubs.

Create youth employment by working with schools, training providers and local employers to grow skills, opportunities and future jobs.

Grow tourism and the arts by supporting local events, festivals and culture that boost vibrancy, attract visitors and grow the economy.