About us

The Wairoa Business Association was formed in 2023 post Cyclone Gabrielle as a vehicle to support local businesses, promote a healthy and prosperous business community in Wairoa and create a voice that would represent the views and aspirations of the business community within our local Council.

Join the Wairoa business community

Membership to the Wairoa Business Association is open to all businesses, sole traders, professionals, trade services and producers throughout the Wairoa District. Become a member and help us support investment, deliver key services, and promote Wairoa as a great place to visit, live, and do business.

Our goals

The Wairoa Business Association aims:

  • To promote, advance, encourage and protect the commercial interests and welfare of our members.
  • To act on behalf of and represent the collective membership of the Association.
  • To promote the Keep Wairoa Beautiful program throughout the district
  • To work in partnership with the Wairoa Business Hub to foster the development of new businesses in Wairoa

How we help local businesses thrive

  • Supporting initiatives that will attract new business and investment in the Wairoa District.
  • Working alongside fellow stakeholders to deliver key services that are required for a vibrant shopping and service precincts.
  • Promote a reinvigorated Wairoa as a great place to visit, live and to base a business here.
  • By helping make our shopping precincts accessible, safer, welcoming and friendly.