Economic Development Agencies
Priority One (Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty)
Priority One is the economic development organisation covering Tauranga and the Western Bay of Plenty. The organisation was established by the business community and is half funded by business membership, making it a unique structure for an economic development organisation in New Zealand. It is also contracted to deliver economic outcomes by Tauranga City and Western Bay of Plenty District councils. http://www.priorityone.co.nz/
Smart Economy is the Western Bay of Plenty sub-region’s economic development strategy. The sub-region includes Tauranga City and Western Bay of Plenty District. The strategy aims to make the sub-region the business location of choice, resulting in a highly productive, competitive and export-based economy. It recognises the growing importance of work/life balance and an evolving business environment which respects the natural values of its location.
Destination Rotorua Economic Development
Destination Rotorua Economic Development actively works alongside the wider Rotorua business and government community with the aim of creating an environment that encourages and stimulates economic growth.
http://www.rotorua-business.com
Toi-EDA – Eastern Bay of Plenty Regional Economic Development Agency
Toi-EDA is the Eastern Bay of Plenty Regional Economic Development Agency set up by the three territorial authorities (Kawerau, Opotiki and Whakatane) and the regional Council Environment Bay of Plenty, working together with local iwi.
With the recent adoption of an ambitious three year strategic plan, Toi-EDA has a strong focus on its vision of enhancing the Eastern Bay of Plenty’s economic growth and resultant wealth for its people. http://www.toi-eda.co.nz/
KEA – The Kawerau Enterprise Agency Inc.
Established in 1985 with assistance from the Tasman Pulp & Paper Company Limited, KEA's role is to ensure Kawerau remains a sustainable community by developing and maintaining robust economic and social structures in Kawerau.
