Te Waka

Te Waka is an economic development agency which will deliver on some high-level objectives for our region:

1.) Lift economic performance across the Waikato region

2.) Attract, retain and grow investment, talent and business across the region

3.) Champion and provide one voice for economic and business needs and opportunities across the region

Te Waka was born from the economic development ambitions of our region’s councils and businesses. Te Waka, is a limited liability company and is owned by the Waikato Regional Economic Development Trust. This means we are able to be nimble, act independently and move with pace.

Te Waka's offices are based at Waikato Innovation Park, allowing the team to build on the existing community approach of this highly successful economic development initiative.

We will also be out among the Waikato’s business community on a regular basis, connecting with businesses and business leadership groups right across the region.