Business Support

Many agencies throughout the region are ready and willing to help your business hit the ground running.

Eastern Bay of Plenty Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber of Commerce is a proactive organisation, connecting businesspeople with one another, providing services, and consulting with councils.

Toi-EDA

Toi-EDA is the regional Economic Development Agency whose purpose and vision is to grow the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Their primary goals are to attract people to work, live and play in the Eastern Bay of Plenty; support Maori economic development activity; support and develop industry and advocate for improved infrastructure and transportation.

Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment

MBIE’S purpose is to Grow New Zealand for all.  To this they help businesses become more productive and internationally competitive and by increasing opportunities for all New Zealanders to contribute to the economy.  For those considering setting up a business in the Eastern Bay there is a wealth of information on their website mbie.govt.nz.

Kawerau Enterprise Agency

Kawerau Enterprise Agency has been working to improve the economic wellbeing of Kawerau for 30 years. KEA aims to maximise use of resources, grow existing businesses and attract new businesses. KEA is an independent, self-financing organisation.

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise provides access to experienced people, market knowledge and qualified opportunities to help new businesses grow and succeed in the global economy.