A growing and vibrant district with superior economic and social performance
Our Mission
To facilitate the engagement of all economic sectors in our district and to grow economic value
Our Values
Passion for Te Puke
Professionalism
Economic growth through Adaptation, Evolution and Acceleration
What We Do
Promote our district as a premier location to invest, live, work and play
Encourage all of our economic sectors to be strategically aligned to our vision and goals
Help business improve and grow
Attract investment, industry and jobs
Advocate for our members & act in their best interests
Stimulate, capture & develop winning ideas
Communicate via news updates, discussion groups and learning forums
Ensure our district has a voice and recognition
Champion economic growth and prosperity
Provide leadership in building a strong & sustainable Te Puke value proposition
Our Background
On the back of a Global Financial Crisis, a slow NZ economy, PSA and general uncertainty, the Te Puke Economic Development Group was established in 2012 to help deliver economic diversity and growth across the Te Puke District.
Te Puke has a rich history and tapestry. From as early as 1830, it was engaged in International trade, and has seen the development of thriving agricultural and horticultural industries.
Te Puke is recognised as the ‘Kiwifruit Capital of the World’. Sophisticated infrastructure supports Retail, Tourism, Industrial & Service activity.
From the Papamoa Hills to Otamarakau and with a population of 17,000 people, the district is a high achiever across business, the arts, sport and social development.
It’s contribution to New Zealand’s GDP is in excess of $2b. It is centrally located in New Zealand’s ‘Bay of Plenty’ and is a high potential area for continued economic growth and development.
Our Strategic Intent
Te Puke EDG is outcome driven to deliver economic growth and development across our district. Our work is aligned with our Vision and Values and includes the strategic alignment of our various economic sectors.
Strategic Alignment
Strategic Alignment means we endeavour to have our entire community understand, believe in and contribute to planned outcomes that deliver economic growth.
Everything we do must be aligned with our Vision and must be underpinned by our Values.
All of the working parts of a successful economic system have value. Imagine a cohesive, committed and united community, striving to make our district the best it can be and you can envision a delighted, engaged and high performance community that sets the standard for others to aspire to.
Key Economic Sectors
Agri Business
Retail & Town Centre Development
Service Industries
Industrial Development
Commercial Development
Residential Development
Tourism
Iwi
Education
Sport & Recreation
The Environment
Aged Care
Health Care
Arts & Culture
Infrastructure
Alliances
We strive to develop strong alliances with other agencies that can help with economic growth and diversity in our district.
Membership is a demonstration of your support to the continuing growth and development of our district
Membership empowers Te Puke EDG to drive initiatives that will deliver economic growth and sustainability. It ensures we are connected to the wider BOP region and that we have a voice and recognition
Members receive a detailed listing on our website, exclusive regular news updates and preferential access to discussion forums and guest speakers
Te Puke EDG listens to its members and acts in their best interests. Through strong membership we can ensure our economic sectors grow and prosper
Membership Categories
Strategic Partners are major funding contributors
Corporate & Business Membership fees vary according to Turnover (T/O)
Association Members are Community and NFP entities
Supporting Associate Members are non busness individuals and families committed to the growth of our district
