SWDC invites Respondents who have the capability, experience, and structures to establish and provide ‘business association’ services and support to the business community of the South Waikato.

The South Waikato District Council (SWDC) in partnership with the South Waikato Investment Fund Trust (SWIFT) will provide startup funding (over 3 years) and support to enable a Business Association to establish operations within the district.

The Business Association will work with local businesses to help them thrive and thus catalyse the local economy and labour market. The Business Association will connect into, and work with the wider regional advocacy and business support communicate to articulate and amplify the voice of South Waikato business.