Central Region
Central Property Quiz Night
A night of laughter, rivalry, and quick-fire questions awaits At the annual Central Quiz Night, held at Zone Sports Bar and hosted by quizmaster Campbell Dawson, minds will be
Welcome to
Te Puku-o-Te-Ika-a-Māui
The Central region is fast becoming New Zealand’s best place to live, work and do business.
Waikato and the Bay of Plenty are in a unique position, leveraging off the economic drive of the ‘Golden Triangle’. Our region is a key North Island hub, poised to respond positively to the planned transport connections to Auckland.
The Central Committee advocates for a thriving commercial property industry that has a positive impact on the region and its people. With substantial population growth forecasted in the region over the next 30 years, a comprehensive sub-regional spatial plan that outlines where future development will occur is needed.
We are calling for an integrated approach to planning that will provide investment certainty for the industry and ensure a diversified, modern economy that grows jobs and enables the property sector to thrive.
Morgan Jones
Veros Property
Central Regional Chair
Central
Advocacy Priority
In the regions, our regular projects include Long-term Plans, Annual Plans, District and Spatial Plans, rates differentials and development contributions. In addition to this, each Regional Committee also choose one priority to focus on for the year, with Central’s being:
"A thriving and resilient region with effective infrastructure and transport that enables development."
Regional Events
Central Region
Site Tour: Northern Quarter, Tauranga
Join us for an exclusive site tour of Northern Quarter, a bold new development redefining the way we work and connect in Tauranga’s city centre. Home to Holland Beckett’s
Central Region
Tauranga Library & Community Hub Site Tour
Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the first building under construction as part of Te Manawataki o Te Papa, the project set to transform Tauranga’s civic precinct.
Central
Regional Committee
The Central Regional Committee assists the Property Council team to formulate our local advocacy strategy and plan member events and initiatives in the region.
The current Committee is in effect from 1 November 2024.
Local Government
Briefing Paper
The Local Government Briefing Paper has been produced in advance of the 2025 Local Government Elections to provide candidates – many of whom are unfamiliar with the property industry – with a simple guide to the challenges faced, solutions available and potential impact for their city or region.
The document outlines five key workstreams:
- Foster stronger relationships with the property sector
- Improve local government funding and financing
- Fairer investment in infrastructure
- Connect regional planning and transport; and
- Increase housing supply and improve consenting.
Singing off the same song sheet nationwide also helps ensure consistency across our national and regional advocacy workstreams. It is a working document that will evolve over time as policies are announced and issues arise, with the current version available for download by members upon logging in here. 👉
Book your tickets!
Thursday 24 October 2024
Wintec, Hamilton
The Central Property People Awards celebrate and recognise the people behind the projects in the Waikato and Bay of Plenty regions.
Tickets for the Central Property People Awards are now available – book today!
Recent Submissions
Submission
Property Council submission to Christchurch City Council on speed limits surrounding One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha
July 8, 2025
On 8 July 2025, the Property Council submitted on speed limits surrounding One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha. Why this matters to our members Our members invest in Christchurch and wish to see a vibrant and functional city. Our view We recommend that Christchurch City Council retain the existing 50km/h speed limit on the surrounding streets of Te Kaha and retain the current 30km/h speed limit on Lichfield Street. In the current tight fiscal environment, this is a sensible approach, as average operating speeds already range between 21km/h and 41km/h. This allows the Council to achieve its safety objectives without incurring the $14,000 implementation cost of changing speed limits. Read the full submission
Submission
Property Council submission on the Public Works Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill 2025.
June 12, 2025
On 12 June 2025, the Property Council submitted on the Public Works Amendment (Critical Infrastructure) Bill 2025. Why this matters to our members The Bill aims to streamline land acquisition processes for public works related to projects listed in Schedule 2 of the Fast-track Approvals Act 2024, as well as Roads of National Significance. It recognises the importance of delivering essential infrastructure in a timely manner, while also ensuring that property owners whose land or interests are affected are appropriately compensated. Our view We support the overall intent of the Bill and welcome the Bill’s aim to reduce procedural delays and to promote more direct, transparent, and timely engagement between landowners and decision-makers. Read the full submission.
Submission
Property Council submission on Waipā District Council Local Water Done Well
June 6, 2025
On 9 June 2025, the Property Council submitted on Waipā District Council’s Local Water Done Well. Why this matters to our members The proposal for Waipā District Council to form a multi-Council Controlled Organisation (CCO) governed by an independent Board of Directors is important for our members as it will allow for a more strategic approach to decision-making and asset management. Our view We support the establishment of a CCO between Waipā District Council and Matamata-Piako, Hauraki, Ōtorohanga, Waitomo, South Waikato and Taupō to enhance governance standards and enable strategic, coordinated decision-making for water infrastructure. Councils across New Zealand have historically underinvested in infrastructure, resulting in today’s funding and financing challenges. The establishment of a CCO would allow a separate
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Help champion the
Central property industry
Property Council has several dynamic and engaged member taskforces and committees, who provide insight and support our team with a range of initiatives. These groups are ever-changing and are open to all members.
We also have numerous opportunities for sponsors to partner with us to produce and support local events.
Please contact your Regional Manager for further information:
