Central Region

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

Download the Local Government Briefing Paper

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, affordable and timely infrastructure that enables quality development, investment and growth.” 

Regional Events

  • Central Regional Golf Day 2026

    Tieke Golf Estate
    Rukuhia, Hamilton
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  • Back to Work Lawn Bowls 2027

    Claudelands Bowling Club
    Hamilton
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Central
Regional Committee

The Central Regional Committee assists the Property Council team in formulating our local advocacy strategy and planning member events and initiatives in the region.

The current Committee is in effect from 1 November 2026 to 31 October 2027.

Recent Submissions

Submission

Property Council submission to Wellington City Council on ‘Amalgamation’ consultation

July 17, 2026

On 17 July 2026, Property Council submitted to Wellington City Council on their amalgamation survey consultation. Why this matters to our members Central government announced a new “Headstart” pathway for local government reform, giving local authorities across New Zealand until 9 August 2026 to come up with proposals to join up with neighbouring authorities. There are eight different councils in the Wellington region which could be options for local government reorganisation. Any councils that decide not to take the Head Start pathway, or cannot agree on a new arrangement, will enter a compulsory amalgamation process after the 2028 local government elections (“Back Stop”). Our view Property Council supports local government amalgamation and commends Wellington City Council for considering options to

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Submission

Property Council submission to Hamilton City Council on ‘Simplifying Local Government’ consultation

July 3, 2026

On 3 July 2026, Property Council submitted to Hamilton City Council on the Simplifying Local Government consultation. Why this matters to our members Central government announced a new “Headstart” pathway for local government reform, giving local authorities across New Zealand until 9 August 2026 to come up with proposals to join up with neighbouring authorities. Hamilton City Council is considering six different options for local government reorganisation. Any councils that decide not to take the Head Start pathway, or cannot agree on a new arrangement, will enter a compulsory amalgamation process after the 2028 local government elections (“Back Stop”). Our view Property Council supports local government amalgamation and commends Hamilton City Council for considering options to reorganise under the Head

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Submission

Property Council submission to Tauranga City Council on ‘Simplifying Local Government’ consultation

July 1, 2026

On 1 July 2026, Property Council submitted to Tauranga City Council on the Simplifying Local Government consultation. Why this matters to our members Central government announced a new “Headstart” pathway for local government reform, giving local authorities across New Zealand until 9 August 2026 to come up with proposals to join up with neighbouring authorities. Tauranga City Council are considering three different options for local government reorganisation. Any councils that decide not to take the Head Start pathway, or cannot agree on a new arrangement, will enter a compulsory amalgamation process after the 2028 local government elections (“Back Stop”). Our view Property Council supports local government amalgamation and commends Tauranga City Council for considering options to reorganise under the Head

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Contact Us

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:

Sarah Rundstrom

Central Regional Manager

021 951 150
sarah@propertynz.co.nz