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

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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 Property People Awards 2026

    The Atrium – Wintec
    Hamilton
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  • Women in Property Bay of Plenty | A Seat at the Table

    University of Waikato – Tauranga Campus
    Tauranga
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  • 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 to formulate our local advocacy strategy and plan member events and initiatives in the region.

The current Committee is in effect from 1 November 2025 – 31 October 2026.

Recent Submissions

Submission

Property Council submission on Tauranga City Council’s Draft Development Contributions Policy 2026/27

May 1, 2026

On 1 May 2026, Property Council submitted on Tauranga City Council’s Draft Development Contributions Policy 2026/27. Why this matters to our members The Draft Development Contributions Policy 2026/27 is proposing a 7.3% increase to citywide development contributions. Our view Property Council opposes the 7.3% increase to citywide development contributions, as this sits within wider cost pressures Tauranga developers are facing. Development contributions for a standard three-bedroom dwelling have risen from $12,200 to almost $43,000 since the 2021–2031 Long Term Plan, alongside rising construction, financing, and holding costs. Property Council is concerned these increases will undermine development feasibility and housing delivery, and recommends community infrastructure instead be funded through alternative mechanisms such as targeted rates or user-pays models. At a high

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Submission

Property Council submission on Selwyn District Council’s Draft Annual Plan 2026/27

April 24, 2026

On 24 April 2026, Property Council submitted on Selwyn District Council’s Draft Annual Plan 2026/27. Why this matters to our members The Draft Annual Plan 2026/27 is part of Selwyn District Council’s planning cycle. It outlines what Selwyn District Council proposes to deliver in the coming financial year and how services and activities will be funded. Our view The Draft Annual Plan proposes a range of rates increases, with trade-offs clearly explained, Property Council supports this approach. However, we are concerned about proposals to increase regulatory services fees, particularly building consenting fees, as this will impact project feasibility and investment. A stronger focus is needed on managing expenditure, aligning capital projects to minimise business disruption, improving transparency, and adopting alternative

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Submission

Property Council submission on Dunedin City Council’s Draft Annual Plan 2026/27

April 24, 2026

On 24 April 2026, Property Council submitted on Dunedin City Council’s Draft Annual Plan 2026/27. Why this matters to our members The Draft Annual Plan 2026/27 sets out what Dunedin City Council proposes to achieve in the coming financial year. It explains the services and activities that Dunedin City Council intends to deliver, how it will fund them, and the expected impact on rates and debt. Our view Property Council is concerned that the Draft Annual Plan proposes significant increases to rates and fees, and continuing the rating differential for commercial properties, adding to existing pressures on ratepayers and investment. A stronger focus is needed on managing expenditure, improving transparency, and adopting alternative funding approaches – especially for debt repayment.

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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