BA5 Hosted by Ministry of Social Development

Connecting local talent with local business

We’re excited to welcome you to a special Business After 5 event hosted by Ministry of Social Development (MSD) alongside North Chamber – featuring MSD’s newly appointed Regional Commissioner, Rena Hona.

This is a fantastic opportunity for the Whangārei business community to connect with Rena: a respected public sector leader who’s recently returned home to Te Tai Tokerau. She brings deep local knowledge, strong relationships with agencies, iwi and communities nationwide, and a clear passion for partnering with businesses to support a strong, resilient Northland economy.

Here’s what’s in store:

✨ Hear directly from Rena about Northland’s workforce strengths and future opportunities.

🤝 Connect with our local Work Broker team and talk about your workforce needs.

🔍 Learn how MSD matches businesses with great candidates, including those with the skills or potential to grow.

📈 Discover practical ways to strengthen your team and support long‑term success.

🌟Network with local businesses – come along and enjoy the usual good chats, drinks and nibbles.

This event is all about how MSD can help local businesses to connect with local talent – giving you insight into how their teams can support your recruitment, training, and long‑term workforce planning.

Don’t miss out – register now and secure your spot!

We look forward to seeing you there for the usual good chats, drinks and nibbles.