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SUMMARY:NBEA 2025 | Coaching Clinic
DESCRIPTION:If you are thinking of entering the 2025 Northland Business Excellence Awards this year then please join us at our first Awards Coaching Clinic in Whangārei. Here you will meet the support team\, talk through the entry process including our updated entry form and guidelines\, hear about our upgraded value proposition\, and find out why entering the Awards is excellent for business. \nNote | There is no online option. In person event only.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/nbea-2025-coaching-clinic/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:EVENT FULL - MITO Northland Business Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS NOW FULL – PLEASE NOTE WE ARE NO LONGER TAKING BOOKINGS.\nTHANK YOU. \nYou are invited to a Northland business breakfast event hosted by MITO. \nPlease join us for a light breakfast on Wednesday 7 May at 8.00am – 9.30am at the Pavilion Cobham Oval\, Whangārei where you will: \n\nMeet the MITO team\nExplore new training opportunities\nNetwork\nHear about sector success stories.\n\nWe are looking forward to connecting with you and other representatives from our industries: \n\nLight and heavy automotive\nCollision repair\nCommercial road transport\nDrilling\, mining\, and quarrying.\n\n\nAbout MITO | We support on-job learning for people working in the automotive\, commercial road transport\, extractives\, drilling\, gas and logistics industries. We work with learners\, their employers and training providers\, to ensure people get the best possible opportunities to learn and advance their career\, while developing a skilled workforce for the industries we serve. More.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/mito-northland-business-breakfast/
LOCATION:The Pavilion\, Cobham Oval\, 79 Okara Drive\, Whangārei\, 0110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250514T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250514T190000
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SUMMARY:BA5 | Hosted by North Haven Hospice
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate Hospice Awareness Week.  Learn more about what North Haven Hospice does in our community\, take a tour behind the scenes of the Retail Shop in the CBD and enjoy an exclusive shopping experience. We’ll dispel some myths about hospice and answer questions you’ve always wanted to ask. \nNorth Haven Hospice cares for and supports people\, their families and whanau to live while coping with grief and the end of life. Over 95% of our work happens in people’s homes where they want to be. We don’t charge for our services and have been a Northland community charity since 1985. \nWe look forward to seeing you\, showing you around our home away from home and networking over nibbles and drinks. \nThis event is kindly sponsored by Craig’s Investment Partners.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-hosted-by-north-have-hospice/
LOCATION:North Haven Hospice\, 39 Robert Street\, Whangārei\, 0110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250611T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250611T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T202753Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED BA5 | Hosted by VisualTech
DESCRIPTION:Due to unforeseen circumstances\, the host has had to cancel this event. We apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused. \nSave the date to join the team at VisualTech as they showcase some of their awesome technology for business including state of the art digital signage and interactive displays. The usual good chats\, drinks and nibbles will follow. \nMore information to come.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-hosted-by-visualtech/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250617T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250617T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T021536Z
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SUMMARY:Westpac Smarts | Say YES to the Future!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for croissants and coffee and take this opportunity to fill your cup with a welcome dose of optimism about the future. \nSpend some time with Gary Larkin\, the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) Coordinator for Northland\, and you’ll begin to understand where all the good energy comes from. Gary has the enviable role of working with incredible young people in secondary schools fostering innovation\, leadership\, and entrepreneurial spirit through the YES programme\, supporting young entrepreneurs to start and run their own businesses. Their vision is to inspire students and unleash entrepreneurs for a more prosperous New Zealand. \nGary will share insights into the Northland programme\, the challenges\, and some of the incredible success stories\, including our own home-grown talent such as Josh Burns from Up Imagery and others. \nThis event will be a wonderful chance to connect with others in business\, draw some inspiration\, and learn more about the programme\, people\, and young entrepreneurs shaping the future of business in our community.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/westpac-smarts-say-yes-to-the-future/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250618T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250618T190000
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SUMMARY:Business After 5 | Winter Warmup
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a bit of winter warm-up at this special BA5 connecting in NorthChamber’s newest members\, their board and our wider business community at the Hundertwasser. \nOur team member Paulette often jokes that joining NorthChamber is a bit like joining a gym. So\, we are proposing a little Chamber workout that looks like this: \n\nAn early evening of delicious canapes and drinks courtesy of our friends at Visual Tech.\nA guided tour of the beautiful afforested roof and cupola overlooking the nightscape of the Hatea River with Hundertwasser Art Centre director Joost de Bruin (weather permitting).\nPlus\, a not too strenuous ‘meet and greet activity’ facilitated by our CEO Leah McKerrow\, which she guarantees will give you some networking gains and business muscle.\n\nIt promises to be a great antidote to the winter weather and a boost of new connections\, energy and insights for you and your business. \nPlease join us for this Business After 5 event.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-new-member/
LOCATION:Hundertwasser Art Centre\, 81 Dent St\, Whangarei\, 0110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250625T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250625T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
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SUMMARY:Making Safety Work 2.0 with Matt Schlapfer
DESCRIPTION:NorthChamber is excited to continue the Making Safety Work series. In partnership with Nextera and Golden Bay Cement\, we are excited that Matt Schlapfer will return to further advance error reduction for organisations. \nHow do we reduce risks\, especially those attributed to people in our day-to-day operations? This is a critical question for many business operators large and small\, particularly for organisations operating in high-risk environments. Understanding and managing people’s personal tendencies can unlock better outcomes that reduce errors\, improve safety\, reliability\, productivity\, and effectiveness in the workplace. \nPlease join us for this dive into how the practical application of Human and Organisational Performance (HOP) tools can transform the way work gets done. \n\nThis is not just theory – explore real-world tools and methods to make safety work practically.\nLearn more about how different personalities\, communication styles and behavioural tendencies impact your H&S outcomes.\nUnderstand how managing personality tendencies can unlock better outcomes when the right tools are applied the right way.\nTake tools and principles away that you can start embedding into daily operations for not only sustainable H&S outcomes but overall performance improvement.\n\nHere’s some comments from our last Making Safety Work 1.0 session: \n“I wanted to extend my heartfelt thanks for the exceptional Health and Safety session you conducted.  The engaging approach made the session both informative and enjoyable” \n “A fantastic event – went in without any expectations and was blown away.  Has sparked a lot of conversations post event. Very well run with great structure”. \nWho should attend? \nThis Keynote and Workshop is for anyone ready to move beyond talking about compliance safety and wants some new tools to make safety work pragmatically.  You can start embedding these principles and tools into daily operations for not only sustainable H&S outcomes but performance improvement overall in your business. This is relevant to small business owners. \nFormat \n9.30am-10.00am | Meet and greet and networking\n10.00am – 12.00pm | Welcome and Keynote from Matt Schlapfer\n12.00pm-12.45pm | Lunch (included with ticket)\n12.45pm – 3.00pm | Workshop Rotation\n3.00pm – 3.30pm | Wrap up and Key Takeaways \nWorkshop 1 | Matt Schlapfer – Understanding Deviations\nThis 60-min how-to workshop will dive into the what’s\, how’s\, and whys of people deviating from guidance and will provide the Deviation Analysis tool to assist you in managing the errors\, deviations\, and violations associated with work-as-imagined versus work-as-done.  It isn’t just a concept\, there are methods\, systems\, processes\, and tools to better understand and manage them. \nWorkshop 2 | Di Ah-Chan – Lifting Risk Capability\n \nHow can assurance look with contemporary safety tools?  This contemporary HSW workshop provides you with skills to expand compliance assurance to risk capable assurance where people will enjoy the visit! We will explore where you can integrate your new tools to strengthen obligations\, manage risk better and improve your operational excellence. The session will unpack the improvement cycle to move our verification and audit process to one that incorporates and provide insights into Work as Imagined vs Work as Done. \nBONUS | When you purchase tickets you will be sent a link to unlock your own personality tendencies. e-Colours is a simple yet highly effective tool that highlights different personality styles\, communication styles and behavioral tendencies. As a group we’re going to take those insights and elevate our conversation. Purchase your tickets and complete the e-colours quiz by 10 June 2025 then you’ll receive free e-colour bands to use during the Workshop. \n\n  \nOur sincere thanks to Golden Bay Cement and NextEra for supporting us to bring Matt Schlapfer back to Northland for a Keynote and Workshop on Advanced Error Reduction in Organisations.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/save-the-date-making-safety-work-2-0/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250703T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250703T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
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SUMMARY:Kerikeri Lunch | Northland Business Connect with Minister Chris Penk
DESCRIPTION:NorthChamber and Kerikeri District Business Assocation are pleased to bring the Hon. Minister Chris Penk to connect with Northland businesses in Kerikeri. \nChris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nGiven Minister Penk’s broad range of portfolios\, this is an excellent opportunity to engage directly with him and other business leaders to discuss the priority and focus of the Government. It is also an opportunity to explore your needs around the economy and issues affecting small businesses in our region. \n \n\nAbout Minister Chris Penk | Chris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nChris studied at the University of Auckland\, gaining a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours). After his initial studies\, he joined the Royal New Zealand Navy\, serving on frigate HMNZS Te Kaha\, and then the submarine squadron of Australia’s Navy.  After practising law for a number of years\, including in a firm he co-founded\, Chris entered Parliament in 2017 to represent the then-Helensville electorate.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/kerikeri-lunch-northland-business-connect-with-minister-chris-penk/
LOCATION:Plough and Feather\, 215 Kerikeri Road\, Kerikeri\, Northland\, 0230
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250703T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250703T160000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250617T012623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T022450Z
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SUMMARY:[Private Event] Business Bay of Islands Afternoon Tea with Minister Chris Penk
DESCRIPTION:Business Bay of Islands in partnership with NorthChamber are pleased to bring the Hon. Minister Chris Penk to connect with Northland businesses. This is a private\, invite only opportunity for Business Bay of Islands members only. \nChris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nGiven Minister Penk’s broad range of portfolios\, this is an excellent opportunity to engage directly with him and other business leaders to discuss the priority and focus of the Government. It is also an opportunity to explore your needs around the economy and issues affecting small businesses in our region. \n\nAbout Minister Chris Penk | Chris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nChris studied at the University of Auckland\, gaining a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours). After his initial studies\, he joined the Royal New Zealand Navy\, serving on frigate HMNZS Te Kaha\, and then the submarine squadron of Australia’s Navy.  After practising law for a number of years\, including in a firm he co-founded\, Chris entered Parliament in 2017 to represent the then-Helensville electorate.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/private-event-boi-business-association-afternoon-tea-with-minister-chris-penk/
LOCATION:Whare Waka Cafe\, 1 Tau Henare Drive\, Waitangi\, Waitangi\, Northland\, 0293
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250704T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250704T093000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
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SUMMARY:Whangārei Breakfast | Northland Business Connect with Minister Chris Penk
DESCRIPTION:NorthChamber are pleased to bring the Hon. Minister Chris Penk to connect with Northland businesses in Whangārei \nChris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nGiven Minister Penk’s broad range of portfolios\, this is an excellent opportunity to engage directly with him and other business leaders to discuss the priority and focus of the Government. It is also an opportunity to explore your needs around the economy and issues affecting small businesses in our region. \n\nAbout Minister Chris Penk | Chris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nChris studied at the University of Auckland\, gaining a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours). After his initial studies\, he joined the Royal New Zealand Navy\, serving on frigate HMNZS Te Kaha\, and then the submarine squadron of Australia’s Navy.  After practising law for a number of years\, including in a firm he co-founded\, Chris entered Parliament in 2017 to represent the then-Helensville electorate.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/whangarei-breakfast-minister-chris-penks-tour-of-northland/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250704T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250704T133000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
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SUMMARY:Marsden Lunch | Northland Business Connect with Minister Chris Penk
DESCRIPTION:NorthChamber are pleased to bring the Hon. Minister Chris Penk to connect with Northland businesses in Bream Bay. \nChris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nGiven Minister Penk’s broad range of portfolios\, this is an excellent opportunity to engage directly with him and other business leaders to discuss the priority and focus of the Government. It is also an opportunity to explore your needs around the economy and issues affecting small businesses in our region. \n\nAbout Minister Chris Penk | Chris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nChris studied at the University of Auckland\, gaining a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours). After his initial studies\, he joined the Royal New Zealand Navy\, serving on frigate HMNZS Te Kaha\, and then the submarine squadron of Australia’s Navy.  After practising law for a number of years\, including in a firm he co-founded\, Chris entered Parliament in 2017 to represent the then-Helensville electorate. \n 
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/marsden-lunch-northland-business-connect-with-minister-chris-penk/
LOCATION:Oregano Restaurant\, 5/30 Rauiri Drive\, Marsden Cove\, Northland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250704T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250704T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T013940Z
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SUMMARY:Mangawhai Afternoon Tea | Northland Business Connect with Minister Chris Penk
DESCRIPTION:NorthChamber are pleased to bring the Hon. Minister Chris Penk to connect with Northland businesses in Mangawhai. \nChris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nGiven Minister Penk’s broad range of portfolios\, this is an excellent opportunity to engage directly with the Minister and other business leaders to discuss the priority and focus of the Government. It is also an opportunity to explore key concerns around the economy and issues affecting small businesses in our region. \n\nAbout Minister Chris Penk | Chris Penk is the Minister for Building and Construction\, Minister for Land Information\, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing\, Minister for Veterans\, Associate Minister of Defence and Associate Minister of Immigration. He is also local MP for the Kaipara ki Mahurangi electorate in Auckland’s rural north and northwest. \nChris studied at the University of Auckland\, gaining a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws (Honours). After his initial studies\, he joined the Royal New Zealand Navy\, serving on frigate HMNZS Te Kaha\, and then the submarine squadron of Australia’s Navy.  After practising law for a number of years\, including in a firm he co-founded\, Chris entered Parliament in 2017 to represent the then-Helensville electorate.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/mangawhai-afternoon-tea-northland-business-connect-with-minister-chris-penk/
LOCATION:Kaipara District Council\, 1c Molesworth Drive\, Mangawhai\, Northland\, 0540
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250709T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250709T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250415T215606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T202640Z
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SUMMARY:BA5 | Hosted by Habit Health and EAP Services
DESCRIPTION:Research tells us social connection has been shown to reduce the risk of chronic disease\, decrease anxiety and depression\, boost self-esteem and improve overall mental health! Who knew a Business After 5 (BA5) could do so much for you?  \nThe good news is that this month’s BA5 offers even more benefits. Join Joanne\, Nicky and some of their team from EAP Services (Employee Assistance Programme) and Habit Health to discover what an incredible range of services they offer that supports and promotes happier\, healthier people and workplaces in Northland. Learn how they can help your organisation to adopt a proactive\, preventative approach to mental health and wellbeing\, all the while indulging in a little bit of ‘social therapy’ for you and your business’s wellbeing over good chats\, drinks\, nibbles and some strategic networking. \nNote | numbers are limited for this event – book in early so as not to disappoint. \n\nAbout EAP Services | AEAP Services (Employee Assistance Programme) with Habit Health provide wellbeing support to New Zealanders to create happier\, healthier workplaces. EAP Services provides wraparound mental health support for the emotional\, social\, and practical needs of your team. Their services are delivered by a multidisciplinary team of counsellors\, personal trainers\, physiotherapists\, advisors and educators. \nJoin the team from EAP Services and learn about how they can help your organisation to adopt a proactive\, preventative approach to mental health and wellbeing within your workplace. Plus\, there will be the usual good chats\, drinks and nibbles. We’d love to see you there!
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-hosted-by-habit-health-and-eap-services/
LOCATION:Habit Health / EAP Services\, Unit 6\, 32/48 Reyburn Street\,\, Whangārei\, 0110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250710T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
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SUMMARY:[Private Event] The Pick Pitch Night
DESCRIPTION:Over the last 10 weeks we have been working with 70 dedicated Te Tai Tokerau Northland entrepreneurs to help bring their business dreams to fruition. \nIdeas have been refined\, markets identified\, competitors have been analysed\, and our finalists are now ready to present their business concept for formal judging. \nNB | This is a private\, invite only event. \n\nThank you to our valued sponsors: \n \n \n 
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/private-event-the-pick-pitch-night/
LOCATION:Te Iwi Tahi (Whangārei Civic Building)\, 9 Rust Ave\, Whangarei\, Northland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250723T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250723T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250609T011706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T013213Z
UID:16951-1753291800-1753299000@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Why Northland? [Private Event]
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Tupu Tonu – Ngāpuhi Investment Fund and NorthChamber\, we’re delighted to invite you to the launch of the Northland Corporate Group’s new economic insights at The Beehive’s Banquet Hall in Wellington this July. \nKa Tutuki i a Te Tai Tokerau He Mana Whakahī ā-Rohe mō te Oranga Rawa ā-Motu\nTe Tai Tokerau Northland Delivers – A Regional Powerhouse for National Prosperity \nThe report\, developed with the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research\, looks at the GDP growth potential and more the region could deliver – both locally and nationally. This is an opportunity to understand the value Tai Tokerau Northland has to support Aotearoa New Zealand’s further growth and prosperity. \nCatering | Catering and drinks will be provided.\nRSVP | Please RSVP below by 3 July\nNB | This is a private event. Your invite will have been sent from Leah McKerrow (ceo@northchamber.co.nz). \n\nNorthland Corporate Group | The Northland Corporate Group is a consortium of large businesses in Te Tai Tokerau with a shared vision of fostering economic prosperity in the region. The consortium\, comprised of McKay\, Northpower\, Channel Infrastructure NZ\, Culham Engineering\, and Marsden Maritime Holdings have a combined annual turnover which exceeds $1b\, they employ more than 3\,500 people and deliver essential services across the entire region of Northland. \nTupu Tonu | is an investment fund for building Ngāpuhi prosperity overseeing a portfolio of high-performing commercial assets that can be offered to Ngāpuhi in future Treaty negotiations\, and to distribute a portion of the profits back to Ngāpuhi hapū\, whānau and uri.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/why-northland/
LOCATION:The Banquet Hall\, The Beehive\, 1 Molesworth Street\, Pipitea\, Wellington\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250729T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250729T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250716T033732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T035119Z
UID:17984-1753810200-1753815600@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:BA5 Hosted by Northpower Fibre (Dargaville)
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to be bringing this very special BA5 to Dargaville.  \nIn addition to the usual good chats\, drinks and nibbles\, you’ll hear from the CEO of Northpower Fibre\, Darren Mason\, about fibre connectivity\, durability\, and dependability for Dargaville and surrounds. Get an understanding of the work they have done to build more resiliency for Dargaville\, Ruawai\, Paparoa\, and Maungaturoto customers. This investment has been done in response to the outage caused by the main fibre transmission cable strike in Tangowahine in January this year. \nPlease join us and the Northpower Fibre team for this BA5 – please note this event is held on Tuesday 29th July. \n 
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-hosted-by-northpower-fibre-dargaville/
LOCATION:The Seed\, 42 Victoria St\, Fosters Arcade\, Dargaville
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250730T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250730T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250626T010102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250717T012612Z
UID:17502-1753867800-1753893000@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:[EVENT FULL] Strengthening Workplace Communities Workshop
DESCRIPTION:To join the waitlist\, please email office@northchamber.co.nz. We’ll be in touch if a place becomes available. \nStrengthening Workplace Communities One Conversation at a Time – A one-day workshop for creating engaging relationships & having courageous conversations \nWhen did you last review your communication skills?\nCommunicating effectively is vital to succeeding as a leader and business owner both personally & professionally. Expressing your ideas and views clearly\, confidently\, and concisely\, can be easily learned. When you can get your point across in a considerate manner and really hear and understand others\, you have the foundation skills to resolve differences and easily generate win-win results. \nWho should attend?\nBusiness owners\, leaders\, supervisors & team leaders who want to communicate clearly and easily to achieve outcomes in any situation. This is a great workshop for up-levelling skills to support people connection & problem-solving. \nTopics and learning outcomes:\nThis workshop covers the fundamental skills required to create relationships and successful outcomes for yourself\, your organisation or business and others. You’ll leave with an understanding of how to communicate with more clarity and impact\, in any of your relationships. You’ll learn: \n\nVital skills to keep connected with others personally and professionally.\nHow to create a focus for productive conversations.\nWays to support others in need.\nHow to get what you want while maintaining relationships.\nStrategies to effectively deal with disagreement.\n\nCost\nFREE for NorthChamber and Business Association Members\n$15+GST for Non-members
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/strengthening-workplace-communities-workshop/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250806T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250806T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250626T233512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T222524Z
UID:17580-1754501400-1754506800@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:[EVENT FULL] BA5 Hosted by Port Nikau
DESCRIPTION:A new\, high-quality residential development is coming to Whangārei and the team at Port Nikau are really excited to share it with you. \nThe future of residential development looks vastly different to that of 10 or even 20 years ago. The days of the quarter acre residential section are evolving\, as access to land becomes more difficult and people are choosing to live in more sustainable\, connected communities where resources\, such as green spaces\, can be shared\, rather than everyone needing their own backyard. \nThe Master Plan for Port Nikau’s 100-hectare modern waterfront community has been thoughtfully designed to create a relaxed urban lifestyle offering convenience and connection. Residential Stage 1 Arataki marks the beginning of this exciting development. \nPlease come along to hear from the team behind Port Nikau about the Master Plan\, planned community amenities and connections to Whangārei as well as plans for the future including a town centre and sporting facilities. This development is set to be a great asset to Whangārei and marks an exciting time in the growth of\, and investment in\, the city. \nPlease come along to what is sure to be a very informative BA5 and enjoy the usual good chats\, drinks\, and nibbles. \n\nAbout Port Nikau | The Port Nikau Development represents over a decade of planning\, with the vision to create a new way of living for Whangārei. The development represents 100 hectares of residential\, commercial and marine opportunities\, which will come to life in the next 5-10 years. \nMore – www.portnikau.co.nz \n 
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-hosted-by-port-nikau/
LOCATION:Port Nikau\, 325 Port Road\, Whangarei
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250812T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250812T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250720T205820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T023322Z
UID:18051-1755018000-1755023400@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ministerial Inquiry into Retail Crime - Kaitaia
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner\, manager\, or leader in a retail business? We invite you to join us in this vitally important series of events that will help shape the government’s response to retail crime in Northland. \nThe Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime is seeking your feedback through a series of events around Northland aimed at shaping the Government’s response to rising retail crime in Northland. Retail crime currently costs the country $2.7 billion annually\, this is an important conversation. The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime have been consulting with business communities around the country\, and now it is Northland’s turn\, your feedback will help shape the government’s response to the escalation of retail crime in our communities. \nWhat to expect | There will be a short presentation by representatives from the Ministerial Advisory Group on the Group’s work\, followed by a Q&A. Please sign up below to attend an event near you and come prepared\, the Advisory Group wants to hear your thoughts and how you’re feeling as a retail business owner. You will also come away with an understanding of the tools and key initiatives that are being put in place to help mitigate against retail crime occurrence. \n  \n\nAbout Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime | The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime was established by the Minister of Justice\, Hon Paul Goldsmith\, and the Associate Minister of Justice\, Hon Nicole McKee\, on 11 July 2024. Besides the Chair\, the advisory group comprises four members with extensive expertise across the retail sector. The Advisory Group was established to provide the Ministers with high quality\, independent advice\, develop practical\, evidence-based proposals\, policies\, and legislative recommendations to tackle urgent issues related to retail crime. The Group’s mandate is to table proposed legislation for the Government to consider as part of its plan to restore law and order including options on how security guards and business owners can better protect themselves.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/kaitaia-ministerial-inquiry-into-retail-crime/
LOCATION:Kaitaia Digital Hub\, 66 Commerce St\, Kaitaia\, 0410\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250813T073000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250813T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250720T210343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T222415Z
UID:18058-1755070200-1755075600@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ministerial Inquiry into Retail Crime - Kaikohe
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner\, manager\, or leader in a retail business? We invite you to join us in this vitally important series of events that will help shape the government’s response to retail crime in Northland. \nThe Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime is seeking your feedback through a series of events around Northland aimed at shaping the Government’s response to rising retail crime in Northland. Retail crime currently costs the country $2.7 billion annually\, this is an important conversation. The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime have been consulting with business communities around the country\, and now it is Northland’s turn\, your feedback will help shape the government’s response to the escalation of retail crime in our communities. \nWhat to expect | There will be a short presentation by representatives from the Ministerial Advisory Group on the Group’s work\, followed by a Q&A. Please sign up below to attend an event near you and come prepared\, the Advisory Group wants to hear your thoughts and how you’re feeling as a retail business owner. You will also come away with an understanding of the tools and key initiatives that are being put in place to help mitigate against retail crime occurrence. \nThis event will be held in the Totara Room at Ngawha Innovation & Enterprise Park\, 5449A State Highway 12\, Kaikohe 0472 \n  \n\nAbout Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime | The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime was established by the Minister of Justice\, Hon Paul Goldsmith\, and the Associate Minister of Justice\, Hon Nicole McKee\, on 11 July 2024. Besides the Chair\, the advisory group comprises four members with extensive expertise across the retail sector. The Advisory Group was established to provide the Ministers with high quality\, independent advice\, develop practical\, evidence-based proposals\, policies\, and legislative recommendations to tackle urgent issues related to retail crime. The Group’s mandate is to table proposed legislation for the Government to consider as part of its plan to restore law and order including options on how security guards and business owners can better protect themselves.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/kaikohe-ministerial-inquiry-into-retail-crime/
LOCATION:Ngawha Innovation and Enterprise Park\, 5449a State Highway 12\, Kaikohe\, Northland\, 0405\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250813T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250813T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250720T210143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T023232Z
UID:18054-1755106200-1755111600@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ministerial Inquiry into Retail Crime - Kerikeri
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner\, manager\, or leader in a retail business? We invite you to join us in this vitally important series of events that will help shape the government’s response to the escalation of retail crime in Northland. \nThe Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime is seeking your feedback through a series of events around Northland aimed at shaping the Government’s response to rising retail crime in Northland. Retail crime currently costs the country $2.7 billion annually\, this is an important conversation. The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime have been consulting with business communities around the country\, and now it is Northland’s turn\, your feedback will help shape the government’s response to the escalation of retail crime in our communities. \nWhat to expect | There will be a short presentation by representatives from the Ministerial Advisory Group on the Group’s work\, followed by a Q&A. Please sign up below to attend an event near you and come prepared\, the Advisory Group wants to hear your thoughts and how you’re feeling as a retail business owner. You will also come away with an understanding of the tools and key initiatives that are being put in place to help mitigate against retail crime occurrence. \n  \n\nAbout Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime | The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime was established by the Minister of Justice\, Hon Paul Goldsmith\, and the Associate Minister of Justice\, Hon Nicole McKee\, on 11 July 2024. Besides the Chair\, the advisory group comprises four members with extensive expertise across the retail sector. The Advisory Group was established to provide the Ministers with high quality\, independent advice\, develop practical\, evidence-based proposals\, policies\, and legislative recommendations to tackle urgent issues related to retail crime. The Group’s mandate is to table proposed legislation for the Government to consider as part of its plan to restore law and order including options on how security guards and business owners can better protect themselves.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/kerikeri-ministerial-inquiry-into-retail-crime/
LOCATION:The Turner Centre\, 43 Cobham Road\, Kerikeri\, Northland\, 0230\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250814T073000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250814T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250720T210657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T023214Z
UID:18063-1755156600-1755162000@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ministerial Inquiry into Retail Crime - Whangārei
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner\, manager\, or leader in a retail business? We invite you to join us in this vitally important series of events that will help shape the government’s response to retail crime in Northland. \nThe Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime is seeking your feedback through a series of events around Northland aimed at shaping the Government’s response to rising retail crime in Northland. Retail crime currently costs the country $2.7 billion annually\, this is an important conversation. The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime have been consulting with business communities around the country\, and now it is Northland’s turn\, your feedback will help shape the government’s response to the escalation of retail crime in our communities. \nWhat to expect | There will be a short presentation by representatives from the Ministerial Advisory Group on the Group’s work\, followed by a Q&A. Please sign up below to attend an event near you and come prepared\, the Advisory Group wants to hear your thoughts and how you’re feeling as a retail business owner. You will also come away with an understanding of the tools and key initiatives that are being put in place to help mitigate against retail crime occurrence. \n  \n\nAbout Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime | The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime was established by the Minister of Justice\, Hon Paul Goldsmith\, and the Associate Minister of Justice\, Hon Nicole McKee\, on 11 July 2024. Besides the Chair\, the advisory group comprises four members with extensive expertise across the retail sector. The Advisory Group was established to provide the Ministers with high quality\, independent advice\, develop practical\, evidence-based proposals\, policies\, and legislative recommendations to tackle urgent issues related to retail crime. The Group’s mandate is to table proposed legislation for the Government to consider as part of its plan to restore law and order including options on how security guards and business owners can better protect themselves.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/whangarei-ministerial-inquiry-into-retail-crime/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250814T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250814T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250720T210936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T222920Z
UID:18070-1755190800-1755196200@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Ministerial Inquiry into Retail Crime - Dargaville
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner\, manager\, or leader in a retail business? We invite you to join us in this vitally important series of events that will help shape the government’s response to retail crime in Northland. \nThe Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime is seeking your feedback through a series of events around Northland aimed at shaping the Government’s response to rising retail crime in Northland. Retail crime currently costs the country $2.7 billion annually\, this is an important conversation. The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime have been consulting with business communities around the country\, and now it is Northland’s turn\, your feedback will help shape the government’s response to the escalation of retail crime in our communities. \nWhat to expect | There will be a short presentation by representatives from the Ministerial Advisory Group on the Group’s work\, followed by a Q&A. Please sign up below to attend an event near you and come prepared\, the Advisory Group wants to hear your thoughts and how you’re feeling as a retail business owner. You will also come away with an understanding of the tools and key initiatives that are being put in place to help mitigate against retail crime occurrence. \n  \n\nAbout Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime | The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime was established by the Minister of Justice\, Hon Paul Goldsmith\, and the Associate Minister of Justice\, Hon Nicole McKee\, on 11 July 2024. Besides the Chair\, the advisory group comprises four members with extensive expertise across the retail sector. The Advisory Group was established to provide the Ministers with high quality\, independent advice\, develop practical\, evidence-based proposals\, policies\, and legislative recommendations to tackle urgent issues related to retail crime. The Group’s mandate is to table proposed legislation for the Government to consider as part of its plan to restore law and order including options on how security guards and business owners can better protect themselves.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/dargaville-ministerial-inquiry-into-retail-crime/
LOCATION:The Dargaville Club\, 53-55 Victoria Street\, Dargaville\, Northland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250815T073000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250815T090000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083732
CREATED:20250720T211416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T031247Z
UID:18074-1755243000-1755248400@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:[EVENT CANCELLED] Ministerial Inquiry into Retail Crime - Mangawhai
DESCRIPTION:Event Cancelled due to low numbers. Please check for other Ministerial Inquiry into Retail Crime events near your location here. \nAre you a business owner\, manager\, or leader in a retail business? We invite you to join us in this vitally important series of events that will help shape the government’s response to retail crime in Northland. \nThe Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime is seeking your feedback through a series of events around Northland aimed at shaping the Government’s response to rising retail crime in Northland. Retail crime currently costs the country $2.7 billion annually\, this is an important conversation. The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime have been consulting with business communities around the country\, and now it is Northland’s turn\, your feedback will help shape the government’s response to the escalation of retail crime in our communities. \nWhat to expect | There will be a short presentation by representatives from the Ministerial Advisory Group on the Group’s work\, followed by a Q&A. Please sign up below to attend an event near you and come prepared\, the Advisory Group wants to hear your thoughts and how you’re feeling as a retail business owner. You will also come away with an understanding of the tools and key initiatives that are being put in place to help mitigate against retail crime occurrence. \n  \n\nAbout Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime | The Ministerial Advisory Group for Victims of Retail Crime was established by the Minister of Justice\, Hon Paul Goldsmith\, and the Associate Minister of Justice\, Hon Nicole McKee\, on 11 July 2024. Besides the Chair\, the advisory group comprises four members with extensive expertise across the retail sector. The Advisory Group was established to provide the Ministers with high quality\, independent advice\, develop practical\, evidence-based proposals\, policies\, and legislative recommendations to tackle urgent issues related to retail crime. The Group’s mandate is to table proposed legislation for the Government to consider as part of its plan to restore law and order including options on how security guards and business owners can better protect themselves.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ministerial-inquiry-into-retail-crime-mangawhai/
LOCATION:Northland
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083733
CREATED:20250804T021032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T024549Z
UID:18455-1755682200-1755707400@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Strengthening Workplace Communities One Conversation at a Time - Ruakākā
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Workplace Communities One Conversation at a Time – A one-day workshop for creating engaging relationships & having courageous conversations \nWhen did you last review your communication skills?\nCommunicating effectively is vital to succeeding as a leader and business owner both personally & professionally. Expressing your ideas and views clearly\, confidently\, and concisely\, can be easily learned. When you can get your point across in a considerate manner and really hear and understand others\, you have the foundation skills to resolve differences and easily generate win-win results. \nWho should attend?\nBusiness owners\, leaders\, supervisors & team leaders who want to communicate clearly and easily to achieve outcomes in any situation. This is a great workshop for up-levelling skills to support people connection & problem-solving. \nTopics and learning outcomes:\nThis workshop covers the fundamental skills required to create relationships and successful outcomes for yourself\, your organisation or business and others. You’ll leave with an understanding of how to communicate with more clarity and impact\, in any of your relationships. You’ll learn: \n\nVital skills to keep connected with others personally and professionally.\nHow to create a focus for productive conversations.\nWays to support others in need.\nHow to get what you want while maintaining relationships.\nStrategies to effectively deal with disagreement.\n\nCost\nFREE for NorthChamber and Business Association Members\n$15+GST for Non-members
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/strengthening-workplace-communities-ruakaka/
LOCATION:Ruakākā Fire Station\, 58 Marsden Point Road\,\, Ruakākā\, Northland\, 0116\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083733
CREATED:20250626T233136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T024239Z
UID:17577-1755711000-1755716400@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:BA5  Hosted by One NZ
DESCRIPTION:Being connected to your team is good business practice. It is also good health and safety practice for your team to be connected wherever it is that they are working on any given day. \nOne NZ Satellite is here and it’s a game-changer\, offering a new way to help team members keep in touch even in the most remote parts of New Zealand. As the first and only satellite-powered mobile network in the country\, One NZ Satellite provides coverage where traditional cell towers don’t reach – that’s around 40% of New Zealand’s land mass. This is critical for those on farms\, on the road\, on the water\, or even up in the mountains. You can literally TXT in the middle of nowhere. A game-changer for business\, especially those who are remote or rural\, or have high Health & Safety requirements. \nKieran Byrne\, One NZ’s Chief Technology Officer\, will discuss the power of the One NZ Satellite service. Discover how connectivity is rapidly changing and revolutionising industries\, making us safer and more secure\, and supporting a more productive economy. \nAlso joining us will be Joel de Vetter from Northland’s Ultra Group. Acting as an extended arm of One NZ\, Joel brings extensive experience in IT and communications\, helping local businesses get connected with the right mobile\, broadband\, and landline solutions. \nPlease come along to what will be an informative BA5 and enjoy the usual good chats\, drinks and nibbles.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-hosted-by-one-nz/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250820T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083733
CREATED:20250811T035131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T023949Z
UID:18737-1755711000-1755716400@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Meet the Mayoral Candidates - Kaipara
DESCRIPTION:Make your vote an informed one. \nJoin NorthChamber and The Northern Advocate for a serious chat with Kaipara’s Mayoral Candidates. This is your chance to hear directly from those vying to lead our district about their plans to support the the local community and business owners. \nNorthChamber CEO Leah McKerrow and The Northern Advocate’s Chook Henare will be asking candidates what their thoughts and plans are around: \n\nKey business concerns like rates\, CBD revitalisation (parking!)\, and retail crime.\nLeading a diverse council to deliver outcomes that benefit the whole community.\nSupporting infrastructure\, transport\, and workforce development to enable economic growth.\n\nIn these challenging economic times\, it’s vital that our future leaders understand the realities facing local businesses and the wider communities they operate in and have clear and realistic plans on what can be done to us. \nYour Kaipara District Candidates: \nJonathan Larsen\nAsh Nayyar\nJason Smith\nSnow Tane \nNo Booking Required. \n*All candidates have been invited to attend. We cannot guarantee their attendance due to other commitments or personal reasons. \n 
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/meet-the-mayoral-candidates-kaipara/
LOCATION:Mangawhai Golf Club\, 221 Molesworth Drive\,\, Mangawhai Heads\, Northland\, 0505
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250826T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250826T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T083733
CREATED:20250811T034030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T224241Z
UID:18707-1756229400-1756234800@www.northchamber.co.nz
SUMMARY:Meet the Mayoral Candidates - Whangārei
DESCRIPTION:Make your vote an informed one. \nJoin NorthChamber and The Northern Advocate for a serious chat with Whangārei’s Mayoral Candidates. \nThis is your chance to hear directly from those vying to lead our district about their plans to support the local business community. \nNorthChamber CEO Leah McKerrow and The Northern Advocate’s Chook Henare will be asking candidates what their thoughts and plans are around: \n\nKey business concerns like rates\, CBD revitalisation (parking!)\, and retail crime\nLeading a diverse council to deliver outcomes that benefit the whole community\nSupporting infrastructure\, transport\, and workforce development to enable economic growth\n\nIn these challenging economic times\, it’s vital that our future leaders understand the realities facing local businesses and have clear and realistic plans on what can be done to support local business to thrive and lift the community. \nYour Whangārei District Candidates:\nVince Cocurullo\nKen Couper\nBrad Flower\nFiona Green\nMarie Olsen \nNo Booking Required. \n*All candidates have been invited to attend. We cannot guarantee their attendance due to other commitments or personal reasons.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/meet-the-mayoral-candidates-whangarei/
LOCATION:Northland Rugby Clubrooms\, 136 Riverside Drive\, Parahaki\, Whangarei\, 0112\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:ChamberChats - Whangārei
DESCRIPTION:If you’re curious about NorthChamber and want to know more about what we do for our Northland business community\, we invite you to an informal chat over coffee (and a muffin!) with our CEO Leah McKerrow. \nLeah is keen to share how NorthChamber advocates for our members and wider business community\, how we help build business capability and connection through events and workshops\, and celebrate our business through promotion\, story telling and the Northland Business Excellence Awards. NorthChamber are excellent connectors and have built solid working relationships with our members and strategic partners. We want to hear about your business\, your journey so far (even the not so good bits and pain points)\, so we can work together to get your business to the next level. \nAlready a member? Great! Leah would love to take this opportunity to catch up with you and you’re welcome to bring a friend in business.
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/chamberchats-whangarei/
LOCATION:The Orchard Business & Event Hub\, Level one\, Cnr Cameron & Walton St\, Entrance off Walton St\, via carpark\, Whangārei\, Northland\, 0110\, New Zealand
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SUMMARY:BA5 Hosted by Port Nikau 2.0
DESCRIPTION:Due to overwhelming demand for this BA5\, Port Nikau are delighted to be hosting a second event for those that were not able to secure a space for the first time around. \nA new\, high-quality residential development is coming to Whangārei and the team at Port Nikau are really excited to share it with you. \nThe future of residential development looks vastly different to that of 10 or even 20 years ago. The days of the quarter acre residential section are evolving\, as access to land becomes more difficult and people are choosing to live in more sustainable\, connected communities where resources\, such as green spaces\, can be shared\, rather than everyone needing their own backyard. \nThe Master Plan for Port Nikau’s 100-hectare modern waterfront community has been thoughtfully designed to create a relaxed urban lifestyle offering convenience and connection. Residential Stage 1 Arataki marks the beginning of this exciting development. \nPlease come along to hear from the team behind Port Nikau about the Master Plan\, planned community amenities and connections to Whangārei as well as plans for the future including a town centre and sporting facilities. This development is set to be a great asset to Whangārei and marks an exciting time in the growth of\, and investment in\, the city. \nPlease come along to what is sure to be a very informative BA5 and enjoy the usual good chats\, drinks\, and nibbles. \n\nAbout Port Nikau | The Port Nikau Development represents over a decade of planning\, with the vision to create a new way of living for Whangārei. The development represents 100 hectares of residential\, commercial and marine opportunities\, which will come to life in the next 5-10 years. \nMore – www.portnikau.co.nz
URL:https://www.northchamber.co.nz/event/ba5-hosted-by-port-nikau-2-0/
LOCATION:Port Nikau\, 325 Port Road\, Whangarei
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