business support services
Access Free Business Advice
Waikato business people can now access free advice, support and potentially funding towards training and development. Open Waikato partner with Te Waka’s Business Growth Team to offer a free business support service to Waikato District businesses.
The service offers support for start-ups, advice on business expansion, export market development, research and development funding and product development. Te Waka’s Business Growth Team is the lead Waikato agency for New Zealand Trade and Enterprise and Callaghan Innovation funding programs.

Business Networks

Access to funding

Product research and development

Business mentors

Business growth and innovation events

Independent advice
This service is available monthly in Huntly, Tuakau and Raglan.
- In Raglan on the Second Thursday morning of the Month.
- In Tuakau on the Second Tuesday morning of the Month.
- In Huntly on the Second Tuesday afternoon of the Month.
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Access ongoing, dedicated support from experienced kiwi business experts with Business Mentors New Zealand.
Business Mentors NZ will match you with a Mentor who will share their skills knowledge and experience to assist you to grow and develop your business.
Want to give back?
Donate your time and experience to help other business owners realize their aspirations.
Register your interest to volunteer as a business mentor in your area.