Business Organisations

Building Research   (www.buildingresearch.org.nz)  

An independent association owned and directed by the building and construction industry, funding information generation and technology transfer to this sector.

New Zealand Tourism Strategy   (www.nztourismstrategy.com)  

The New Zealand Tourism Strategy 2010 provides an overarching vision for New Zealand's entire tourism sector. This site provides the opportunity to put your views and input into the strategy update process.

Otago Chambers Of Commerce   (www.otagochamber.co.nz)  

Representing the business interests of Otago since 1861, with a nonpolitical, business membership based organisation.

Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board   (www.pgdb.co.nz)  

The Board is committed to the promotion of good standards of work, professional conduct, and the protection of public health and safety.

Franchise Association of New Zealand Inc   (www.franchiseassociation.co.nz)  

Franchising is a respectable and successful business format, both internationally and here in New Zealand, and a safe way to buy a business. The Association's site provides information on franchising, buying a franchise and becoming a member.

Hospitality Association of New Zealand   (www.hanz.org.nz)  

A voluntary trade association representing nearly 1,700 hospitality businesses.

Professional Advisors' Association   (www.paa.co.nz)  

The PAA provides a unique combination of highly valued services to members, resulting in the organisation being recognised as the leading industry representative body for financial service advisors.

Bio-Dynamic Farming and Gardening Association   (www.biodynamic.org.nz)  

The advisory association for biodynamic farming and gardening, in which the agricultural processes are holistic, sustainable and organic.

South Rodney Her Business Network   (www.herbusinessrodney.co.nz)  

The South Rodney Her Business Network was established to meet the needs of Rodney women working and living South of Puhoi. Whether you are self employed, an executive, working for a company, commencing a cottage industry, re-entering the work force or simply wanting to meet likeminded women, this could be the organisation for you.

New Zealand Property Investors’ Federation (NZPIF)   (www.nzpif.org.nz)  

The umbrella organisation for 15 local Property Investors' Associations throughout New Zealand. Their purpose is to enable property investors to network together, becoming more professional and successful in their property investments.

Bioenergy Association of New Zealand   (www.bioenergy.org.nz)  

An organisation that represents the commercial bioenergy sector and provides a single point of contact for the bioenergy market.

Disc Jockey Association of New Zealand   (www.djanz.co.nz)  

An organisation open to all professional mobile DJs based in New Zealand who meet guidelines in ethics, standards of appearance, professionalism and good business practice.

Wellington Waterfront   (www.wellingtonwaterfront.co.nz)  

An organisation involved in property development and the day to day operational management of Wellington's waterfront.

Institute Of Directors   (www.iod.org.nz)  

If you are a company director, or anticipate taking on a directorship, then joining the institute of directors is something that you should seriously consider.

Auckland Retail Fruiters Association   (www.arfai.co.nz)  

Organisation representing retail fruiters in the Auckland region.

Textiles New Zealand   (www.textilesnz.org.nz)  

An industry development organisation, aiming to enable the four sectors of the textile industry, carpet, footwear, apparel and textiles, to work together in growing business opportunities.

New Zealand Business Roundtable   (www.nzbr.org.nz)  

An organisation comprising primarily chief executives of major business firms, committed to contributing to the development of sound policies that reflect overall national interests.

Direct Selling Association of New Zealand   (www.dsanz.co.nz)  

Association of direct selling, through party plans, multi-level reward systems, the Internet and telemarketing.

Info Group   (www.infogroup.co.nz)  

Encompassing businesses responsible for electronic sign and information systems, an online directory, an online classifieds site, pontoon boats and event promotion.

Nelson Regional Economic Development Agency   (www.eda.co.nz)  

Promoting business and economic development in the Nelson region.

Crane Association of New Zealand   (www.cranes.org.nz)  

Raising the standards of operation, efficiency and safety across the New Zealand crane industry.

Enterprise North Shore   (www.ens.org.nz)  

Information and support for businesses located in Auckland's North Shore.

Copyright Council of NZ   (www.copyright.org.nz)  

Non-profit society formed to provide copyright and cultural based industries with a range of services including an interface with Government.

Composite Retail Group   (www.compositeretail.co.nz)  

A group that aims to provide its members, through sourcing and support, the opportunity to develop and promote their business.

Rental Vehicle Association of New Zealand   (www.rentalvehicle.co.nz)  

An association representing the interests of operators who hire or lease passenger vehicles, minibuses, vans, coaches, trucks, campervans and motorcycles.