Kia Ora , 

Being a member of the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce comes with many benefits. We work hard to bring you lots of value, and we are constantly looking for new ways to help you.

One of those ways is saving you and your business money. 

Just this week, we have added some very special offers to help you. And remember, these offers are open to you and your staff. The offers we have for you this week include:

• Family and Friends from Noel Leeming – We just saved 55% on two new kettles for our office
• Business mobile from 2degrees – New offer for business mobile ($400 off a new iPhone 15) and super business broadband offer
• Airpoints for Business and Above & Beyond from Air New Zealand – New Chamber Partner
• PowerPass from Bunnings Trade 
• And some great offers from other members
  • Vehicle rental deals from Rove Rentals
  • Security from Armourguard
  • Vehicle sales from Brendan Foot 
  • Remember, we have more offers for members on our Hutt Chamber App.

And if that was not enough, the amazing team at La Bella Italia want to look after your health. They have an amazing event on the 15th of November talking about the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle. 

So get into these great deals. Check them out below. Your membership gives you access to all of them. 

Two Kettles failed in one week – Thank Goodness for Noel Leeming Friends and Family Discount

You would not read about it, two kettles failed in the same week at the Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce offices!!

Noel Leeming Friends and Family Discount to the rescue!

We have two new kettles and saved a whopping 55% off full retail.

Get into Friends and Family discount now whilst you can. Its on until the 12th of November 2023! View the Member's Offer Near the End of the Newsletter to Learn More!

A Huge Thank you to all our Partners for your continued support.

In this edition of the Hutt Valley Business Weekly:

• Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (Delivering RiverLink) Updates
• Regional News

• Featured Events

• Member News & Events

• Member Offers

• Employment Opportunities

Daly Street demolition

The demolition on Daly Street is making significant strides. Two main structures have now been successfully dismantled.

The local contractor McMahon Services NZ Limited, has carefully removed the asbestos, buildings and materials.  Traffic management will be in place for the safety of road users and pedestrians

Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (Riverlink) | Update

Join us to get an update on the Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (Delivering Riverlink) project from the Project Director and the wider project team. 

This is a session to update the business community on some of the Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi project and provide a forum for any questions you may have. 

Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi is a transformational project, including:

• Crucial flood protection work, Hutt City Centre urban revitalisation, and Melling transport improvements. 
• Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi will make Lower Hutt more resilient, more connected, and more vibrant.

Date: Wednesday, 22 November
Time: 8.00 am - 9.00 am 
Where: Hutt Valley Chamber, Lv 3, 15 Daly Street.

Regional News

Have Your Say on Hutt City Council Representation 

Lower Hutt residents are being urged to have their say on how people and communities are represented on Hutt City Council.

Paul Swain, Chair of the Independent Panel carrying out the review of current representation arrangements, says community input into Council representation is critical.

"We want to make sure that Council representation is fair and effective for Lower Hutt residents and communities, so we are reviewing the arrangements that are currently in place to see if they should continue or if they need to be changed for the future."

The panel is looking at things such as how many councillors there should be, whether those councillors should be elected from local wards, from across the whole city, or a combination of both (as at present), and whether there should be community boards.

In addition to a survey that is being released today, the panel is also meeting with a wide range of community groups and organisations over the coming months to hear first-hand how well they think they are currently represented on Council.

"We will carefully consider all the feedback we receive, along with other information about the city’s communities, before making recommendations to the Council next year about the representation arrangements that should be in place for the 2025 Council elections.

"Your input will help us with our recommendations to Council, so head to the website hutt.city/repreview to have your say now," said Paul Swain.

Update on Hutt City Cycling and Walking Pathways | Hutt City Council

The Hutt City Council has provided an update on the project to improve walking and cycling paths from Waterloo Station to the city center. The original plan for Knights Road has been changed due to safety concerns, with Birch Street and Waterloo Road now being the chosen paths.

This decision was influenced by community feedback that emphasized the importance of safety, as well as the need to maintain parking and accommodate both cars and cyclists.

Due to other ongoing projects, including the Riverlink project, this initiative has been postponed and will be revisited for funding in the 2024-2034 Long Term Plan. Meanwhile, Knights Road will stay as it is, which will still improve safety for cyclists. The Council remains focused on creating a safer, well-connected transport network.

Centreport Well Positioned For The Future | Centreport Wellington

New Zealand’s busiest port by ship movements has reported a strong result for the year ended 30 June 2023 with an underlying net profit after tax of $11.9m, a 48% increase on the prior year’s result of $8m.

This result delivers on CentrePort’s purpose to be at the heart of connecting New Zealand’s supply chain and transport system, underpinned by long-term investments in resilience and strategic partnerships.

With increased revenue and a focus on energy transformation to support lower emissions, CentrePort says it’s well positioned for the future, with additional capacity that can provide greater support to New Zealand’s supply chain.

Times-7 Accelerates to Victory with Deloitte Fast 50 Award

Celebrating a significant milestone, Times-7 announces with great excitement their latest achievement - winning the Deloitte Fast 50 award. This award places Times-7 as the fastest-growing technology business in Wellington, a testament to their innovative spirit and dynamic growth.  Congratulations to Times-7 on this outstanding accomplishment!

Featured Events

Business Skills Lunch Series | Wellington Uni Professional | Building Effective Teams

Additional Events

Member News & Events

Italian Cuisine Week |  La Bella Italia

“Salute” Come long to La Bella Italia, Petone on Wednesday, 15th November, 6.30pm to celebrate 'Settimana della Cucina Italiana nel Mondo’!

At this exclusive dinner event, La Bella Italia are honoured to have Ambassador Calogero from the Italian Embassy in Wellington, introduce ‘Italian Cuisine Week’ and Sir Ashley Bloomfield KNZM, who will talk about the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet and lifestyle, and what he’s learnt about life and leadership during his career in health.

$20 of each ticket sold will be donated to the following charitable causes: Hutt Valley Women's Refuge and KidsCanNZ

Bookings essential – tickets $80pp, available via link:

The Vision Workshop | Success Engineering 

During this dynamic and fun training, you will have an opportunity to define, design, and experience your dream – and receive the blueprint for how to turn your greatest possibility into your reality.
You will learn:

• Two essential keys for tuning into your purpose.
•  Simple thinking-strategies that will guard you from fear, doubt and worry.
• What wealthy people do that creates sustained success.
• The number one factor that causes people to lose steam when going after a dream, and how to stay motivated and override it.
• The 1 critical thing you must give up in order to reach your dream. And much more!

Shaping the big dream:
Explore how to envision and manifest your boldest dreams for your business or career. You will be guided through a transformative process, learning the 3 keys to accelerating your results.
Network, connect and collaborate with other business owners
Connect, collaborate, and celebrate with a community of passionate business owners and career enthusiasts, who are on a similar journey. Immerse yourself in an environment where dreams are nurtured, ideas are shared, and collaboration is celebrated. 

The event is scheduled for Thursday, 16/11/23, from 9:00am-12:00pm at the Petone Community House.

The investment for attendance is $149 (incl. GST). However, there's an Early Bird discount available: by using the promo code EB20 before 5/11, attendees can benefit from a 20% discount, bringing the cost down to $119.20.

Wellington Zhejiang Business Roundtable 

Five Wellington regional cities are hosting a business roundtable in collaboration with the Zhejiang Government and Global Cities New Zealand.
A 19-member delegation led by the Executive Vice Governor of Zhejiang will visit Wellington for this event, and includes companies and organisations involved in tourism and travel, investment and trade, education and tech.
Join us at the New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport on Tuesday 14 November 2023 to learn more about the opportunities for collaboration between our two regions.

Member Offers

Air New Zealand | Chamber Deals

For businesses looking to leverage the vast array of offerings from Air New Zealand, there's good news. Air New Zealand has crafted a specialised Business Services page that outlines the multitude of options and programs available for businesses.

To find out more, click the button below!

Discounted AV & Event Services for Hutt Valley of Chamber of Commerce Members

3333 Events and Productions Limited is thrilled to extend a special offer to our local community. We're offering a fantastic 15% discount on AV Hire and Event Services to make your upcoming events even more extraordinary.

Planning an event? Whether it's a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or any occasion that demands audiovisual support, we've got you covered. Simply reach out to us at info@3333event.com with your event requirements, and our expert team will promptly get in touch to discuss how we can turn your vision into reality.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to elevate your events with 3333 Events and Productions Limited. Let's make your moments unforgettable!

Rove Rentals | Chamber Member Deal

Located in Wellington Region

From moving house to weekend getaways, Rove has got your transportation needs covered.  They are also van and truck rental specialists. Their family-run team is dedicated to making your rental experience seamless, convenient, and tailored to your unique requirements. When you choose ROVE, you're not just renting a vehicle; you're investing in a hassle-free experience. They make it easy for you to rent what you need, right when you need it! So, if you want to keep things easy, talk to us first.

We can also help you after a vehicle accident.  If your vehicle is damaged you may be entitled to a no-cost or low-cost courtesy vehicle whilst yours is off the road.

Ready to rent? Visit our website at www.roverentals.co.nz or give us a call on 04 560 4755 to reserve your vehicle. Experience the ROVE difference for yourself!

ROVE Rentals - Rent What You Need, When You Need It!

HVCC OFFER – 15% off base rental rate, all vehicles

HOW TO REDEEM OFFER – when booking online, use code “HVC15” | when booking via phone or email, please mention this offer and confirm you are a member of the Chamber of Commerce

Noel Leeming | Friends & Family Deals

Armourguard | Chamber Member Deal

Embroidme | Chamber Member Deal

Brendan Foot Supersite | Chamber Member Deal

One of the NZ’s most popular fleet cars, the Suzuki Swift is compact yet spacious, nippy, and incredibly fuel efficient to keep your fuel expenses down. What’s more you’ll avoid a Clean Car Fee due to the Swift’s low CO2 emissions. It’s available in a wide range of colours to suit your branding. From only $22,990 + on roads or $106 per week. The Suzuki Swift has always been excellent value, and it just got even better. You can now add a Suzuki Swift to your fleet and finance it with zero deposit and Suzuki’s exclusive 6.9% interest rate. Stock available now. Contact their Fleet Specialist, Gary, to see how he can help you with your fleet.     

Friends & Family Promotion | Linda & Ray Wallace - Ray White

Nicole Rose | Make it Happen Package

Nicole Rose | Online Business Manager is excited to offer an exclusive deal for Hutt Valley Chamber of Commerce members. With her Make it Happen package, you can save $200 and receive 20 hours of work for one whole month!!! This offer is specifically designed to help busy business owners and executives streamline their workload, smash out a project or get you through a busy patch! 

As a corporate project manager and executive assistant expert, Nicole understands the importance of time management and the challenges that come with managing high-level responsibilities. Don't miss out on an opportunity to work with a powerhouse who knows how to get things done. Send Nicole an email delegate@nicolerose.co.nz or give her a call on 022 031 2942 for further information.  

Bunnings Trade | PowerPass Member Deal

Unlock a range of discounts and simplify the procurement of a huge range of products across our nationwide store network.
Bunnings Trade has partnered with NZ Chambers of Commerce to offer members access to the PowerPass membership program providing a range of exclusive benefits:

Customised Pricing? Take advantage of a wide range of discounts across our extensive product range.
Business Solutions? From build and fit out through to maintenance and cleaning? our dedicated business team have got you covered.
Account Management Tools? Manage quotes, invoicing, and transactions via your online PowerPass account portal or PowerPass App.
Quick, Easy and Flexible Fulfilment? With 48 locations across the country, we offer convenient payment, pickup and delivery, or view our range online for click & collect or delivery.

For any questions or queries, please feel free to email us at orgs@bunnings.co.nz.

For More Offers:

EMPLOYMENT

Are You Hiring?

If you have a job suitable for a student, get in touch with our Education to Employment Coordinator Amanda Walters at amanda@hvchamber.org.nz or call 04 9399821.

Thank you to all our Partners

As always, special thanks to all our Members and Partners for your ongoing support.