Opportunity Hamilton

Relocate to Hamilton

Hamilton is an economic growth hot spot and at Opportunity Hamilton our aim is to help investors and businesses leverage off our region's success.

Underpinned by the dairy and agriculture sector Hamilton's economic growth is providing signifiance opportunities for investors and businesses looking to establish, expand or relocate. A combination of lower costs, a diverse and skilled work force, solid infrastructure (including Ultra Fast Broadband) and supportive business environment provide the setting needed for business success.

Geographically, the city is ideally placed to gain global business. It is situated in the centre of New Zealand’s the 'growth triangle' of economic growth and on the edge of the Asia Pacific Rim. Major road, rail and inland port developments have given the city excellent access to major air and sea ports, which has increased Waikato regional export potential.

If you represent a business and require assistance with establishing your operations here, Opportunity Hamilton can offer a range of free services including assistance with site selection, introductions to industry networks, providing business information, streamlining resource consent applications and facilitating access to Government assistance programs.

Contact Opportunity Hamilton on +64 7 959 8693 or email us team@opportunityhamilton.co.nz Please also visit our regional investment prospectus website www.investwaikato.com

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Hamilton is located close to both of New Zealand’s major ports at Auckland and Tauranga. Three tertiary institutions, - The University of Waikato, Wintec and Te Wananga o Aotearoa are located in Hamilton. The University of Waikato generates three percent of the region’s total revenue and nearly $1 billion for the New Zealand economy as a whole. Hamilton is a student city, with more than 46,000 people in tertiary study. The ultra fast broadband rollout has begun in Hamilton. It is expected to boost economic growth by 1.3%. Hamilton's $68.4 million Claudelands Convention and Exhibition Centre includes a 5,000-capacity multipurpose indoor arena, 1,500-capacity conference centre and upgraded exhibition facilities. Hamilton is the second fastest growing population centre in New Zealand behind Auckland. Hamilton is New Zealand’s largest inland city, and fourth largest urban area. Hamilton is on the main tourist route between Auckland and Taupo. Hamilton is the heart of the Waikato. Hamilton has a land area of 98.6 km2 (New Zealand's smallest city in terms of land area). The average age in Hamilton is 31.3 years compared to 35.9 years nationally. Hamilton has a youthful population - around half of residents are under 30 years old. Research and development plays an important part in Hamilton's economy - the city is home to more than 100 PhD scientists Hamilton is known as New Zealand's science capital and is an ideal place to become involved with forward-thinking innovators. Hamilton's sister cities are Sacramento, USA, Saitama, Japan and Wuxi in People's Republic of China. Hamilton's location in New Zealand's growth triangle - Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty - make it a hotbed of economic growth. The website www.investwaikato.com matches global investors, suppliers or partners with Waikato business owners looking for connections. Dairy farming is at the heart of the region, with today's agricultural developments centred on high-tech innovations within the biotechnology, new foods, sensor and software sectors. The World Bank's Ease of Business Survey 2011 ranked New Zealand an impressive third of 138 OECD economies and first for both starting a business and protecting investors. Waikato is known for equine excellence, with the highest number of horses per region in New Zealand. Most horses bred in the region are for export, with thoroughbred horse exports totaling about $160 million annually.