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Shaping the Future of the Waikato

The future of local government in the Waikato is at a pivotal moment. The decisions made over the coming weeks have the potential to reshape how our region is governed, represented, and funded for generations to come.

In this week's The Voice opinion piece, Waikato Chamber CEO, Don Good, shares his perspective on why the time is right to rethink local government, and why a more unified Waikato could deliver stronger advocacy, better decision making, and greater value for businesses and communities alike.

To continue the discussion, on Tuesday 28 July, we're hosting Grow Waikato: Simplifying Local Government, an open event for businesses and the wider community. Join us to hear from Waikato Council's Chief Executives, ask questions, and explore what these proposed changes could mean for the future of our region. Read the article, then register for the event here.

Waitomo Group Fuel Market Update

Fuel prices are climbing again, with diesel under the greatest pressure as renewed tensions in the Persian Gulf combine with disruptions to Russian fuel exports. In this month's fuel update, Waitomo Group explains why diesel is rising faster than petrol, what global events are driving the market, and what Waikato businesses can do to better manage fuel costs during this period of continued volatility. Read the full blog here. 

Waikato Waahine Collective Symposium
The countdown is on for the 2026 Waikato Waahine Collective Symposium, and the response has been incredible! Following a successful inaugural event in 2025, this year's Symposium features an outstanding line up of speakers and promises to be an unforgettable day of connection, inspiration and empowerment. Ticket sales have exceeded expectations and only 10 tickets remain, so if you've been thinking about attending, now is the time to secure your place before it's too late. Check it out here. 
 

AI for Better Work with Mosaic Partners

Need to upskill your AI prompts and skills? AI for Better Work is a practical workshop taking place on Tuesday 28 July, designed to help you work smarter, save time, and get more from AI. Not just for beginners, this workshop will help you sharpen your AI skills and get more from tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, and Gemini. Register today!

Have a great week ahead,
The Chamber Team

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