The sun is out today, and it feels like we might finally be turning a corner. After weeks of showers, it’s good to see people walking through town without having to dash for cover. You can sense the lift in mood – I think we’ve all had enough of winter.
The good news is we’re on the downhill run toward spring. That means pre-summer sales will soon be here – a great chance to pick up bargains and, more importantly, support our local businesses. There’s no need to head to Auckland when we’ve got everything we need right here in sunny Warkworth.
Our latest Marketview stats show consumer spending in the One Mahurangi, Warkworth BID (Business Improvement District) rose 4.6% in July 2025 compared with July last year. We’re sitting around 16th place among Auckland’s 57 BIDs for overall contribution to the Auckland economy. While we know many are still doing it tough, these results are encouraging, especially when compared with parts of Auckland showing declines. Warmer weather should bring more visitors to town and more business through your doors.
We’re also well into the local government election cycle. I have a lot of respect for anyone willing to put themselves forward for public office. Even if you don’t agree with a candidate’s policies, they deserve credit for standing up.
To help you make informed choices, we’re hosting two public meetings:
- Mayoral Candidates Debate – 10 September, Town Hall, 5.30pm for a 6pm start
- Local Board Candidates Discussion – 17 September, Back Bar at the Bridgehouse Hotel, 5.30pm for a 6pm start
Both are excellent opportunities to ask questions, hear directly from candidates, and meet them before or after the event. I encourage you to come along.
Murray Chapman
Manager | One Mahurangi Business Association, Warkworth
murray@onemahurangi.co.nz | 0274 966 550
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