The Pukekohe Business Association (PBA) is a not-for-profit organisation registered as an incorporated society under the Incorporated Societies Act.
We provide a wide range of services for members including the promotion of Pukekohe as a hospitality, shopping & business area, hosting events to attract people to the precinct as well as regular member communication.
A key role of the Association is the liaison and engagement with Auckland Council and other authorities to bring about improvements to the area and lobby for the interest of the businesses.
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The Pukekohe Business Association (PBA) is committed to the success and economic development of Pukekohe and the local businesses.
The PBA is committed to the success of local businesses. We promote prosperity in Pukekohe by encouraging growth, development, and sustainability. We do this by working closely with business owners, the council, and the community, to enhance business success and growth.
Read about how we promote, support and advocate for business in Pukekohe, and encourage the economic growth and development within our region.
Meet the Team
The PBA is managed by a team of three local and passionate individuals and governed by a volunteer executive committee of local business owners.
The PBA Constitution
This Constitution outlines how the PBA should operate and was updated and approved at our 2022 AGM
PBA AGM info
The PBA holds its Annual General Meeting in October each year. All eligible members including landlords are encouraged to attend.
What is a BID?
A Business Improvement District (BID) programme is a partnership between local government, the business community and other stakeholders.
2023-2028 Strategic Plan
This plan guides and shapes our annual work our plan
2023-2024 Annual Plan & Budget
Our 2023/2024 Annual Plan provides a focus for our 2024 financial year.
Our vision is that Pukekohe provides the best of town and country, with thriving businesses supported by a strong business association and quality opportunities to live, learn, work and play
The PBA is funded by a targeted rate that is applied to buildings on commercially zoned land. Any business that owns or operates from a commercial building within the BID Zone in Pukekohe is eligible for free membership.
For those businesses who are not eligible for free membership, businesses can apply to be an Associate Member. There is an annual fee per year and all business applications are presented to our executive committee and approval is at their discretion. Associate members have limited membership benefits and can not vote at our AGM or stand on the committee. We also have membership options for landlords who own property within the BID zone.
We encourage all eligible members and landlords to join the PBA as there are many benefits and opportunities available to them.
We see Pukekohe as the business, commercial, and community hub of Franklin and aim to ensure it retains its distinctive country feel.
To gain full membership, you need to contact the office and complete and return the Association’s membership registration form, or complete the online application form.
The PBA has an Associate Membership available for businesses that fall outside our BID map area with an annual membership fee. Please get in touch with us to find out more about the benefits and how to become an Associate Member.
All registered Full members are eligible to vote at the PBA Annual General Meeting (AGM) or any Special General Meetings, and are eligible to be nominated and accepted as Board Members of the Association.
Here a just a few benefits of becoming a member of the Pukekohe Business Association.
Member Subsidies
Full members are eligible for up to $3000 in subsidies
Pukekohe Spend Trend Report
Economic Performance & Consumer Spending Insights
Crime reporting
What information do I need to provide the police in a crime report?
The Pukekohe population is projected to grow to over 50,000 people in the next 20 years.
To make sure Pukekohe grows in a planned and sustainable way, Auckland Council and the Franklin Local Board have asked Eke Panuku to deliver urban regeneration to help create a vibrant, competitive, safe and walkable town centre, with better access to employment, education and healthcare.
Eke Panuku will be working in Pukekohe to deliver this for the next five to 10 years.
Eke Panuku's strategic plan for Pukekohe - Kia Puawai a Pukekohe - outlines how they will implement regeneration in the short, medium and long term.
Edinburgh Superblock to go to market
Guided by the Pukekohe Masterplan, Eke Panuku is taking the Edinburgh Superblock to market to find a partner for this flagship development that will result in many benefits for the whole community.
New Devon Lane upgrade
Over the last two years, Devon Lane, a key accessway in Pukekohe, has transformed, marked by the completion of its final phase in December 2023.
Pukekohe Masterplan
Read about how the Pukekohe masterplan is set to support and shape Pukekohes growth
Or email us at:
info@pukekohe.org.nz