Mission Statement

To proactively work with community groups, business and organisations to identify opportunities and facilitate initiatives in the area by providing a level of service that helps to build the Central Otago economy.

Pursuing this mission will result in:

• a thriving economy that has benefits both for businesses and residents alike;
• a successful business community, thus enhancing the values (and business potential) of
  Central Otago.

As a place of business:

• Central Otago’s enterprise opportunities are second to none.
• Central offers a unique blend of commerce and lifestyle to value-added industries looking to establish or relocate.
• The regional infrastructure offers significant capacity for the expansion of commercial enterprise.
• Industries related to wine, food, horticulture, farming and light manufacturing are well established and on the rise.
• With the advent of modern telecommunications there is really no barrier to the establishment of any type of business.

For full details on Central Otago District Council’s economic and business strategy, services and information please click on this
link.

You can go directly to areas of interest by clicking on the following links:

• A detailed economic and demographic profile of Central Otago
• The Central Otago Business Directory
• Current Economic Reports
• Employment Opportunities in Central Otago
• Filming in Central Otago
• A sector of interest: The Central Otago Food Network

Central Otago Economic and Business Development Strategy 2008-2011

The attached strategy sets out the objectives and areas of interest for Business Development.

Central Otago District Economic Performance 1997 - 2007

This is the latest annual report by BERL (Business and Economic Research Ltd). It reviews and summarises the Central Otago economy to the year ended March 31 2007.

Starting up your own business?

Are you thinking of going into business for yourself or have you just made the leap? The attached booklet (pdf 356kb) will give you some pointers on the things you may need to be thinking about. 

If you have any queries please contact:

Business Development Manager
Jonathan.gadd@codc.govt.nz
Ph: 03 440 0646
Fax: 03 440 0606