About us
The Ōtāhuhu Business Association (OBA) is a community-focused organisation dedicated to growing and supporting the local business district in Ōtāhuhu. Through collaboration, advocacy, and vibrant events, we aim to create a safer, more connected, and economically thriving town centre that reflects the unique diversity of our community.
Our Vision
What We Do:
Advocate for improved infrastructure—roads, footpaths, and parking—working closely with Auckland Council and other key partners.
Enhance safety through the Safe Ōtāhuhu programme and close collaboration with security services and local authorities.
Organise events such as the popular Ōtāhuhu Food Festival, showcasing local culture and attracting thousands of visitors.
Support businesses with marketing, resources, networking, and promotional opportunities.
Foster community pride by hosting initiatives like Friday Night Markets and Community Service Week, encouraging residents to engage and connect.
The Ōtāhuhu Business Association
Who is the Ōtāhuhu Business Association?
- The Ōtāhuhu Business Association is an incorporated society which was first established in June 1937, then joined the BID programme in 1991 and is governed by an elected executive committee representing the business association registered members. More information about Otahuhu is available from https://is-register.companiesoffice.govt.nz
- The Ōtāhuhu Business Association executive committee meet monthly. Its Members are invited to attend the annual general meeting (AGM).
- The Ōtāhuhu Business Association represents, supports, and helps over 2000 businesses and property owners.
What does the Ōtāhuhu Business Association offer its members?
- CCTV Cameras operating 24/7 linked to the NZ Police
- Nightly mobile security patrols of the Otahuhu business area.
- Daytime security officers patrolling the Otahuhu business area.
- Crime prevention officers monitoring CCTV, working with Police and other stakeholders, delivering crime prevention workshops and information and investigating anti-social issues in Otahuhu.
- Maintenance officer and Handyman fixing or reporting issues to Auckland Council and other agencies or undertaking small jobs for members.
- Rapid graffiti removal and painting handyman services.
- Promotion of Otahuhu as a business destination through activations, events, promotions, marketing and advertising programmes including social media.
- Workshops and networking events for Otahuhu businesses.
- Regular newsletters with information and updates on key information regarding the Otahuhu area.
- Keeping the Otahuhu businesses informed about the effects of infrastructure projects in the Otahuhu area.
- Making Otahuhu a pleasant and safe place to visit through a range of environmental projects for example “street lighting”.
Who qualifies and how to register to be a member of the business association
The Otahuhu BID programme recognizes the BID affiliate (those that pay the BID targeted rate either directly (business ratepayer/property owner) or indirectly (business owner/tenant) located within the Otahuhu BID boundary area) qualify and are encouraged to register as a full member of the association.
Here’s the link to our Member Form, the application approval process and, who to contact for more information.
What is a BID Programme and who is involved?
Local business and property owners have agreed to work together to provide value to the collective Otahuhu business community by delivering a suite of economic activities.
The Auckland Council supports Business Associations operating BID programmes as set out in the council BID Policy 2022.
The Auckland Council BID policy can be found at: https://bid.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/bid-policy
The BID programmes provide a mechanism and a relationship between the Ōtāhuhu Business Association and the Auckland Council.
For more information on the Auckland Council BID programme and the BID Policy click here.
– Auckland Council BID website link https://bid.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/
How is the BID Programme Funded?
The Auckland Council applies the Otahuhu BID targeted rate which is collected from the ratepayer/property owner or indirectly by the business owner/tenant located within the Otahuhu BID boundary area.
What is the area of the Ōtāhuhu Business Association?
View our map here – https://bid.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/bid-rating-maps1
Key Documents
Ōtāhuhu BID programme Strategic Plan and AGM documents are in the drive below.
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/15qResdI3seFVZNPy8RFNUTGGUKpXoiyu?usp=sharing
Your voice. Your visibility. Your village.
This is more than a membership — it’s a movement. Be part of something bigger. Help shape the future of Ōtāhuhu while growing your own business in a supportive, forward-thinking community.
– Our History –
Ōtāhuhu has deep roots, originally established as a military settlement in the 1860s. Its location between ports, rail, and key roads made it an ideal hub for trade and industry. The name “Ōtāhuhu” comes from the Māori-language name for the local volcanic cone Ōtāhuhu / Mount Richmond, meaning “the place of Tāhuhu” — an important ancestral figure of Ngāi Tāhuhu.
Become a Member?
Business and property owners in the Ōtāhuhu area are eligible to become OBA members. Membership provides valuable support, visibility, and a voice in the future of our town centre.
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