General Manager’s update – September 2024
Time flies when you’re having fun, or in our case, when you’re busy building a thriving business community!
It’s hard to believe September is already upon us. We kicked off the month with a fantastic networking breakfast featuring the legendary Sir Wayne (Buck) Shelford. His insights on resilience hit home, reminding us all of the importance of staying strong and adaptable, whether we’re facing challenges in the boardroom, on the shop floor, or even on the rugby field!
Speaking of challenges, we’ve been actively addressing the issue of truck parking in Wiri. We recently had a productive meeting with Auckland Transport, and I’m pleased to report that we’ve made some progress in identifying solutions to alleviate this ongoing concern. You’ll find a more detailed update on this initiative in this issue of Wiri Link.
In other exciting news, the future has arrived in Wiri! We’ve embraced cutting-edge technology with the introduction of AI-driven monitoring for our CCTV network. Crime Watch is now at the helm, ensuring round-the-clock surveillance. Their operators receive automatic alerts for any unusual activity, allowing for swift dispatch of our P4G patrol guards. This proactive approach is already proving its worth, enabling us to detect and address potential issues before they escalate.
The Wiri Business Association is committed to supporting and enhancing your business experience. To better serve your needs, we would appreciate your feedback on our current initiatives and your suggestions for future activities. Below is a QR code to the survey, it will take five minutes of your time.
Looking ahead, we’re pleased to announce that incoming Deputy Prime Minister and Epsom MP David Seymour will be joining us for our 2024 Annual General Meeting. It will be a good opportunity to share the accomplishments of the past year and discuss our plans for the future.
And finally, mark your calendars for our brand-new Business After Five events! These informal gatherings will offer a relaxed setting for networking and discovering the hidden gems within our business community. Our inaugural event will be held later this month at Motor Share, and we encourage you all to attend. You never know what exciting collaborations might arise!
As always, thank you for your continued support and engagement. We hope you enjoy this issue of Wiri Link, and we look forward to connecting with you soon.