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Whakatāne’s commercial centre offers affordable business space and a supportive business community.

The Whakatāne District has built an industry on its sensational marine recreation resource and is now one of New Zealand’s major boat building and outfitting centres.

Aquaculture is poised to provide the Eastern Bay of Plenty region with major growth.

Whakatāne has an excellent hospital, demand for builders and tradespeople, and a need for professional services in both the public and private sectors.

People don’t just come here for the sensational lifestyle - Whakatāne also offers diverse work opportunities.

The Eastern Bay of Plenty region is home to several important export industries. The largest is pulp and paper manufacturing.

A number of entrepreneurs have set up successful international technology businesses in the Whakatāne District.

Whakatāne's machinery manufacturing and repair businesses support and supply the forestry, timber manufacturing and dairying industries.

Tourism is the fastest-growing local industry and presents many opportunities.

Across the Whakatāne District, agribusiness provides significant employment.