We are on a Horowhenua mission to activate the opportunities we have right here!

The Horowhenua Company Ltd (THCL)
is the economic development
agency for Horowhenua

We fulfil our role by targeting our efforts to achieve the highest impact”

DISTRICT SNAPSHOT

OUR ACTIVITIES

CONNECTING PEOPLE & INFORMATION

  • BA5

  • Webinars

  • Women in Business Lunch Series

  • Futures Day

  • Work-ready programmes & pathways

KNOWING & UNDERSTANDING

  • Environmental scanning

  • Economic dashboards

  • Business confidence

  • Innovation & new ideas

   COMMUNICATION

  • Business Success stories

  • Impacts &  Achievements

  • Case studies

LATEST NEWS & CASE STUDIES

Forsyth Barr International Women's Day event being held in Levin

THCL is hosting the Forsyth Barr  International Women's Day, Women in Business Networking luncheon, at Tatum Wedding and Conference Centre in Manakau, Levin.  Attendees at the luncheon, willRead more

THCL welcomes new Economic Development Advisor

The Horowhenua Company Ltd welcomes Clare Ferguson as Economic Development Advisor. Clare brings a wealth of experience from her "portfolio career," which spans a diverse range of industries and rolRead more

Lewis Farms – Taste of the Horowhenua - Case Study

Driving along State Highway One, just north of Levin, the sight of new tunnel houses at Lewis Farms signals an ambitious chapter in the farm's history.  This multi-generational enterprise, owned andRead more

Levin: A Hub of Growth and Opportunity

Once known primarily for its iconic clock tower and beloved liquorice shop, Levin is redefining itself as a future centre of economic and commercial activity. This year, the town has experienced anRead more

Enterprise Drive Development - Case Study

The Enterprise Drive Development, located in Levin, Horowhenua, represents an active economic development initiative that is transforming a long-vacant parcel of industrial land into a thrivingRead more

Horowhenua New Zealand Trust invests $1.6m in local healthcare services

Photo: Trustees Ron Turk and Larry Ellison with volunteers at Foxton Beach Community Centre and Health Shuttle. The Horowhenua New Zealand Trust has committed over $1.6 million to enhance healthcareRead more

Construction of new Health and Wellbeing Hub for Horowhenua begins

A significant step toward enhancing community health services in Horowhenua was taken on October 18th 2024, with the official dawn blessing of the site of a new primary healthcare facility site at 15Read more

Wayne Bishop announced as Hall of Fame laureate

Wayne Bishop was announced as the 2024 Mayoral Hall of Fame recipient at the Electra Business and Innovation Awards held on Thursday 10th October which was held at the Horowhenua Events Centre. WayneRead more

Horowhenua-Kāpiti food and beverage sector shines at Parliament event

Horowhenua and Kāpiti’s food and beverage sector has been celebrated in style in Parliament’s banquet hall. The event, called A Taste of Horowhenua-Kāpiti, took place on Tuesday evening andRead more

Horowhenua now the 10th Fastest-Growing District in New Zealand

Published on June 14, 2024 The latest Census results for 2023 provide a detailed picture of the remarkable growth and development within the Horowhenua District. "Horowhenua now ranks as the 10thRead more

Joy Tufuga's Completes Her Trade Certificate in Carpentry

Greenhaven Homes owned by TSP construction, celebrated the remarkable achievement of Joy Tufuga, the first female trade-qualified carpenter in Levin. Joy recently completed her carpentry apprenticeshRead more

Brewtown general manager speaks at Electra Business After Five event

Guests at the July Electra Business After Five event heard from self-professed bogan and Brewtown general manager Phil Gorman. Gorman, who married a Levin local, shared his experiences and insights,Read more