Grey Lynn isn’t just a place. It’s a mindset. Creative, curated, and constantly evolving.
Independent, expressive, and full of character, it’s one of Auckland’s most distinctive inner-city neighbourhoods. The Grey Lynn Business Association exists to support and amplify that energy along with a dynamic and successful business community.
Backed by local businesses, Grey Lynn is now officially a Business Improvement District (BID). This unlocks new investment, a stronger collective voice, and the ability to shape what comes next.
What Being a BID Means
A Business Improvement District is a partnership between local businesses and Auckland Council, funded through a targeted rate and reinvested back into the area, to ensure a sense of place and promote our business precincts.
Our BID Boundary
Our Focus
With BID status, we now invest directly back into Grey Lynn to:
- Bring more people into the area through marketing and promotion
- Create experiences through events, activations, and placemaking
- Advocate for local businesses with council and key stakeholders
- Strengthen the business community through, connection, skills development, and support
Everything we do is shaped by local businesses, for local businesses. We are building a more connected, vibrant, and resilient Grey Lynn. A place where businesses thrive and people want to spend time.
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Leadership
Behind the scenes, a dedicated team works to keep Grey Lynn moving forward. Led by a Management Team and Board who bring local insight, business experience, and a shared commitment to supporting he businesses and character of the area.
Together, they shape direction, drive delivery, and represent the interests of the Grey Lynn member businesses. What-is-more the GLBA are committed to celebrating the unique history, culture, values and aspirations of our wider Grey Lynn community, a unique community so many love.
Management Team
Grace Mitchell
Board
Robin McDonnell
Mike Collis
Josephine Dias-Kawhe
Liz Mitchell
Julie Stevens
Jason Su
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