Grey Lynn Business Association BID Update: What’s Next?
GLBA is now an active Business Improvement District! As of 1 July 2025, we are officially operating as a BID under Auckland Council’s BID Policy. This is a milestone worth celebrating—and now we shift to using this platform to build our collective future.
GLBA BID AGM 28 October 2025
As part of our commitment to transparency and member engagement, the Grey Lynn Business Association has published key documents ahead of our 2025 Annual General Meeting.
These documents outline our strategic direction, financial planning, governance, and performance for the upcoming BID year (2026–2027). They are available for review below:
📄 Documents Available:
We encourage all members to review these materials prior to the AGM to ensure informed participation in the resolutions and elections.
🗓 AGM Details:
Date: Tuesday 28 October 2025
Time: 4:30 PM
Venue: The Surrey Hotel, Grey Lynn
📣 Member Participation
Your voice matters. Please attend the AGM to vote on key resolutions including:
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Adoption of the Business Plan and Budget
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Appointment of Auditor
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Election of Board Members
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If you have any questions or feedback ahead of the meeting, please contact us via info@glba.co.nz.
What We've Accomplished
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SGM held on 26 March 2025—constitution ratified and leadership in place. Download Constitution
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Public & Council Consultation conducted in February–March 2025.
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GLBA BID Report submitted by 1 April 2025. Download BID Report
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Presentation to Waitematā Local Board in April–May 2025.
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BID officially commenced on 1 July 2025.
What’s Coming Up
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Implement the BID work programme: events, promotions, placemaking, advocacy, and safety initiatives.
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Governance embedding: Ensure smooth operations under the new constitution and Incorporated Societies Act.
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Member outreach: Leverage benefits—newsletter, directory, network events, speaker series.
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Next Annual Planning: Prepare the 2026/2027 work programme and budget.
Stay Involved
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Engage with our board by attending AGMs and public meetings.
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Join in local events, promotional campaigns, and networking opportunities.
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Communicate your ideas—what’s working, and what we can improve together.