The Waiuku Business and Development Association board members
A dedicated team of 8 local business owners and employees who have a shared interest in improving the economic development of the Waiuku area.
Waiuku Business & Development Association – The Board

Julie Powell
Sunset Surf & Turf
Chair
09 235 9219
My Business is Sunset Surf & Turf, 27 Queen Street Waiuku.
I have been running ...
My Business is Sunset Surf & Turf, 27 Queen Street Waiuku.
I have been running this independent business for 15 years experiencing the highs and lows of running a retail business in a small town.
We have had to be adaptable with brands coming and going trying to be unique in our products to other big retail stores and learning new technology and the way people shop.
I am delighted to stand as Chair this year having been a part of the WBDA committee for about 8 years.
I hope to continue the great work of previous Chairs and look forward bring the WBDA up to date with the new look website giving our businesses a more modern platform to advertise on. I really enjoy collaborating with other businesses in town and being a part of an awesome and motivated committee.
Jeremy Lamb
New World Waiuku owner
Secretary
09 235 8771
Born and bred in Rotorua, I met my wife Sascha at the young age of 18 at the Ne...
Born and bred in Rotorua, I met my wife Sascha at the young age of 18 at the New world where I started my career.
With a dream of becoming an Owner/Operator with foodstuffs, I set about turning that possibility into a vision with focus and ongoing determination.
I have always worked in supermarkets and have been in ownership for 10 years taking our family from Auckland to Hamilton to Taumarunui and now we are in this awesome community in Waiuku. I have an unbounded passion for our people and our awesome store every day.
I feel privileged to give back to our community through the Waiuku Business and Development Association committee, working alongside a great team, to take our community of Waiuku into the future.

Angela Wilson
Cocky's Corner
Treasurer
021 1255730
Cocky’s Corner has been operating in Waiuku for 26 years. My husband Rod and I b...
Cocky’s Corner has been operating in Waiuku for 26 years. My husband Rod and I bought the business 16 years ago and that is when we moved to town.
Waiuku has great potential and I look forward to being back on the board and helping in any way that I can

Andrew Clark
Barfoot & Thompson
Vice-chairperson
021 500 074
Appointed as Branch Manager for Barfoot & Thompson Waiuku. A new arrival to Waiu...
Appointed as Branch Manager for Barfoot & Thompson Waiuku. A new arrival to Waiuku and very excited about making a contribution to the community. Andrew says he is really enjoying the short commute to the office each day. As a keen hunter and fisherman he's looking forward to discovering some new territory - once it stops raining! Barfoot & Thompson Waiuku is a very active branch offering residential, rural/lifestyle and commercial sales with full service property management.

Darren Wilson
ITM Waiuku
0275 637 968
My wife Sharon and I have owned Waiuku ITM for 3 years. We work in the business...
My wife Sharon and I have owned Waiuku ITM for 3 years. We work in the business and both enjoy trading in this vibrant go-ahead town/region.
We have been members of the Waiuku Business & Development Association since 2017. The people we have met and information we have gained from being members has been invaluable.
The opportunity to come onto the Committee and work closer with fellow business owners in Waiuku is something we look forward to. With the recent revamp of the Website and some great ideas in the pipeline it is an exciting time to be part of the Waiuku Business & Development Association.

Max Ranger
Cafe Queen
021 311 403
I took over Queen at the end of 2022 after having worked for the old owners for ...
I took over Queen at the end of 2022 after having worked for the old owners for the better part of 3 years. Becoming a bigger part of Waiuku's community and seeing potential has made me want to throw my hat into the ring and try to bring a fresh, unique outlook and approach to the committee, while standing by the values Waiuku holds. I look forward to learning more about the community and growing with it.
I enjoy learning about the people of Waiuku while making coffees, running and dancing around, and visiting other businesses in the local area. You'll often see me fluttering around town with bright hair, funky earrings, and a smile on my face.
With Queen I try to stand by the message that being too serious is boring, and that laughter is the best medicine. I am best described as someone who is not afraid to speak up and stand out, and I pride myself on it.
I am so grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the committee and I look forward to helping nurture the future of Waiuku.

Raewyn Hambling
Paterson Burn Optometrists
09 235 8510
My name is Raewyn Hambling. I have enjoyed living in Waiuku for 30+ years and wo...
My name is Raewyn Hambling. I have enjoyed living in Waiuku for 30+ years and worked in the optics industry for over a decade.
I am a proud mother, having brought up 2 fantastic children with my husband while looking after the eyes of Waiuku and surrounds.
I am very family orientated, and I am enthusiastic about community development.
I look forward to contributing of Waiuku’s growth.

Gary Holmes
Franklin Local Board / Waiuku Ward
My name is Gary Holmes
I am the Franklin Local Board representative on the WBDA...
My name is Gary Holmes
I am the Franklin Local Board representative on the WBDA.
Waiuku is home for my wife and I and our family. Having served as an elected local board member, I appreciate more than ever the importance of experience, practical and enthusiastic representation of our area at local board level. I am not afraid to actively speak-out and stand up for community issues and I am enthusiastic about Waiuku and the Awhitu Peninsula, and the job of preserving its special qualities.

Sharlene Druyven
Franklin Local Board / Waiuku Ward
021 536 177
Proudly born and bred in Waiuku, happily married to Jos with 2 children Brooke a...
Proudly born and bred in Waiuku, happily married to Jos with 2 children Brooke and Jake, all residing and employed in Waiuku.
Many will know me through my Waiuku Town Manager role which I held for just over 11 years but have since left to focus more on my Local Board role.
Waiuku, now more than ever needs local knowledge, experience, and a strong voice to advocate on our community’s behalf. We need to ensure that we have fit for purpose infrastructure ie. upgraded water and wastewater services, safe roads and improved council services and assets to cater for the projected growth, while trying to retain the special village feel for which Waiuku is renowned.
Now in my third term on Franklin Local Board, I know what the issues are and I will continue to do my best to follow through and advocate on your behalf.
Waiuku Town Centre Management

Vanessa Newman
Town Centre Manager
021 0827 5763
My name is Vanessa Newman and I am the Town Manager for Waiuku. My role is to s...
My name is Vanessa Newman and I am the Town Manager for Waiuku. My role is to support and advocate on behalf of Waiuku businesses. This is achieved through working with council, advising on bylaw changes, submissions, providing networking opportunities and creating proactive ways to attract and sustain new businesses moving to the area.
As Waiuku is the tourist area of West Franklin, supporting tourism is essential. We also create, help fund and run events that not only advertise Waiuku but support the town economically going forward.

Michelle Crow
Town Centre Manager's Assistant
09 235 6231
Hi my name is Michelle Crow and I'm the Town Manager's assistant for Waiuku.
...
Hi my name is Michelle Crow and I'm the Town Manager's assistant for Waiuku.
My role is to support the Town Manager and Waiuku businesses, also to help fund and run events that not only advertise Waiuku but support the town economically going forward.