Back in 2012 New Zealand was ranked the 13th most innovative economy in the world, in the 2023 survey we rank 27th
Source Global Innovation Index 2023. WIPO.
Coming together for the future
Heke mai - hui a tatou
Collaboration and partnership enhances the implementation of innovative ideas and solutions.
We must bring community, Iwi, central government, local government, big business, small to medium enterprises, universities, polytechnics and schools together.
An opportunity to create an Innovation Precinct in the heart of Franklin. This is a model we want to see adopted across New Zealand. Our collective challenge is to understand what innovation looks like for Franklin, for your organisation, for your customers in 2042. And then ask ourselves the question, what if that’s where we needed to be in 2025?
Innovation Franklin is a registered charity (Charity Number: CC60469) committed to positioning New Zealand for the future.
The essence
Kaupapa
Motor racing, agriculture, pastoral, these are part of what Franklin is, we will embrace this DNA as part of Innovation Franklin.
We also recognise the fast changing community of the region where digital, manufacturing, energy, construction, tourism and lifestyle SMEs are equally important.
We will support all businesses and the communities of interest.
Building up the place
Hanga ake te waahi
In the centre of Pukekohe, close to schools, close to public transport
Appropriate zoning and available property
Innovation Franklin to be a Charitable Trust which will operate the site including the Innovation Centre
Rent to be funded from growth companies, university, polytechnic and private training establishment
Operational funding through Corporate sponsorship
Business supporters
Nga paikihi tautoko
The board
Te poari whakahaere
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