Blog
Stories about the site and community at Station205, Penrose – industrial warehousing and offices for lease.
AHI Carrier’s amenities get a stylish transformation
Long-time tenants AHI Carrier are now enjoying completely refurbished executive bathrooms and an upgraded lunchroom as part of our ongoing commitment to improvement.
Refurbishments for our new tenant, Rapid Temporary Fencing
The completion of Building 8 at Station205 highlights the many benefits of refurbishing existing structures over demolishing and rebuilding. We're also pleased to welcome our new tenant, Rapid Temporary Fencing, New Zealand’s market leader in temporary fencing hire.
Celebrating 70 years
Established as a family business in 1953, Bates Surfaces celebrates 70 years at Station Road, Penrose – with the site known today as the commercial hub Station205.
Stylish, hard-wearing interiors for long-term tenancies
To make Station205 the best possible place for our tenants, we are refurbishing and building the site to transform it into a modern industrial campus.
Ongoing evolution of the masterplan
The masterplan for Station205 by BDG Architects has been developed to the next level of function and design, setting the aesthetic for the entire site.
Our community: Men at Work
When the traffic management company Men at Work moved their Auckland office to Station205 in 2021, they were looking for something more than just a typical industrial site.
Our community: Right2Drive
With a fleet of around 100 vehicles for customers whose cars are being assessed or repaired after an accident, Right2Drive recently found the perfect Auckland premises at Station205 in Penrose.
1950s knitwear factory gets a new life
With its new black corrugated-iron cladding and blue sunshade detailing, what was once a tired old factory has become a showcase refurbishment for Station205.
Working to a master plan
When my grandfather Arthur Bates purchased 205 Station Rd in Penrose in 1953, the property was just bare dirt dotted with a few gardens. An automotive spray painter by trade, he branched out into hand spraying coating onto kitchen wall panels.
Creating unified signage for Station205
Part of our vision for Station205 as a single destination is unifying the site both visually and functionally, using clear and effective signage to help visitors navigate the site.
Powering ahead with greener transport options
Being at the centre of a transportation hub means asking what Station205 can do to reduce emissions. Providing facilities for electric vehicles is a great start.
Our community: AHI Carrier
Global air conditioning company AHI Carrier has chosen Station205’s industrial space for lease for their head office.
Our community: Refspecs
When it comes to location, Penrose ticks all the boxes. ‘Everywhere in Penrose has a lunch bar across the road,’ says Refspecs manager Rob Morgan, with a smile.
Our community: Potter Interior Systems
We talk to Potter’s general manager to find out why Station205 in Penrose, Auckland is a great place for warehousing and distribution.
Our community: Freightways
By leasing land from its neighbour, Station205, transportation business Freightways is able to expand its busy Auckland hub.
Warehouse renovation: better for the environment
Sustainability to the fore in redevelopment of AJ Bates historic warehouses into Station205, a new industrial hub in Penrose, Auckland.