Guides for NZ small business websites
Practical, plain-English guides to help New Zealand businesses get found online. Each guide links to the official New Zealand sources it relies on.
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Updated 13 November 2026
How to Choose a Builder in New Zealand: Expert Guide
Choose the right builder by verifying their LBP licence, insurance, and references, then ensuring you get a legally compliant written contract for work over $30,000.
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Free ways to promote your business online in New Zealand
Free ways to promote a NZ business online: Google, Bing and Apple listings, NZ directories, social profiles, consent-based email and local content.
Read guide →How to Choose a Mortgage Broker in New Zealand (2026 Guide)
Choosing the right mortgage broker means checking their FSPR registration, lender panel size, fee structure, specialist experience, and communication style before committing.
Read guide →How to Choose an Electrician in New Zealand
Hiring a licensed electrician in New Zealand means checking EWRB registration, understanding costs and paperwork, knowing what questions to ask, and having…
Read guide →How to choose a web designer in New Zealand
Brief, shortlist and question NZ web designers, keep your domain in your business's name, get it in writing and spot red flags.
Read guide →How much does a website cost in New Zealand?
What drives website costs in NZ: DIY builders vs freelancers vs agencies, domains, hosting, email, upkeep and GST, plus how to avoid…
Read guide →Do I need an NZBN for my business?
What the NZBN is, who gets one automatically, how sole traders, partnerships and trusts apply for free, and whether it's legally required.
Read guide →How to get more Google reviews for your New Zealand business
Set up your Google Business Profile, share your review link, ask the right way, reply well, and stay within Google's rules and…
Read guide →What to put on a small business website in New Zealand
The essential pages, contact details, Privacy Act 2020 privacy statement, honest claims under NZ consumer law, NZBN display and mobile speed.
Read guide →Choosing a .nz domain name for your business
.nz, .co.nz or .com? Who regulates .nz, the rules for registering, how renewals work and how to avoid domain name disputes in…
Read guide →How to get your New Zealand business found on Google: a practical checklist
A step-by-step checklist for NZ small businesses: Google Business Profile, NZBN, consistent contact details, reviews, website basics and directories.
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