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Stories about New Zealand businesses, startups and entrepreneurs building something worth noticing.

The Second Act: What New Zealand's Biggest Founders Did Next
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The Second Act: What New Zealand's Biggest Founders Did Next

From The Warehouse to Trade Me to My Food Bag, what six of New Zealand's biggest founders did after the win says more about the country than how they won.

Noteworthy Staff3 Jun 2026
Small Business Ideas for New Zealand: 15 You Can Start With Under $5,000
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Small Business Ideas for New Zealand: 15 You Can Start With Under $5,000

Fifteen small business ideas you can start in New Zealand with less than $5,000. Hands-on, local businesses with real Kiwi examples and honest costs.

Noteworthy Staff2 Jun 2026
Best Online Business Ideas for New Zealand in 2026
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Best Online Business Ideas for New Zealand in 2026

Online and internet business ideas that work from home in New Zealand — from ecommerce and freelancing to SaaS and digital products — with honest advice on what it takes.

Noteworthy Staff28 Apr 2026
How to Find a Tradesperson in New Zealand (Without the Runaround)
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How to Find a Tradesperson in New Zealand (Without the Runaround)

A practical guide to finding reliable tradespeople in New Zealand — from personal referrals and trade organisations to online directories.

Noteworthy Staff16 Mar 2026
Why More Kiwi Businesses Are Backing Frontline Services
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Why More Kiwi Businesses Are Backing Frontline Services

In an industry full of big promises, Frontline Services is quietly doing things differently — and NZ businesses are noticing.

Noteworthy Staff1 May 2025
Five New Zealand Entrepreneurs Who Built Something Different
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Five New Zealand Entrepreneurs Who Built Something Different

Inspiring stories and lessons from New Zealand's most innovative entrepreneurs — how they built success with groundbreaking ideas.

Noteworthy Staff27 Nov 2024
Business Directories in New Zealand: Where to List and Why
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Business Directories in New Zealand: Where to List and Why

The top 10 business directories in New Zealand to boost your online presence, improve SEO, and get found by more customers.

Noteworthy Staff22 Oct 2024
10 Myths About Entrepreneurship — Challenged by NZ Founders
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10 Myths About Entrepreneurship — Challenged by NZ Founders

Common myths about starting a business, challenged by real New Zealand entrepreneurs who have actually done it.

Noteworthy Staff24 Mar 2024
What It Means to Be a Freelancer: A Guide for the Kiwi Professional
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What It Means to Be a Freelancer: A Guide for the Kiwi Professional

What does freelancing mean in New Zealand's gig economy? A guide to building a successful freelance career as a Kiwi professional.

Noteworthy Staff15 Mar 2024
Bravo Finance: Making Access to Money Less Stressful
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Bravo Finance: Making Access to Money Less Stressful

Bravo Finance provides pre-approved personal and business loans in New Zealand, making the financing process simple and stress-free.

Noteworthy Staff7 Mar 2024
Entrepreneur Resident Visa: Your Path to New Zealand Residency
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Entrepreneur Resident Visa: Your Path to New Zealand Residency

How the Entrepreneur Resident Visa can secure your permanent residency in New Zealand while contributing to the economy.

Noteworthy Staff5 Mar 2024
Kiwi Water Park: How Emily Rutherford Built NZ’s Biggest Inflatable Water Park in Cromwell
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Kiwi Water Park: How Emily Rutherford Built NZ’s Biggest Inflatable Water Park in Cromwell

Emily Rutherford built New Zealand’s largest inflatable water park on Lake Dunstan in Cromwell — a seasonal family business in the heart of Central Otago.

Noteworthy Staff12 Feb 2024

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