Stories
In-depth features, founder profiles, and business stories from across New Zealand. Real journeys, real impact.
aerospace
What Is a Spaceplane?
A spaceplane is a vehicle that combines features of an aircraft and a rocket: it can fly to the edge of space (or beyond) using rocket power, but takes.
Noteworthy Staff3 Jun 2026
business
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
agritech
What Is Virtual Fencing?
Virtual fencing uses GPS-enabled collars, software and animal cues to manage livestock movement without physical fences. Here’s how it works.
Noteworthy Staff2 Jun 2026
business
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
business
15 Best Online Business Ideas in New Zealand in 2026
Fifteen online and internet business ideas that work from home in New Zealand — from ecommerce and freelancing to SaaS and digital products.
Noteworthy Staff28 Apr 2026
tech
Conversational Analytics: The End of the Dashboard Era
The dashboard model is broken. Conversational analytics is not an improvement — it is a full replacement for how teams use data.
Gideon Banks12 Apr 2026
business
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
business
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
business
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
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
business
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
business
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
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