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Investment into New Zealand companies saw 9% growth year-on-year<\/span> between 2014 and 2015, with $61.2 million invested into 94 companies across 132 deals in 2015.<\/p>\n\n\n

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The inaugural <\/span>Tech Pioneers Report<\/span><\/a><\/span> prepared by H2 Ventures, one of Australia\u2019s leading venture capital firms, identified online accounting software company Xero<\/a><\/span> and cloud-based point-of-sale (POS) and retail platform <\/span>Vend<\/span><\/a><\/span> among the top ten Tech Pioneers that are taking advantage of technology and driving disruption across a range of industries. New Zealand government has also grants for start up<\/a> that a good point for new comers in business.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The startup scene has been <\/span>described<\/span><\/span> as \u201ctightly-networked\u201d, and the culture as \u201claid back, creative, fun-loving and balanced\u201d. Here, we give you the lowdown on New Zealand\u2019s up-and-coming startup scene:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also read: <\/strong>The Ultimate Guide to the Startup Community in Singapore<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n

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<\/span>Communities <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

New Zealand Technology Industry Association<\/span>
<\/a><\/strong>NZTech enables the growth of the tech industry in New Zealand by providing leadership in engaging government leaders, the media and other stakeholders. They support the New Zealand government’s quest to becoming a digital nation<\/span> by acting as an information hub for investors<\/a> <\/span>and businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creative HQ
<\/a><\/strong><\/span>The startup base in New Zealand\u2019s capital city Wellington aims to increase the number of high growth businesses in New Zealand through its incubation and accelerator programmes, as well as grassroots entrepreneur initiatives and innovation spaces. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Built in Wellington<\/strong><\/span>
<\/span>This website describes itself as a \u201cone -top poster board for what makes this city hum\u201d and curates startup events in Wellington, as well as news, articles, blogs, and tips. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

NZ Startup of the Week
<\/a><\/strong><\/span>This blog showcases a new startup in New Zealand every Monday and is a great way to keep yourself updated on the freshest startup on the scene! (Subscribe<\/a><\/span>)<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Facebook groups <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

NZ Tech Startups Eco-System
<\/a><\/strong><\/span>With more than 6,000 members, this group helps you stay up to date on the New Zealand startup scene, find information, meet investors and co-founders and find answers to your startup questions.  <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Founder Finder NZ\/AUS<\/span>
<\/a><\/strong>This Facebook group helps you connect with other entrepreneurs, creative talent, venture capital and subject matter experts. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Co-working spaces <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Biz-Dojo<\/a><\/span><\/strong> (Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch)
<\/span>This co-working and collaboration network has offices in several locations and becoming a member gives you access to all the locations. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enspiral Space<\/strong><\/span> (Wellington)
<\/span>Self-described as a \u201c\u2018DIY\u2019 social enterprise support network\u201d, <\/span>Enspiral<\/span><\/span> regularly hosts public gatherings at its physical hub <\/span>Enspiral<\/span> Space<\/span><\/span>. It targets entrepreneurs, startups, freelancers, and charities with an ethical focus. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

YND Workshop<\/a><\/strong><\/span> (Wellington)
<\/span>This co-working space describes itself as a \u201clight-filled, open-plan space ideal for creatives and techies\u201d and offers a number of flexible options for hiring space, from day-rate hot-desking to monthly fixed-desks. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generator<\/a><\/strong><\/span> (Auckland)
<\/span>Generator has many options for hiring space, including private suites, permanent desks, hot-desking and casual membership to their bar and lounge. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Movers & Shakers<\/strong><\/span> (Auckland)
<\/span>Located on the top floor of one of Britomart\u2019s most eccentric heritage buildings, it is ideal for those who want to be inspired by the place they work in. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bridge Street Collective<\/a><\/span><\/strong> (Christchurch)
<\/span>This co-working space is known for its inspiring community, and community events include meetups, morning tea every morning, after work drinks and more. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Events <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For a summary of all the startup-related events going on in Wellington, check out the <\/span>Built in Wellington calendar<\/span><\/a><\/span>! Some cool events you should definitely check out include:- <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Techweek<\/span>
<\/a><\/strong>Techweek is a nationwide technology festival that showcases entrepreneurship and innovation. For Techweek\u201917 taking place in May 2017, you have the option of <\/span>submitting an event<\/span><\/a><\/span> if it falls within any of the following five themes: Next Generation, The Equality Gap, The Future of Food, Scaling Impact and Environmental Shift. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Startup Garage
<\/a><\/strong><\/span>This event series run by Creative HQ that is open to anyone and includes office visits, hosting visiting speakers with inspiring stories and conducting information expert sessions. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Startup Weekend<\/span>
<\/a><\/strong>This global initiative is an intense 54 hour event that brings together developers, designers, marketers, product managers and startup enthusiasts to share ideas, form teams and build products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Resources <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Zegal<\/a><\/span> <\/strong><\/span><\/span>\u2013 affordable legal documents<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Founded in Hong Kong in 2012, Zegal expanded into New Zealand in June 2016 with a total of 7 free legal documents that were localised for the New Zealand jurisdiction. <\/p>\n\n\n

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6 months following Zegal’s soft launch into New Zealand, we now offer a total of 33 documents<\/a> <\/span><\/strong>as part of the Startup Plan<\/strong><\/span> \u2013 that provides New Zealand startups with all the legal documents they need through the phases of Pre-Startup, Startup, Growth, <\/strong>and Maturity. <\/strong>With an online legal service such as Zegal, Founders have the ability meet their legal needs at a fraction of the time, cost, and complexity.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Zegal’s DIY document builder<\/a><\/span> now contains 33 documents for use in New Zealand.<\/em>
Sign up for a completely free account<\/a> <\/span>to start creating your first two legal documents.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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Also check out Zegal’s (FREE!) eBook library<\/a> <\/span><\/span>to learn more about basic legal fundamentals, owning your trade mark<\/span><\/span>, doing business online, and fundraising.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Claim your free trial. Start drafting legal documents with Zegal today.<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Xero<\/a> <\/strong><\/span>\u2013 cloud accounting software
<\/a><\/strong><\/span>New Zealand pride Xero offers a cloud-based accounting software for small and medium-sized businesses simplifies paperwork and allows you to focus on building your business. Similar to Zegal, Xero also maintains a comprehensive library of handy small business guides<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Accelerators & Incubators <\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lightning Lab<\/strong><\/span>
<\/span><\/a>With the aim of creating great businesses at lightning speeds, this accelerator programme launched in Wellington in 2012 offers a 12-week mentor-intensive programme that provides startups with structure, business skills and access to a global network of more than 100 mentors and advisors <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

R9 Accelerator
<\/a><\/strong><\/span>This accelerator is a partnership between Creative HQ and New Zealand\u2019s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment. It bring together entrepreneurs, developers, private sector specialists and government to work on projects that tackle major pain points for New Zealand businesses. This in-residence accelerator gives startups the opportunity to dive deep into their opportunity areas over the period of three months. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did we miss anything?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What other communities form the cornerstone of New Zealand’s startup community?<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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