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Branding & Design, Software & App Development, Websites.

Can your website agency own your website? What every business should know.

We’ve lost count of the number of business owners who’ve come to us saying “I thought I owned my website… until I realised I didn’t.” It usually starts small - you can’t log in to make a quick change, or you have to email your agency for every little update. Then you find out your domain is registered in their name, not yours. Before you know it, your own website is effectively behind bars, and the only way to get to it is through them.

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Digital Marketing.

The best ways to spend your marketing budget this year

Let’s be honest, times are a bit uncertain right now, and many businesses are wondering how best to spend their marketing budgets. Should you cut back? Hold steady? Or get creative? The truth is, smart marketing now can set you up to win big later. It’s not about throwing money at ads blindly but spending wisely on what actually connects with people.

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Branding & Design, Digital Marketing.

Avoid these website photo mistakes: Your guide to better website imagery in New Zealand

Your website is often the first impression people get of your business. And like it or not, most people judge a book by its cover. If your site is filled with blurry images, cheesy stock photography or outdated photos, you're likely losing customers before they’ve even read a word. In a world where attention spans are short and competition is fierce, strong, professional visuals are no longer a nice-to-have, they’re essential.

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Hosting & Security, Websites.

TimeZoneOne Website Hosting Shutdown? Webmad is Ready to Support You!

With the news that TimeZoneOne is shutting down hosting at the end of the month, many businesses are left scrambling to find reliable hosting services. If your website is still hosted by TimeZoneOne, now’s the time to act to avoid going offline. If you’re looking for a flexible, long-term partner who can offer clear, affordable website hosting Webmad is here to help

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Digital Marketing, Websites.

Local SEO in New Zealand: How to Get Found in Your Suburb

If you’re a small business owner in New Zealand, chances are your customers aren’t across the country, they’re just down the road. Whether you’re an accountant in the city, a plumber in Papanui or a builder in Ashburton, local SEO is what helps customers in your area find you online. Plus, people love going local when it ...

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Software & App Development, Websites.

NZ 2025 Investment Boost: What It Means for Your Business

The 2025 Investment Boost is a key initiative in the New Zealand Government’s 2025 Budget. The scheme allows kiwi businesses to immediately deduct 20% of the cost of new business assets – including websites and software – on top of standard depreciation.

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