Announcement

We’re absolutely thrilled to share a milestone that still feels a bit surreal to us: We Love Local has now returned $3 million to small businesses across Aotearoa! When we first started packing gift boxes in our Waikanae garage back in 2018, the idea of supporting hundreds of artisan producers nationwide seemed like an impossible […]

We’re absolutely thrilled to announce our partnership with Paysquad, making it easier than ever for groups to chip in together for meaningful New Zealand gifts! Whether you’re organising a farewell gift for a departing colleague, celebrating a milestone birthday, or showing appreciation for someone special, Paysquad lets everyone contribute without the usual hassle of chasing […]

We are excited to unveil our newest collection of extra-large gifts, showcasing the best of Kāpiti, Wellington, and an exclusive Best of South Island gift basket. These generously sized gift boxes are filled to the brim with a handpicked selection of premium products from exceptional small-batch producers across these beloved regions. Tailored for families and […]

We did it! With the launch of our new Northland gift boxes, We Love Local now covers all New Zealand regions, bringing you a taste of local goodness from every corner of the country. It’s hard to believe what our little side project showcasing Kāpiti’s artisan producers turned into, and we couldn’t be more proud to reach this […]

We are thrilled to announce the release of our latest region — the Notable Northland Gift Box! Prepare to be whisked away on an unforgettable foodie journey as we bring you the best of Aotearoa’s captivating Far North. Over the past few months, our team has been working tirelessly to curate a collection of exceptional […]

This little note came in with one of our returned wooden gift boxes, and it really made us smile! Every gift box purchased from We Love Local comes with a return courier label and instructions. If recipients don’t have a use for the wooden box, they can return it to us for free to reuse. […]

Join us on another taste adventure as we set our sights on the beautiful region of Marlborough, specifically the delightful town of Blenheim and beyond! We cannot contain our excitement as we embark on a new culinary journey, curating a collection of delectable treats and flavours that will transport you to the top of New […]

A month that is really packed with new taste journeys across Aotearoa. 🇳🇿 After launching our Nelson Tasman hampers and Southland gift boxes, the creative foodie spirit lives on and we are so happy to be able to announce the release of our Glorious Gisborne Gift Box! Packed with highlights of artisan producers from across […]

Ready for another adventure? This is a big month for regional New Zealand gifts at We Love Local and we are so excited to announce that we will be taking a tasting tour through Southland — with our new Scrumptious Southland Gift Box! Some beautiful products from Invercargill and beyond, including: 🥜 Boasted Peanut Butter🌰 […]

Foodie adventures are the best adventures. We love to take you across Aotearoa and are so excited to announce that We Love Local has landed in a new region! 🇳🇿 Meet all the amazing local artisan producers and food heroes that feature in our new Nourishing Nelson Tasman Gift Box — delivering a taste adventure […]