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A practical guide for Kiwi carpenters drowning in manual admin — how to streamline the business, stop stressing about job margins, and get your evenings and weekends back.
Read MoreKiwi carpenters are switching to NextMinute for a mobile app the crew actually uses, Auckland-based support, real-time back costing, sharper progress claims, and clean Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks sync.
Read MoreA practical rundown of the apps that actually earn their place in a Kiwi carpentry business in 2026 — what to use, what to skip, and how to stop the tech stack getting away from you.
Read MoreSix signs your NZ roofing business has outgrown spreadsheets — and what changes when you switch to proper job management software.
Read MoreWinter is the cashflow squeeze every Kiwi roofing business knows is coming. Six practical levers — quoting, invoicing, variations, back-costing, marketing and scheduling — that keep roofers in the black through the wet months.
Read MoreKiwi roofers are switching to NextMinute for a crew-friendly mobile app, Auckland-based support, weather-friendly scheduling, real-time back-costing and clean Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks sync.
Read MoreMost NZ landscapers don't find out a job went over budget until it's too late. Here's how to track your costs in real time and protect your margin.
Read MoreManaging a landscaping crew in NZ shouldn't mean constant calls, confused workers, and jobs going sideways. Here's how to keep the team on track.
Read MoreQuoting landscaping jobs in NZ doesn't have to be a guessing game. Here's how to price your work properly, cover your costs, and win more jobs.
Read MoreMeet Tarsha, one of the friendly voices behind NextMinute support in Sydney, and learn what she loves about helping tradies run better jobs.
Read MoreMeet the new NextMinute mobile app for tradies. Faster, cleaner, and easier for the crew to use on site and the office to stay in sync.
Read MoreFuel prices are rising in New Zealand. Use our free fuel calculator to estimate job fuel costs and help protect your margin.
Read MoreStill quoting with a calculator? See how Rouse Contracting halved their admin time and got their weekends back with NextMinute.
Read MoreDuncan's got the knack for getting you set up with zero stress. Learn about this top bloke and what he gets up to in his downtime.
Read MoreDiscover the top construction apps for Kiwi builders for 2026. Manage jobs, track time, quote faster and stay compliant with tools built for NZ tradies.
Read MoreLearn how Kiwi builders and tradies use cost tracking and back costing to stay on budget and avoid surprises on the job.
Read MoreThousands of Kiwi tradies are moving to Australia. Here’s why, what it means for NZ construction, and how businesses can keep talent at home.
Read MoreJob management software built for Kiwi tradies. Quote faster, cut admin, track jobs and get paid quicker with NextMinute NZ.
Read MoreStreamline your NZ construction business with practical tips to save time, boost profit, and cut admin using NextMinute.
Read MoreStop the $10K leak. See 7 hidden costs draining Kiwi tradies profits and how to plug them with better quoting, timesheets, and invoicing.
Read MorePlaceMakers is expanding, so more Kiwi tradies can now enjoy the powerful NextMinute + PlaceMakers integration. Learn more here.
Read MoreIf it’s all in your head, it’s not a business — it’s a job. Learn how tradies can scale with systems, structure and smarter tools.
Read MoreLet’s talk about a few essentials to help you get set up for a cracking year.
Read MoreFrom plumber to software pro - meet our sales guy Mat. He's here to help you get your tradie business sorted.
Read MoreWith skilled tradies in high demand, here's how you can keep your staff engaged and onboard for the long haul.
Read MoreA hidden gem in NextMinute is the ability to upload site plans and sketch on them right from the mobile app.
Read MoreLearn how to set the right construction labour charge-out rates with tips from pros, so you avoid underpricing and keep your business turning a profit.
Read MoreWe’ve rolled out a feature update in NextMinute that’ll make life just that little bit easier when you’re adding timesheet entries.
Read MoreOur team has been flat out making NextMinute even more useful for you and your crew. Check out what’s coming soon.
Read MoreCraft a standout construction brand & logo! This guide offers step-by-step pro tips & examples to define values and attract clients.
Read MoreUnlock project management secrets for construction success. Learn unconventional tips from real industry experiences.
Read MoreNZ and Australian Accountants & Bookkeepers have received more exposure when it comes to cloud accounting technology, but that does not mean that they have an advantage.
Read MoreSimple Tips for Avoiding Client Disputes
Read MoreThe recent severe flooding in the North Island of New Zealand, especially in Auckland and Tauranga, has caused widespread damage to properties...
Read MoreRead about how Kirsty and the Admin Toolshed helped solve the problem of time for their trade clients.
Read MorePimp My Garage is a 100% Kiwi owned garage installation business started by Tod Crosby and Jeremy Davis.
Read MoreThe Trades Coach is an industry-specific business coaching and advisory firm.
Read MoreWe talk to Haley about how a lot of their tradie clients used very manual job management processes before NextMinute, like excel spreadsheets, looking at ingoings and outgoings on bank statements, and even going as far as keeping everything in their heads.
Read MoreWhilst my clients were making do with what they had, they weren't working in the best possible way.
Read MoreWith their focus on quality and excellent customer service, Jonathan and Office Manager Mel recognised that traditional paper-based systems no longer cut it. Paper was inefficient, time consuming and caused a massive amount of duplication.
Read MoreTradies are out there fixing everyone else problems, but who is fixing theirs?
Read MoreLearn more here about how Job Management Software can help you both on and off the job
Read MoreReporting for Trade Businesses is traditionally overlooked, but shouldn’t be. It is crucial for any successful trade business to know how you are doing.
Read MoreWe are happy to announce a new feature within NextMinute called Job Planning (Also known as a Gantt Charts, or Project Planning).
Read MoreJules thought, how the hell am I going to keep track of all the hours for the jobs? There’s got to be a better way.” So he went on the hunt and came through with NextMinute.
Read MoreThis exciting new feature allows you to pull through Bills from Xero into NextMinute and link them to a Job or Task.
Read MoreWhen you’re stretched to keep on top of things at work, the last thing you need is to be stressing over managing timesheets.
Read MoreImagine this: You give your 100% and nail a project. You’re pretty confident in your capabilities as a tradie. You’re waiting for your client to call you and say how awesome you are. However...
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