Can You Really Make Money on Temu in New Zealand?

Can You Make Money on Temu in New Zealand? A Kiwi Sibling Story

Many Kiwi sellers are asking the same question: Can you actually make money on Temu in New Zealand? And if yes, what should you watch out for when opening a store?

Earlier this year, a sibling duo decided to test Temu by listing a few products. What started as a small experiment quickly turned into a real business. Today they run multiple Temu stores, ship hundreds of parcels every day, and have already opened a second warehouse.

Here’s what their journey can tell us about selling on Temu in New Zealand.

From a Small Test to Big Growth

At the beginning, their goal was simple: upload a few products and see if Temu could work for Kiwi sellers. They started with a wide mix of home goods, hardware, and outdoor items for everyday shoppers.

To their surprise, demand came fast. Within a few months, their “trial” stores turned into a growing network. They now process hundreds of orders daily, with three containers of new stock on the way.

What makes their story impressive is not just the numbers, but the fact that they built it themselves. No big team. No outside investors. Just quick decisions, persistence, and hard work.

What to Watch Out for When Selling on Temu

Like many eCommerce sellers in New Zealand, they soon realised one big challenge: shipping costs. Courier prices here are relatively high, and small sellers usually lack the bargaining power of larger retailers.

They knew that without the right logistics solution, profits would quickly disappear. That’s when they moved their fulfilment to iShipping. On our platform they could:

Access multiple couriers in one place, including NZ Post, Aramex, DHL, and Fliway
Save up to 50 percent compared with standard courier rates
Avoid minimum volumes or monthly fees, staying flexible as they scale

As they put it:
“When your margins are tight, the shipping platform you choose can decide whether you grow or stall.”

Key Takeaways for Kiwi Sellers

These siblings are not corporate giants. They are everyday New Zealanders who proved that Temu can be profitable, as long as you focus on the right things.

Their experience highlights three key points for Temu sellers in New Zealand:

Start small and test fast : you don’t need to wait for perfect conditions.
Protect your margins : sales volume means little if costs eat up your profit.
Choose the right shipping partner :affordable, reliable logistics can make all the difference.

Final Thoughts

The growth of this sibling duo shows that Temu can absolutely work in New Zealand. With determination, smart decisions, and the right shipping solution, even small businesses can achieve impressive results.

Whether you are just opening your first Temu store, scaling on Shopify, or selling on TradeMe, iShipping is here to help you ship smarter, save costs, and grow your business.

📧 Get in touch: service@ishipping.co.nz