iShipping Secures Lower NZ Post Courier Rates for All Business Users
2025-12-01
iShipping Secures Lower NZ Post Courier Rates for All Business Users
With the peak shipping season approaching, delivery costs have become a growing concern for many New Zealand ecommerce sellers. To help our users stay competitive, iShipping has successfully negotiated new discounted courier rates with NZ Post. These rates are now live on our platform and available to all users with no minimum volume or application required.
This pricing update reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting New Zealand’s small and medium-sized businesses with more affordable and reliable shipping solutions.
1. Updated NZ Post Courier Pricing (as of November 2025)
The new rates cover several of NZ Post’s most frequently used services, including popular courier bag sizes and standard parcel delivery. Below are a few key examples with tracked service:
DLE courier bags
NZ Post standard price: $7.40
iShipping rate: $4.54 (approximately 40% off)
A5 courier bags
NZ Post standard price: $8.70
iShipping rate: $4.90 (approximately 45%off)
Within Island delivery
iShipping rate : from $8.52
e.g. Auckland to Wellington
Between Island delivery
iShipping rate : from $11.26
e.g. Auckland to Christchurch
These examples are based on parcels weighing up to 3 kilograms. Final pricing may vary slightly depending on volumetric weight and destination. All updated rates are already reflected on the iShipping system and available to use immediately.
2. Why Are the Rates Lower? Behind the Platform Negotiation
Over the past year, more and more merchants have joined the iShipping platform. As our user base and shipping volume continue to grow, we are able to negotiate more competitive commercial rates with courier providers like NZ Post. These latest discounts are a direct result of our expanding shipping volume and our long-term relationships with courier partners. By consolidating demand across thousands of users, we give every merchant access to pricing that would normally only be available to large-scale businesses.
There are no usage thresholds or account requirements. Every user on our platform can access the new NZ Post rates, regardless of their shipping frequency.
3. Extra Support for Ecommerce Shipping: What iShipping Offers
Beyond pricing, iShipping is focused on helping online sellers operate more efficiently. Our platform provides a full suite of tools and services designed to simplify your shipping process:
Free courier bags
Merchants using iShipping can request free NZ Post courier bags in a variety of sizes including DLE, A5, and A4.
One-click ecommerce integration
Sync orders from platforms such as Shopify, WooCommerce, and TradeMe directly into your iShipping dashboard.
Multi-courier rate comparisons
Compare shipping options from NZ Post, Aramex, Fliway, and DHL in real time to find the best price for every order.
Local customer support
Our friendly support team is available to assist with bookings, pickups, claims, and more through email or social channels.
4. Plan Ahead for the Holiday Rush
As the Christmas season approaches, shipping demand will rise and courier capacity may become more limited. Now is the ideal time to review your shipping setup, reduce costs, and streamline fulfillment workflows.iShipping is here to help you stay ahead. Whether you are a new business or a growing brand, we are committed to making shipping simpler, faster, and more affordable for everyone.
Sign in to iShipping today to explore the updated NZ Post rates and get ready for a smoother end-of-year shipping season.