CMS Websites
A good content management system puts you in control - update pages, publish news and swap images without waiting on a developer. We build on the right platform for your needs - WordPress, SilverStripe, Craft, Webflow or Shopify - set it up cleanly, and make sure it stays fast and secure.
WordPress
The world's most popular CMS - cost-effective and familiar, with a huge plugin ecosystem. We build it the right way - lean, secure and fast, not bloated.
SilverStripe
New Zealand's own enterprise CMS, trusted across government and large organisations. A great fit when you need structured content, fine-grained permissions and long-term stability.
Craft CMS
A premium, designer-friendly CMS with a beautifully flexible content model. Ideal for content-rich brands that want full creative control without the WordPress clutter.
Webflow & Shopify
Webflow for visually-rich, designer-led marketing sites; Shopify for online stores that need to just work. We build, customise and migrate both - properly, not just from a template.
Set up to last
Sensible content models, locked-down security, automatic backups and a clear editing experience for your team - so the site is a pleasure to run, not a chore.
Technologies we use
- WordPress
- SilverStripe
- Craft CMS
- Webflow
- Shopify
- PHP / Laravel
- MySQL / PostgreSQL
SilverStripe, Craft CMS and WordPress development in New Zealand
Finding a SilverStripe developer in NZ or a Craft CMS developer is harder than it should be - most agencies only do WordPress, and the specialists tend to focus on large government contracts. We work across all three platforms, which means we recommend the one that fits your content and budget, not the only one we know.
SilverStripe development
SilverStripe is New Zealand’s own open-source CMS, used across government (it powers many govt.nz sites), councils and large organisations. We build new SilverStripe sites, upgrade legacy ones (SilverStripe 4 to 5 upgrades are a common request), and take over maintenance of sites whose original developers have moved on. If you’re a NZ organisation with an ageing SilverStripe site and nobody to look after it, that’s exactly the gap we fill.
Craft CMS development
Craft is the CMS design-led brands choose when WordPress feels cluttered and heavy. Its content modelling is the best in the business, and editors genuinely enjoy using it. We build Craft sites end-to-end and also work white-label with design studios that need a reliable Craft build partner.
WordPress, done properly
Most WordPress sites in NZ are built fast and cheap - page-builder bloat, twenty plugins, no maintenance plan. Then they get slow, or hacked. We build WordPress lean: a purpose-built theme, minimal plugins, hardened security, automatic backups. The difference shows up in your Google rankings (speed is a ranking factor) and in never having to make the “our site’s been hacked” phone call.
Which CMS should you pick?
We wrote an honest comparison: SilverStripe vs Craft vs WordPress for NZ businesses. The short version: WordPress for cost-effective and familiar, Craft for design-led control, SilverStripe for enterprise structure and government-grade permissions. Every site we ship is fast, secure and comes with a care plan option so it stays that way.
Get a free quote and tell us what you’re working with - we’ll give you a straight recommendation, even if it’s “keep what you’ve got.”
Frequently asked questions
Which CMS is right for my business?
It depends on your content, team and budget. WordPress is cost-effective and familiar; Craft is brilliant for design-led brands; SilverStripe suits structured, enterprise-grade needs; Webflow suits design-led marketing sites; Shopify is best for online stores. We'll recommend honestly based on what you actually need.
Can you work on my existing WordPress, SilverStripe or Webflow site?
Absolutely. We take on redesigns, rescues, performance fixes, security clean-ups and ongoing maintenance for existing sites on any major platform.
Is WordPress secure?
WordPress is as secure as how it's built and maintained. We harden it, keep it updated, add backups and monitoring - and our care plans keep it that way.
Do you take over SilverStripe sites built by other agencies?
Yes - this is common. Many NZ organisations have a SilverStripe site whose original agency has moved on or become unresponsive. We audit it, take over hosting and maintenance, and keep it upgraded.
Can you migrate my site from one CMS to another?
Yes. We regularly migrate sites between WordPress, SilverStripe and Craft - content, SEO redirects and all - so you keep your Google rankings through the move.
Let’s build something that grows your business
Tell us what you need - a new website, a custom system, or solid hosting. We’ll reply within one business day with honest, practical advice and a clear quote.