Auckland Small Business Meetup
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## Auckland Small Business Meetup – First In-Person Gathering
Around 70% of companies in New Zealand are run by one person. Running a business solo can be rewarding — but it doesn’t have to be lonely.
This will be our first in-person Auckland Small Business Meetup, created for small business owners and sole traders to meet face to face, connect, and share real experiences.
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### 🗓 Event Details
Date: Saturday, 21 February 2026
Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
📍 Location: McDonald's Greenlane
💰 Cost: Free to attend
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### 👋 About the Host
Hi, I’m Walter, a sole trader selling wireless earbuds through Facebook Marketplace and as a stall holder at Avondale Sunday Market.
Like many of you, I run my business on my own — which is why I wanted to create a space where small business owners can connect offline and support each other.
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### 🤝 Who Should Attend
You’re very welcome if you’re a:
- Small business owner or sole trader
- Online seller on Trade Me, Shopify, or Facebook
- Market stall holder or street vendor
- Service provider or side-hustler
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### 💬 What to Expect
- Casual, friendly networking
- Open conversations about strengths and shortcomings
- Sharing real experiences from running a business in NZ
- No pitching, no selling — just genuine connections
We are not alone.
One person is a computer — a group of people forms the Internet.
Looking forward to meeting you in person 😊
— Walter
Host, Auckland Small Business Meetup