Advertise in Invercargill

Reach locals searching Invercargill with a featured placement, a full directory listing and more.

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Featured #1 + Listing included
$199/year
About $3.83 a week
Billed yearly · cancel anytime

Everything included:

  • The exclusive #1 spot in your category’s best-of guide
    Only one business sits at the top of each local “best of” guide, so you’re the first (and most recommended) name customers see. It’s yours for the year, and no one can outbid you off it.
  • Featured priority across your categories
    Your listing is bumped to the top of the relevant category and search results in the directory, not buried in the list.
  • Your full $48 listing, included
    The complete directory listing (normally $48/year) is part of the package at no extra cost.
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  • A free featured article
    A long-form article we write and publish on the site, on a topic your customers are searching for, linked to both your guide placement and your listing, so you get an extra page working for you.
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  • Post up to 3 local offers, shown first
    Publish up to 3 deals or coupons on the Invercargill Local Offers page at any time. As a #1 business your offers sit above the directory listings, so locals browsing deals see yours first.
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  • Post your events on What’s On, featured
    Add up to 3 of your own events (a workshop, tasting, open day or class) to the Invercargill What’s On page. As a #1 business they appear at the top of their category, featured with a button of your choice linking wherever you like.
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  • Live within days
    Your placement is usually built and live within 1 to 3 business days.
  • Built for Google & AI search
    Pages are structured for search engines and AI assistants, so you’re discoverable however people search.
  • Done for you: we design & write it all
    We handle the writing, images and setup. You don’t have to build or design anything.
  • A written profile that sells you
    A clear, persuasive write-up of what you offer and why to choose you, not just a list of details.
  • Enquiries sent straight to you
    The built-in enquiry form sends customer messages directly to your inbox.
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  • Held for a full 12 months
    Your #1 position is locked in for a full year from the day it goes live.
  • Rotated on the homepage all year
    Your business also appears in the rotating homepage feature spots through the year for extra exposure.
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Business Directory Listing
$48/year
About 92¢ a week
Billed yearly · cancel anytime

What’s included:

  • Dedicated, SEO-optimised listing page
    Your own indexed page, built to be found in local Google searches.
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  • Logo & cover image
    Your branding front and centre with a logo and a full-width cover image.
  • Photo gallery
    A gallery to show your work, premises, products or team.
  • Full business description
    Room to explain who you are, what you do and what makes you different.
  • Category & region
    Filed under the right category and area so the right local customers find you.
  • Opening hours
    Your trading hours displayed clearly, with a live open or closed indicator.
  • Address with map & directions
    An interactive map and one-tap directions to your door.
  • Phone, email & website
    Your contact details, tappable, with click-to-call and a link to your site.
  • Social media links
    Direct links to your Facebook, Instagram and other profiles.
  • Intro video
    Embed a video to introduce your business, if you have one.
  • Live Google reviews
    Your Google rating and recent reviews pulled in and shown on the page.
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  • Post up to 3 local offers
    Publish up to 3 deals or coupons on the Invercargill Local Offers page at any time, shown below the featured #1 businesses.
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  • Post an event on What’s On
    Add one of your own events to the Invercargill What’s On page, listed below the featured #1 businesses.
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  • Built-in enquiry form
    Customers can message you straight from your listing.
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  • Verified badge
    A verified badge that signals trust and legitimacy to visitors.
Get listed → See a live listing →

How we compare

Features Explore InvercargillBest value TopChoice NoCowboys
Annual price $199 $588 + GST $999
Billing Annual Monthly Annual
Exclusive #1 spot in a local “best of” guide ✓ ✓ –
Rich directory listing (profile, gallery, map, hours) ✓ – –
Branded hero banner ✓ – –
Free featured article linked to your listing ✓ – –
Post local offers & coupons ✓ – –
Post your own events on the What’s On page ✓ – –
Direct enquiry form on your listing ✓ – –
Google reviews displayed ✓ – ✓
Website backlink ✓ ✓ ✓
Dedicated local city website ✓ National National
Entry-level listing option $48/yr None None

Same exclusivity. More included. A fraction of the price.

Competitor pricing taken from their public pages and correct as of June 2026. TopChoice price excludes GST.

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Why advertise with Explore Invercargill?

A real local audience

Built for people actively searching for businesses in Invercargill, not a faceless national directory.

Exclusive #1 placement

Only one business per category sits at the top of the local best-of guide. Claim the spot before a competitor does.

Dual exposure

Two placements for one price: a featured #1 spot in a local best-of guide, plus a full listing in the Invercargill directory, so customers find you whichever way they search.

Trusted local backlinks

Relevant, local links and citations from an established city site. Genuine local relevance, not national spam.

How it works

1

Enquire

Fill in the quick form below and we’ll be in touch.

2

We build it

We create your listing (and your #1 placement), usually live within 1 to 3 business days.

3

Get found

Local customers discover you in search and on our guides, and get in touch directly.

Frequently asked questions

What’s included with the #1 listing?
The #1 spot within one of our locally focused category posts, plus a full business directory listing (worth $48/year) included, with your contact details, services, images and a dedicated indexed page built for local SEO.
How does the pricing work?
All listings are billed yearly. Featured #1: $199/year (includes the $48 directory listing). Directory listing only: $48/year. Cancel before your renewal date and you will not be charged again, with no penalties.
Can I cancel if I no longer want to continue?
Yes. Listings run on a yearly basis, so you can cancel any time before your next billing date and you will not be charged again. Your listing stays live to the end of the year you have paid for. No hidden fees or cancellation penalties.
What if there’s already a business in the top spot?
We operate first come, first served. If the #1 spot is unavailable, you’re still welcome to secure a business directory listing.
How long does it take for my listing to go live?
Once we have your details, listings are typically created and published within 1 to 3 business days. You’ll get confirmation once everything is live.
What happens after I submit the form?
We review your details and contact you to confirm availability. If your preferred placement is taken, we’ll discuss alternatives with you.
More questions
What is a “Top 5 Business List” and how does it help?
Our Top 5 lists feature local businesses inside SEO-structured, locally focused articles (for example “Top 5 Electricians in Invercargill”), helping customers discover local services and giving your business extra online visibility.
Why advertise in Invercargill with a local site instead of a national directory?
When someone in Invercargill searches for a local trade, cafe or service, they trust local recommendations over a faceless national directory. Explore Invercargill is built around this city and its businesses, so your placement carries genuine local relevance, the signal that helps you show up when nearby customers are looking, and keeps you a step ahead of your competitors.
How does advertising with Explore Invercargill help customers find me?
Two ways at once. A featured #1 placement sits at the top of a curated “best of” guide that locals read and share, while your directory listing gives you a dedicated, search-optimised page with your photos, reviews, opening hours and contact details. Together they build the local visibility and trust that turns a search into a phone call.
How does being #1 help my visibility?
The number one spot places your business prominently within the category and creates additional opportunities to appear in relevant local Google searches, while strengthening your credibility in your industry.
Do I get anything else with the #1 spot?
Yes. Every #1 spot also includes a free long-form article, written and published by us on a topic your customers are searching for, and linked to both your guide placement and your directory listing, giving you an extra page working for you.
Can I choose the topic for the featured article?
Yes. Suggest a topic or two and we’ll pick the angle we think will do best, or leave it entirely with us. We write and publish every article ourselves so it matches the site’s editorial style and reads as genuine advice rather than an ad, which is what makes it worth reading and what helps it rank.
Can I update my details later?
Yes. Send us any changes to your contact details, hours, images or services during the year and we’ll update your listing and placement for you.
Can I be featured in more than one city?
Yes. If your business serves more than one area, you can take a placement on any of our Explore city sites. Just let us know which cities you’d like to appear in.
Is there a long-term contract?
No. All listings are billed yearly, and you are free to stop it renewing at any point without penalties. Your listing stays live until the end of the year you have paid for.
How long will my business be featured?
Your business holds the #1 position for 12 months. You can renew annually to keep the placement and maintain visibility within the category.
Can I provide input on my listing content?
Yes. You’re welcome to provide business information, images, unique selling points and service details you’d like highlighted.
What is the business directory and how does it benefit me?
Our directory features local businesses across many industries. Each listing is a dedicated indexed page built with local SEO in mind, helping create more opportunities for customers to find you in relevant Google searches.
How do I know this will work for my business?
Businesses use the platform to strengthen their local presence and expand visibility across relevant categories. No specific ranking or traffic outcome can be guaranteed, but featured placement plus directory visibility creates more opportunities for customers to discover you.
What if I have more questions?
We’re always happy to help. Reach out with any questions and we’ll guide you through the process.

Don’t let your competitors take the spotlight. Secure your spot and increase your business’s visibility today!

Advertise in Invercargill the right way, with Explore Invercargill.