Product updates, company news, and legal changes — everything in one place.
A deep dive into what NZ businesses pay on every transaction — bank-by-bank rates, EFTPOS costs, card-present vs online, and how to reduce what you pay.
Read more arrow_forwardA practical guide for NZ cafes and shops — the essentials you need at your counter to accept payments, and how to add loyalty and cheaper contactless payments on top.
Read more arrow_forwardA breakdown of the fees NZ businesses pay on every card transaction — interchange, scheme fees, acquirer margins — and how Open Banking changes the equation.
Read more arrow_forwardThe NZ government has proposed banning in-store payment surcharges. Here’s what it means for your business and how to prepare.
Read more arrow_forwardA practical guide to designing a loyalty program that actually works for cafes, retail shops, and service businesses in New Zealand.
Read more arrow_forwardWhat Open Banking means for NZ businesses — how bank-to-bank payments work, who’s involved, and why it matters for merchant fees.
Read more arrow_forwardEFTPOS terminals cost NZ businesses $30–80/month in rental fees alone. Here’s what alternatives exist and whether you still need one.
Read more arrow_forwardMost loyalty programs fail because they’re too complicated, too slow, or too fragmented. Here’s what separates the ones that work.
Read more arrow_forwardEvery time you tap your card, money passes through up to five different companies before reaching the merchant. Here’s how payment fees work in New Zealand.
Read more arrow_forwardWe’ve been accepted into Payments NZ’s API Centre alongside Visa, Akahu, BlinkPay, and other leading fintechs. We’re joining the working groups that define New Zealand’s open banking standards.
Read more arrow_forwardMerchants on tapara can now accept bank-to-bank payments at near-zero fees. Customers pay directly from their bank account — no card network in the middle.
Read more arrow_forwardTapara is a commerce platform for physical retail in New Zealand. We’re building a direct network between merchants and their regulars.
Read more arrow_forwardOur Terms of Service, Consumer Terms, Privacy Policy, Merchant Agreement, and Website Terms are now live on the tapara website.
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