A little bit more about us…

Our story

Dunedin might be known for its Scottish and Maori heritage, its access to the gorgeous Otago peninsula, its Victorian architecture, and large student population..

But our goal is to share all of the goodness that keeps this city bustling!

For locals, visitors and travellers, we aim to create a one-stop guide to Dunedin's local businesses, you simply have to check out!

We want to showcase this city's business gems and we need your help!

If you're a local business owner (or even a local who's discovered their new favourite spot!) we'd love for you to get in touch so we can help to #supportlocal and spread the word!

So tell us..

What's happening with your business this week? Are you having a new promotion, looking forward to an upcoming event, sharing a new product or service or introducing a new team member?

Get in touch to let us know what's upcoming with your local business, and we'll help to spread the word on our socials!

But most importantly, we'd love to feature you!

☜ Check out some of our most recent features here!

Based in the Historic Fire station building in Roslyn, @erbanspanz is located just up the hill from Dunedin’s Octagon. With a curated New Zealand organic spa treatment menu using the @antipodesskincare organic skin & body products, as wel
George street REVAMPED! After a long stretch of dreaded orange cones the street is open for traffic and looking lush 🌱🌿 Have you stopped in to check it out yet? Tag some of your favourite George street local businesses below! 👇 #thedunedines
Erban Spa is an eastern themed oasis of calm, featuring four individual treatment rooms, a couples room and a quiet relaxation lounge. Covering all beauty services, specialising in facials, massage and spa treatments, @erbanspanz also feature a spe
What are some of your top walking spots around #dunedinnz? 👇 #thedunedinessential #dunedinnewzealand #ōtepoti #experiencedunedin #getoutsideandexplore
Long weekend exploring with @dunedinrailways, heading along the coastline with The Seasider. From Dunedin to @arcbrewingco return, via Waitati! 🚂 #dunedinrailways #thedunedinessential #dunedinrailwaystation #arcbrewery #theseasider #summerjourney
Reasons why to choose @beryl_nzpropertysolutions and the team at NZPS to help you to buy/sell your Dunedin property in 2024! 👉 Positive Attitude, with passion, pace and productivity for a commitment to excellence. 👉 NZPS Teamwork Approach of a d
Anyone else not quite ready for Summer to be over? #changeofseasons #thedunedinessential #summer #dunedinnz #dunedinlocalbusiness #ōtepoti
The town is tickled pink and ready to get this party started in the lead up to the big show at the stadium on Tuesday! We’re highlighting a lineup of pink themed activity to explore across Dunedin throughout your stay 👀 Check them out at h
Rain or shine ☔️🌦️ What goodies did you find at the #thievesalleymarketday 👀 #ōtepoti #thedunedinessential #supportlocal #localbusiness #marketday #dunedinnz #dunedinnewzealand #dunedinnzmade
Otago Family Chiropractic are your local Chiropractors! A family focused business started by Doctors Chad Carter and Aidan Mahoney. Otago Family Chiropractic’s mission is to redefine how people experience healthcare and allow families to achi

“Awesome to work with Alice from @thedunedinessential, highly recommend and very talented.”

  • Duncan, Reignite Studio

Privacy Policy

Last updated March 2023

Thank you for choosing to be a part of The Dunedin Essential community. We understand that you have put your trust in us which is why we are committed to protecting your personal information and right to privacy.

By signing up to our Services you consent to the collection, use, disclosure, storage and processing of your personal information in accordance with this Policy. We will only collect information from you for a lawful purpose and in connection with our provision of Services to you. This Policy outlines how will deal with your personal information.

What information do we collect

Directly from you

We collect information in order to provide you with our Services, including, your name, email address, business contact details, business information you provide, and financial information (such as your bank account and payment information).

All personal information that you provide to us must be true, complete and accurate, and you must notify us of any change to your personal information.

Through cookies, analytics and other technologies

We may also collect information when you visit, use or navigate the Services using our website. 

We automatically collect analytics information when you use our Services through third party providers who assist us to collect this information. We also use cookies, beacons, pixels and other technologies to collect and store your information (for example through Google Analytics). You may disable the use of cookies at any time however this may affect your use of the Services as you may not be able to gain access to all the Services we provide.

How do we use your information

We process your information in order to provide you with our Services, including for the following purposes:

  • To facilitate the provision of Services to you: to provide you with a seamless experience of our Service and generally administering the Services provided to you.

  • To contact you: for example, through email, text or push notifications, in relation to your use of the Services.

  • To publish input on our Website/App: such as making your public profile page accessible, and disclosing the information you provide to other users. By publishing your feedback and comments to other users.

  • Marketing and promotional materials: providing you with information about our Services, or where relevant, third party services. Note: you may update your marketing preferences at any time by contacting thedunedinessential@gmail.com

  • Other business purposes: The information we collect from you also assists us in understanding and optimising our user experiences through data analytics and usage trends, and enhancing our marketing and advertising channels. This information does not include identifiable person information.

Do we share your information with anyone

We only share information with your consent, to comply with laws, to provide you with the Services and to protect your rights.

By signing up to our Services, you agree that we can share your personal with:

  • Affiliates and related parties: of The Dunedin Essential who will comply with this Privacy Policy.

  • Google Maps Platform APIs: We may share your information with certain Google Maps Platform APIs (please review Google’s policy for more information).

  • Regulators and government agencies: or anyone else with whom we are required at law to share that information with for the purposes of complying with applicable laws.

  • Service providers: Such as our payments processors to process and finalise a transaction.

 Your rights to your information

You have a right to request access to the personal information we hold in relation to you, and correct it. You may also contact us to delete your personal information which we hold. You can do so by contacting us using the details provided on our website.

Other information

We may make changes to this policy from time to time. We can give notice of any changes either directly or indirectly either published on our website. We encourage you to review this privacy policy frequently.

Definitions

“We”, “Us”, “Our” or “The Dunedin Essential” means Alice Cheung T/A The Dunedin Essential and any related entities.

“You” or “Your” in relation to personal information means that person to whom the personal information relates to.

“Personal information” means information about an identifiable individual.

“Services” any product or service provided by The Dunedin Essential including The Dunedin Essential Directory.