Website Development

We've been designing and building websites for two decades, and we know what works. Whether you need more control, better performance, or a seamless user experience, our WordPress development gives you a site that looks great, works smoothly, and is easy for your team to update.

A good website isn't just a brochure online - it's the front door to your organisation. For many of your customers, clients, or stakeholders, it's the first interaction they'll have with you. That's why we focus on websites that are welcoming, easy to use, and built to reflect your values. From professional service firms to science organisations, agritech companies, and funeral providers, we design websites that support your goals and make your work more visible.

Why choose custom WordPress development?

There are plenty of DIY website builders and off-the-shelf templates out there. They might work in the short term, but they often hit a wall as your organisation grows. That's when businesses find themselves stuck with slow sites, limited features, or systems their team struggles to use.

Custom WordPress development gives you:

• Complete flexibility - A website designed around your brand, not squeezed into a template.
• Room to grow - Add new features, tools, and integrations as your organisation evolves.
• Ownership & control - You own your content and data, without expensive software licences.
• Better performance - A site that loads fast, ranks well, and works smoothly across all devices.
• An easy CMS - A content management system your team can update confidently, without needing a developer for every change.

We've worked with other CMS platforms over the years - SilverStripe, MODx, CraftCMS, ExpressionEngine, Joomla - but our clients consistently told us WordPress was easier to use. We agreed. Today it powers nearly half of all websites worldwide, including NASA, The White House, CNN, and Time Magazine. It's trusted, flexible, and secure enough for the world's biggest organisations - and perfect for yours.

What you'll get with Weave development

Every website we build is designed with your audience, your goals, and your future in mind.

• Custom WordPress development - Every site is built from the ground up, reflecting your brand and goals.
• Responsive by design - Seamless performance across desktop, tablet, and mobile.
• Bilingual features (Te Reo Māori) - From headings and sections to full language switching, we make your content accessible in both languages.
• SEO-friendly build - Structured to rank higher and attract more of the right visitors.
• Custom plugin integration - Tailored features, or carefully selected plugins when they're the right fit.
• Performance optimisation - Fast load speeds and smooth functionality as standard.
• Security baked in - Protection against threats with robust, proactive measures.
• Third-party integrations - CRM systems, email marketing tools, analytics - everything working together.
• CMS setup & training - A clear WordPress dashboard and hands-on support so your team can manage content with ease.
• Post-launch partnership - Ongoing updates, optimisation, and support from the same team who built your site.

WordPress development in Christchurch & across New Zealand

Based in Canterbury, we work with clients right across New Zealand. Many of our projects are local - professional service firms in Christchurch, agritech businesses in Canterbury, and community organisations across the South Island. But just as often, we partner with national science programmes, industry associations, and funeral providers operating throughout the country.

Wherever you are, we take the same approach: a clear process, a custom design, and a focus on long-term support.

Examples of our work

• Science & agritech - We've built platforms with complex filtering tools, bilingual content, and custom taxonomies that help research teams share data clearly.
• Funeral & memorial - We design dignified, easy-to-use websites that include notices, livestreams, and product displays - giving families the information they need at a difficult time.
• Professional services - We create websites that reflect credibility and make it easy for prospective clients to understand your services and enquire.

These examples show just how adaptable WordPress is. From data-heavy research platforms to service-driven websites, we make sure your site works beautifully for your audience.

Why Weave?

Because we don't just build websites - we create digital platforms designed to last. Most of our clients stay with us for years because:

• Their sites are easy to update, even for non-technical staff.
• They know support is ongoing - the same team who built their site is here when they need us.
• Performance, security, and accessibility are all standard, not add-ons.

With 20+ years of WordPress experience and a track record across sensitive, complex industries, we bring both technical depth and human clarity.