About Us
Great service starts with caring. About our work, our team, customers and our community. That's been our approach since day one.
Built For Kiwis, By Kiwis.
We're Inspire Net, your friendly neighbourhood internet provider. For over 26 years, we've been connecting families, businesses and communities throughout Palmerston North and the greater Manawatu region. We're not just another internet company, we are your local neighbours who happen to be pretty good at keeping you connected. Read on to learn more.
The Inspire Net Story.
For over 26 years, we've been your local internet provider, growing alongside the Manawatu community we call home. Starting from a garage in 1998 (just days after Google launched), we've evolved from dial-up pioneers to fibre network innovators. But through every technological leap, one thing remains constant: our commitment to providing internet service with a human touch.
Unlike faceless corporations with overseas call centres, when you phone Inspire Net, you speak with real Kiwis who live and work in your neighbourhood. We understand local challenges – from weather affecting connections to finding the best plan for your specific needs. That's the Inspire difference.
What Sets Us Apart.
We're New Zealand's only ISP that builds and operates our own fibre network throughout Palmerston North and Tararua. This local infrastructure means faster connections, quicker problem resolution, and reliable service tailored to our region's unique needs. While other providers say "not possible" for rural areas, we lay the cable ourselves or deploy innovative wireless solutions to bridge the digital divide.
Our award-winning service isn't about scripts or call queues – it's about solving your problem and getting you connected. Whether you need help at 8am or 8pm on weekdays, or 9am-6pm on weekends and holidays, we're here (closed only Christmas Day, New Year's Day, and Good Friday).
Community First.
Being locally owned means giving back comes naturally. From Hospice to Ronald McDonald House, Centrepoint Theatre to local sports teams, we invest in the organisations that strengthen our community fabric. Our open-door policy at 325 Main Street welcomes you to drop by anytime. Because that's what good neighbours do.
With plans to suit every need and budget, from gigabit fibre to rural wireless. We have connected thousands of homes and businesses across the Manawatu. After 26 years, we're still the internet company that treats you like family, not an account number.
Our 20 Year Anniversary in 2018.
Through two decades of technological transformation, we’ve grown alongside our community. From dial-up in ’98 to fibre today, these moments from our 20th Anniversary share even more insight into our journey.
Meet Our Leadership Team.
While we might not have fancy titles, we have friendly faces ready to help. Our team of 35+ local experts has been growing alongside this community for over 26 years. From our senior technical staff who've been with us for more than 20 years to our newest members joining the family, we're all united by one goal: keeping you connected.
