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about us
Proudly based in the heart of the Waikato, just east of Hamilton, NZ Timber Ltd is a 100% New Zealand–owned and Māori-owned, third-generation family business with deep roots in Aotearoa’s timber industry. For generations, our whānau has been committed to supplying quality timber and building products that Kiwis can rely on. From farmers and builders to tradies, DIYers, and everyday homeowners, our retail yard stocks a wide range of timber and hardware designed to meet real-world needs - whether you’re building from the ground up, fencing the back paddock, or tackling a weekend project.
We are committed to offering customers competitive pricing without compromising on quality, ensuring dependable products are always within reach. Combining decades of experience with a strong focus on service, reliability, and practical advice, our Orini and Auckland sites have become trusted destinations for retail timber and building supplies across the Waikato and beyond. Guided by our connection to the whenua and our responsibility to future generations, we continue to evolve while staying true to the whaanau values that have shaped our business from the beginning.
our history
LATE 1800s
The Orini area was predominantly swampland, with flax milling a major local industry. Extensive wetlands supported flax mills, helping drive economic activity and settlement throughout the district.
1910s – 1930s
The Hansen family settled in Orini, establishing agricultural operations, founding a successful apiary business, and contributing to the growth of the local community.
1940s
As the district continued to develop, local businesses and agricultural industries expanded, laying the foundations for industrial growth in Orini.
1950s – 1960s
The Orini sawmill expanded significantly under the Hansen family, growing from a small operation into a major industrial site. Timber was sourced from the Maramarua Forest.
1970s – 1980s
The mill continued to grow and modernise, becoming a well-established timber processing operation and an important employer within the district.
1990s – 2000s
The business underwent several ownership and management transitions, operating under names including Orini Lumber before eventually becoming NZ Timber.
2010s – Present
Following the Bidois family's purchase of the site in 2011, NZ Timber has expanded its facilities, processing capabilities, and digital presence while continuing the site's timber legacy.