Basestation

Basestation is a coworking space located at 148 Durham Street in Tauranga, New Zealand. Established in 2014, it provides flexible desk space, private offices, and meeting rooms for freelancers, small businesses, and teams. The space features communal kitchens, a 50m2 courtyard, and modular event areas like the Babbage space for workshops and conferences.

The business caters to a diverse mix of residents including established IT enterprise owners, entrepreneurs, creatives, and social enterprises. It offers flexible desk options, private secure offices for up to eight people, and various meeting room sizes ranging from small rooms to a large boardroom. Pricing starts at $15 per hour for casual any-desk access and goes up to $1,025 per month for a full-time team space plan.

New visitors can try a hot desk for free, and the business hosts an open day every month for everyone to experience coworking. To book a tour or get pricing details, users can contact the team via the phone number 0800 000 577 or by email at info@basestation.nz. A free tour of the space is available upon request.

The pricing structure includes hourly rates from $15 to $30, daily rates from $50 to $110, and monthly plans ranging from $450 to $4,875. Additional costs include an extra person charge of $10 per hour or $30 per day, and electric sit/stand desks cost $30 per month. All prices are exclusive of GST and were effective as of August 1st, 2026.

A first-time user should know that access to communal areas is generally from 8:30am to 5:00pm, with after-hours access available by arrangement. Meeting room use is included for two hours per day on full-time plans, while casual plans also include two hours of meeting room access daily. Internet access is unlimited for all plans, and the space provides both Ethernet and WiFi connections.

Reviewers frequently praise the top-class facilities, central Tauranga CBD location, and the responsiveness of the staff. Many users highlight the great community atmosphere and the professional environment that beats working from home. The website is also noted for being user-friendly and providing all necessary information without overwhelming visitors.

The business mentions its own blog for the latest news and lists a directory of members on its website. It also references a partnership or connection with NTT Docomo in a news context, though the primary focus remains on its local coworking operations in Tauranga. The site also promotes a mailing list for community updates.

The space features a 200m2 of light and airy, modular, flexible meeting space, two fully equipped modern kitchens, and a covered courtyard. Technology options include projectors, LCD screens, and a fully modular Babbage space for talks and workshops. The facility also includes a reception/cafe meeting space and a community desk.

According to the website, the space is purpose-built and designed for coworking and collaboration, aiming to build good ideas into great enterprises. It balances open plan and office settings to inspire residents and wow clients. The business emphasizes sharing time and space with a right combination of established IT enterprise owners and talented entrepreneurs.

To get started, individuals can sign up for a casual plan or commit to a full-time plan with a year-long commitment. The business offers a free tour to help people decide if coworking is right for them. Contact can be made via the provided phone number or email address for bookings and inquiries.

The team structure includes Steven Vincent, the co-founder who is in charge of watering the many plants, and Tia Lush, the self-appointed brand guardian. The business was established in 2014 and has been operating for several years. The team appears to be small and focused on managing the coworking environment.

The business offers a variety of meeting room sizes, including small rooms, medium rooms, and a large boardroom. The Babbage space is specifically mentioned as fully modular for talks, workshops, and conferences. Meeting rooms come with LCD displays, projectors, and AV systems, with prices ranging from $40 to $150 per hour depending on the size.

You can reach Basestation by phone at 0800 000 577 or by e-mail at info@basestation.co.nz.

The official website of Basestation is basestation.co.nz.

On Trustburn, Basestation has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 10 reviews.