Buy Meat Online for Delivery Across Waikato - Beef, Lamb, Pork, Chicken
Welcome to Chicken n Things. We deliver farm-fresh chicken, beef, lamb, and pork straight from our Onehunga (Auckland) facility to homes and businesses throughout the Waikato region, including Hamilton, Hauraki, Matamata-Piako, Ōtorohanga, South Waikato, Thames-Coromandel, Waipa, and Waitomo.
Rated 4.7 stars by over 500 happy customers, Chicken n Things is the trusted online butcher for fresh meat delivery across the Waikato region. Our processing facilities handle over 50 tonnes of fresh meat weekly, ensuring you get premium quality with every online order.
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Boneless Skin-On Chicken Breast Fillets - 1kg / 5kg / 10kg
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Boneless Skinless Chicken Thigh Fillets - 500g / 1kg / 5kg / 10kg
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Family Jumbo Meat Box (7.5kg+) - Premium NZ Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Pork
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Kiwi Kai Meat Box (6.5kg) - Premium NZ Chicken, Beef, Lamb, Pork
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Family Winter Warmer Mega Meat Box (11kg+) - Premium NZ Beef, Lamb, Chicken, Pork
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Sold outPorky's Mid Winter Meat Box (6.5kg) - Chicken, Bacon, Sausages, Burgers, Ham
6.5 kg
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Waikato Meat Delivery & Shipping Details
Our refrigerated trucks and chilled courier service deliver across Waikato and Hamilton. Some of the key towns and communities we cover include:
- Hamilton City: Hamilton Central, Frankton, Hillcrest, Chartwell, Claudelands, Rototuna, Glenview, Dinsdale, Flagstaff, Nawton, St Andrews, Pukete
- Waikato: Huntly, Ngaruawahia, Te Kauwhata, Raglan, Pokeno
- Waipa: Cambridge, Te Awamutu
- Matamata-Piako: Matamata, Morrinsville, Te Aroha
- Hauraki: Paeroa, Waihi, Ngatea
- Thames-Coromandel: Thames, Coromandel Town, Whitianga
- South Waikato: Tokoroa, Putāruru, Tīrau
- Waitomo: Te Kūiti
Delivery Details
Refrigerated Trucks
- Delivery Days: Monday and Thursday
- Free Delivery: Orders over $100
- Cut-off Time: Place orders before 12pm the day before delivery
- Packaging Pickup: For towns in our truck route, we can collect boxes and ice packs to reuse and reduce waste
- Truck Route: Ngatea, Paeroa, Waihi, Cambridge, Tirau, Putaruru, Tokoroa, Rotorua Morrinsville, and Matamata.
- Hamilton Truck Route: Hamilton City and surrounding areas (Monday, Wednesday and Friday)
If your town is not listed but is near one of the delivery routes above, please contact us. In most cases, we can still accommodate your delivery.
Express Courier (Rest of Waikato)
- Rate: $20 per 20kg (0–20kg = $20, 21–40kg = $40, etc.)
- Timetable:
- Order before Mon 8pm → Process Tue → Deliver Wed
- Order before Tue 8pm → Process Wed → Deliver Thu
- Order before Wed 8pm → Process Thu → Deliver Fri
- Orders after Wed 8pm (Thu–Sun) → Process Mon → Deliver Tue
- Delivery window: 8am–8pm (may vary with conditions).
Food Safety & Quality
At Chicken n Things, we are committed to providing the highest quality products and service to all our customers. Food safety and quality are our top priorities. We comply with all New Zealand legal and safety requirements and operate a documented Food Safety and Quality Management System.
Our team is fully trained in best practices to ensure every customer — from home cooks to restaurants — can rely on us for fresh, safe, and consistently high-quality meat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you deliver fresh meat to all Waikato districts?
Do you deliver fresh meat to all Waikato districts?
Yes, we deliver to Hamilton, Ngatea, Paeroa, Waihi, Cambridge, Tirau, Putaruru, Tokoroa, Rotorua Morrinsville, Matamata, and surrounding areas using our own refrigerated trucks. The rest of Waikato towns such as Thames-Coromandel, and Waitomo will use express chilled courier service.
How is the meat kept fresh during deliveries?
How is the meat kept fresh during deliveries?
Online meat orders are carefully packed in insulated boxes with wool liners and food-safe ice packs. This keeps your meat at the right chilled temperature, either on our own refrigerated truck or during transit with our trusted third-party couriers.
Why choose online meat delivery over supermarkets?
Why choose online meat delivery over supermarkets?
Supermarkets often stock pre-packaged meat that may sit for 5–7 days before reaching shelves. With Chicken n Things, your online meat order is freshly processed in Auckland and shipped in temperature-controlled packaging to Waikato and Hamilton.
Can I get next-day meat delivery in Waikato?
Can I get next-day meat delivery in Waikato?
Yes, if your town is on our direct delivery route serviced by our refrigerated trucks, you can often get next-day delivery. For areas outside our direct route, orders are sent via courier and usually arrive within 1–2 days. To ensure maximum freshness, we dispatch early in the week (Mon–Wed) to avoid weekend delays.
Is there a delivery fee for online meat orders?
Is there a delivery fee for online meat orders?
Yes. Meat deliveries to Waikato are charged at $20 per 20kg (e.g., 0–20kg = $20, 21–40kg = $40). Free delivery only applies to our own truck routes in Waikato and Hamilton.
Can I return the packaging?
Can I return the packaging?
If your town is in our truck route, we’ll even collect your used boxes and ice packs during your next meat delivery to help reduce waste.
Do you supply to restaurants or only households in Waikato?
Do you supply to restaurants or only households in Waikato?
We supply both households and businesses across Waikato and Hamilton. Many local cafés, eateries, and food service operators rely on our fresh meat deliveries.
How should I store my order once it arrives?
How should I store my order once it arrives?
Please place all meat products into the fridge or freezer immediately upon delivery to maintain freshness and safety.
What happens if I’m not home when the meat delivery arrives?
What happens if I’m not home when the meat delivery arrives?
Both our truck drivers and trusted third-party courier will leave your insulated box in a secure spot if no one is available to receive it. The box includes ice packs to keep your meat safely chilled until you return, but we recommend arranging to be home or providing delivery instructions to ensure safe handling.
What if there is an issue with my online meat order?
What if there is an issue with my online meat order?
All complaints or claims must be notified within 24 hours of receiving the product. This helps us resolve the issue quickly and maintain our quality standards.