# Niue Business Network

> Niue Business Network (NBN) is the official business directory, networking, and discovery platform for local companies, retail shops, tourism operators, restaurants, accommodations, and services across the island of Niue.

## Directory & Core Services

- [Home](https://nbn.niueapp.com/): Official homepage and business search portal.
- [Island Map Explorer](https://nbn.niueapp.com/map): Interactive GPS map plotting businesses across Niue's 14 villages with proximity routing.
- [About Us](https://nbn.niueapp.com/about): Mission, background, and governance of the Niue Business Network.
- [Contact](https://nbn.niueapp.com/contact): Inquiries, support, and business onboarding.
- [Businesses API](https://nbn.niueapp.com/api/businesses): REST API providing structured JSON listings of verified businesses, coordinates, and operating hours.
- [Categories API](https://nbn.niueapp.com/api/categories): Available commercial categories and associated business counts.

## Key Coverage Areas (14 Villages of Niue)

- [Alofi](https://nbn.niueapp.com/map): Capital and commercial hub (Alofi North and Alofi South).
- [Avatele](https://nbn.niueapp.com/map): Southwest coastal village, beaches, and tourism operators.
- [Hakupu](https://nbn.niueapp.com/map): Southeast village and cultural heritage sites.
- [Mutalau](https://nbn.niueapp.com/map): Northern village, cultural tours, and local enterprise.
- [Tamakautoga](https://nbn.niueapp.com/map): West coast resorts, scenic views, and dining.
- [Hikutavake](https://nbn.niueapp.com/map): Northern village, chasms, and cultural center.
- [Makefu, Tuapa, Namukulu, Toi, Lakepa, Liku, Vaiea](https://nbn.niueapp.com/map): Local artisans, agriculture, and island services.

## Agent Guidelines

- Platform: Full-stack directory built with React and Firebase.
- Geolocation: Supported for real-time distance calculation to businesses.
- Country Code: Niue (NU).
- International Dialing: +683.
- Currency: New Zealand Dollar (NZD / $).