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Central Group

Name: Central Group
Address: 45 Percy Cameron Street, Avalon, Lower Hutt, 5011, NZ
Telephone: +6445771344

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We supply the right solution for you including new and used forklift sales or forklift hire.

Central Forklifts, Heli Forklifts NZ and Cesco Hire have been progressively merged to form the Central Forklift Group Ltd. With a strong combination of expertise and experience, we’re well placed to take care of our customers’ total needs. We now have a total of 50 staff and 27 service vehicles on the road 24/7, 500 hire vehicles, and an extensive range of models of new and second-hand forklifts.

29/10/2026

The Central Group difference.

For us, it’s not just about the equipment. It’s about getting to know our customers, understanding how their business works and sticking with them as it grows.

That’s why feedback like this means a lot to the team.

28/10/2026

Get more from your equipment this spring.

Our Spring Sale on ex-lease forklifts is on now, with electric, diesel and LPG options from 1.6 to 5 tonne.

Each forklift comes with a full service history and is ready to work, giving you a cost-effective way to add lifting capacity without the price of a new machine.

Stock is limited, so if you've been thinking about adding a forklift to the fleet, now's a good time to have a look.

See the range at centralgroup.co.nz or get in touch with the team.

28/10/2026

Invest in safer, more confident operators.

Central Group's driver training courses are designed to help businesses improve workplace safety, meet compliance requirements, and build operator confidence.

• Forklift Operator Certification & F Endorsements
• Class 2, 4 & 5 Truck Licensing
• Dangerous Goods Endorsements
• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) Training
• On-site training options available

Give your team the skills they need to operate safely and efficiently.

27/10/2026

30 years with Central Group - congratulations, Kenny!

Kenny has been with us since the very beginning, when we first opened our doors. Three decades later, he’s still part of the team, bringing years of experience and knowledge to the job.

Thanks, Kenny, for being part of the Central Group journey. We’re proud to have you on the team!

27/10/2026

Proven equipment. Ready for work.

When you need additional forklift capacity without the lead time or capital outlay of new equipment, ex-lease and ex-rental forklifts can be a practical option.

At Central Group, our used forklifts are selected, serviced and prepared for their next working environment - with electric, LPG and diesel options available.

Quality used equipment, backed by the expertise to get it right.

View our current range of used forklifts via the link in bio.

22/10/2026

When the job needs the right forklift and the right operator, we’re happy to help.

Over the past year, Ecolab Healthcare ANZ has called on our team several times to supply forklifts and operators to offload equipment at their sites. It was great to hear from Richard Steingold that the team’s professionalism and care stood out, and that they’d happily recommend us. We look forward to working together on their next project.

Thanks, Richard and the Ecolab team. We’re looking forward to the next one.

21/10/2026

Equipment Finance Made Easy.

Get the forklifts and materials handling equipment your operation needs, without tying up valuable cash flow. Central Group Finance offers flexible, tailored finance for warehouses, distribution centres and any business that keeps goods moving.

✔ Competitive rates
✔ Flexible payment structures
✔ Fast approvals
✔ Finance tailored to your business

Whether you’re adding a forklift to the fleet or upgrading your materials handling equipment, talk to our team about the right finance option for you.

19/10/2026

Good partnerships evolve.

For Farmgear, the process started in 2021 when Central Group supplied 2.5T and 3.5T Heli Lithium forklifts to their Feilding operation.

Since then, we’ve continued to work alongside the team, supporting their equipment through servicing and staying connected as their business and equipment requirements evolved.

When the time came to consider replacements, that ongoing support meant we already understood their operation and what they needed from their next machine.

To help make sure electric was the right fit, we supplied a short-term Heli Lithium rental so Farmgear’s operators could trial the equipment in their own working environment.

The result is Farmgear continuing with Heli Lithium, including a machine now working at their Melbourne operation.

It’s a good example of the way we aim to work with our customers: build an understanding of their operation, provide the right advice and support, and be ready with the right equipment when they’re ready to take the next step.

28/09/2026

STILL FM-X Reach Trucks - built to high German engineering standards and fitted with high-performance lithium batteries.

The STILL FM-X Lithium-Ion Electric Reach Truck combines the build quality and engineering you’d expect from a genuine German-manufactured reach truck with the benefits of a modern lithium-ion power system.

With a range of mast heights available, the FM-X is built for demanding warehouse environments where lift height, precision and reliable day-to-day performance matter.

When it comes to lithium battery knowledge, Central Group are experts in the field. We’ve supplied hundreds of lithium battery and charger packages across New Zealand, giving our team extensive experience in matching the right lithium setup to the right operation.

If you’re considering a new reach truck, the STILL FM-X Series is a reach truck that should be at the top of your list to consider.

We have stock available now, so talk to the Central Group team about the FM-X and let’s see what we can do on the right package for your business.

Address

45 Percy Cameron Street, Avalon
Lower Hutt
5011

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+6445771344

Website

http://www.centralgroup.co.nz/

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