Journal

There is something about New Zealand that has a habit of following you home. Maybe it is a place you visited and never quite forgot. A bird you heard before you saw it. The colour of the sea. A road t … read more

Why We Love Them in New Zealand Gifts New Zealand birds have proper personality. Not polite little background personality, either. Actual character. Some are bold and musical. Some are shy and myster … read more

Are We Making the Most of New Zealand’s Pāua Shell? Pāua shell has always had a bit of a double life. In New Zealand, it can feel familiar - something we have seen in gardens, jewellery boxes, s … read more

The Story of Pāua: New Zealand’s Colourful Natural Treasure Most of us recognise pāua by its colour. That flash of blue, green, purple and silver feels instantly familiar in New Zealand. It has& … read more

Souvenir or Keepsake? What Makes a New Zealand Gift Worth Keeping There is a difference between a souvenir and a keepsake. A souvenir says, “I went somewhere.” A keepsake says, “Thi … read more