Southern New Zealand – Timestorm Films
Explore the beautiful southern New Zealand in this Timestorm Films video and take a journey around lush rain forests as well as rugged coast lines. The clip was captured in 8K…
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Wild Kiwi Experience On Stewart Island
The Kiwi bird might be New Zealand’s national emblem, “but few New Zealanders have even seen the usually nocturnal flightless bird,” as reported in an article in the South China…
Lake Wakatipu: Where Old Meets New
At Lake Wakatipu in New Zealand the old meets the new. “You cruise on an old steamboat yet can explore the area on e-bikes,” writes Cameron Wilson in an article for the
Marlon Williams with Aldous Harding
Marlon Williams and Aldous Harding reunite for Marlon Williams’ single Nobody Gets What They Want Anymore. His new album Make Way For Love will be released in 2018.
Allbirds, How To Take A Leap Of Faith To Success
Former professional soccer star Tim Brown “was troubled by what he felt was a lack of sustainable practices in footwear materials and manufacturing,” as well as “the over-the-top nature of the branding landscape itself….
The World’s Largest Kauri Tree – Tāne Mahuta
Tāne Mahuta is the “largest kauri tree in the world and being up close to ‘the lord of the forest’, a sacred Maori site, is a powerful experience” that is said to reduce visitors to…
A Luxury Vacation in New Zealand
“Legendary hedge fund manager Julian Robertson put together one of the most luxurious golfing vacations in his beloved New Zealand. On the Tiger Tour, vacationers can see both New Zealand’s…
The Northern Explorer
Have you ever taken a train trip through New Zealand? The Northern Explorer is one of the top scenic rail trips through New Zealand. Watch this clip to find…
Discovering the ‘Four Prongs Of Wellness’ At Split Apple Retreat
“At first glance, Split Apple is not unlike luxury coastal retreats the world over: beautiful bedrooms, welcoming hosts and spectacular sea views. But those in the know come for the…
Graeme Hart’s Ulysses the Biggest Luxury Yacht Sale in 2017
“2017 has been a strong year for superyacht sales with 369 yachts sold so far this year, already up nearly 5% from the previous year,” reports an article in Business…
Air New Zealand Christmas Ad
In this year’s Christmas ad “A Very Merry Mistake #MirryChristmus” Air New Zealand sees Santa struggle to understand the Kiwi accent.
Five Minutes with Georgia Fowler
Kiwi Victoria’s Secret model Georgia Fowler spoke with WWD’s Ericka Franklin about her work with Victoria’s Secret, her model mentors and her favorite vice. Fowler recently worked with Vince Camuto…
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Peter Jackson’s Mortal Engines Teaser Released
The first footage of Peter Jackson’s fantasy movie Mortal Engines, an adaptation of Phillip Reeve’s novel, has finally landed,” writes Jack Shepherd in an article for
Huka Lodge – Sublime Location and Outstanding Service
“Huka Lodge retains its position as the jewel in the crown of New Zealand’s premier luxury accommodation with a world-class combination of sublime location, marvellous food and outstanding service,” writes Bryn Reade in…
NZ’s Exotic Forests
Watch this Archives NZ clip – a film on New Zealand’s Exotic Forests – and learn more about Aotearoa’s forests. Archives NZ is the official guardian of New Zealand’s public archives.
How New Zealand Invented Adventure Sports
New Zealander Henry van Asch was bumming around the ski slopes of Wanaka in the 1980s when his friend A.J. Hackett persuaded him to try a strange new extreme sport – hurling himself off…
Auckland Startup Fergus Raises $3.5 Million
Auckland-born job management software start-up Fergus has raised $3.5 million in funding from Australian fund Microequities Venture Capital Fund, a joint venture between Microequities Asset Management and Equity Venture Partners,”…
“Any Business Can Use AR” Says Plattar’s Rupert Deans
“By 2022, the Augmented Reality (and Mixed) market is predicted to expand to $117.4 Billion,” writes Angela Mellak in an article published on LinkedIn. To find out more about AI…
The Catlins
Have you ever visited The Catlins on New Zealand’s South Island? This short 30 second clip, published by Southland New Zealand, gives you a glimpse of what you’re missing…
“The World’s Most Comfortable Shoes”
“Whether you know someone who has and loves them, or you’ve just seen enough colorful, plush-looking sneakers walking around to note the style, you’ve likely already come into contact with the San Francisco brand…
EDGE #294: From The Guardian, Adweek, Mashable, Daily Mail, LA Times, BBC, Vogue + More
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Weta Workshop – Blade Runner
Did you know that Wellington’s Weta Workshop contributed practical miniatures, selected cinematography, and concept design work to Blade Runner 2049? Watch this clip to find out more.
Milford Sound NZ’s Most Instagrammed Place
“Pictures don’t quite do Milford Sound justice, but that’s not stopping people from trying,” writes Johnny Lieu in an article for Mashable. Often referred to as the “eighth wonder of the world” the…
Top NZ Bucket List Experiences
“New Zealand is home to incredible activities worthy of a place on anyone’s bucket list”. Vacations & Travel Magazine round up the ultimate New Zealand experiences. Hobbiton Visit Hobbiton just…
Mitch James – All The Ways To Say Goodbye
Watch Mitch James’ music video and listen to ‘All The Ways To Say Goodbye’ here. Before signing with Sony Music Worldwide the singer/songwriter from Auckland busked and played shows for…
Confitex Launches in US
“For the 25 million Americans who experience bladder control issues, few underwear products have combined comfort, fashion and performance – until now,” writes Manoela Marandino in an article for The…
EDGE #293: Kiwis in Spotlights: “New Zealand the Greatest Country,” Benefits of Foreign Owned Property Debated + Kimbra Returns on Top of the World ++ more
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America’s Cup AC75 Boat Concept Revealed
Emirates Team New Zealand, the winners of the 2017 America’s Cup, have unveiled their ground-breaking new America’s Cup class race boat concept. Watch the video to find out more.
Simon Denny – Studio Visit
Watch this clip to hear contemporary New Zealand artist Simon Denny talk about his work over the last five years as well as his views on technology. Denny is…
Rees Hotel Queenstown Wins Best NZ Ski Hotel
The Rees Hotel in Queenstown “has been crowned Best New Zealand Ski Hotel 2017 at this year’s World Ski Awards” for the second year in a row, writes Josipa Kosanovic…
Engender Technologies Innovates Artificial Insemination in Dairy Cows
New Zealand AgTech startup Engender Technologies “has created a new microfluidic and photonic technology to sort livestock sperm by sex to enrich X chromosome-bearing bull sperm cells,” writes Jennifer Kite-Powell…
Highlights: All Blacks vs Wales
Watch this clip to see the highlights of the All Blacks vs. Wales game in which the New Zealand team won 33-18. It was the last game of the Northern…
EDGE #292: Kiwis in Spotlights: Lorde’s Melodrama No 1 Album 2017, Richard Thomas Charts Bob Dylan’s Odyssey + NZ Getting Left Off World Maps ++ more
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Kiwi Christmas – Trailer
Watch the trailer for Kiwi Christmas – a 2017 festive film directed by Tony Simpson. Kiwi Christmas comes to NZ cinemas on November 30.
Lorde – Green Light
Lorde has won six Tuis at this year’s Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards – Album of the Year, Single of the Year, Best Solo Artist,…
All Blacks Vs. Scotland Highlights
Watch the highlights of the All Blacks Vs. Scotland match of the weekend. The New Zealand All Blacks won 22-17 – tries were scored by .
Alias Grace – Trailer
Anna Paquin is starring in Netflix’s limited series Alias Grace, which is based on Margaret Atwood’s novel. The series was written by Sarah Polley and directed by Mary Harron. Watch the…
EDGE #291: Kiwis in Spotlights: Lorde Wins Six Tuis, NZ’s War on Rats Could Change the World + Winemaker Sam Connew’s Blazing Trail ++ more
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New Zealand’s War on Rats Could Change the World
Before they were brought to New Zealand in the 13th century, the only land mammals in the country were bats and local birds could roam free. Today much of New Zealand, “has been so…
Wild New Zealand – The Mountain Stone Weta
Watch this video to find out more about New Zealand’s Mountain Stone Weta – an insect with an extraordinary survival technique. The footage published by BBC Earth is taken from Wild…
Toro Rosso Retain Brendon Hartley for 2018 F1 season
“Toro Rosso have confirmed they will retain Brendon Hartley for the 2018 Formula 1 season,” as reported in an article on BBC. “It’s very satisfying to have converted an opportunity that…
Lorde Takes Home Six Tuis at NZ Music Awards
New Zealand singer Lorde has “scooped the pool” at the New Zealand Music awards on Thursday. She won six ‘Tuis’ at the awards: Album of the Year, Single of the Year for Green Light,…
How Peter Burling Found Out He Was Sailor of the Year
Peter Burling recently was named Sailor of the Year. Watch this clip to see his first reaction from onboard Team Brunel in the Volvo Ocean Race when he was told of…
Air New Zealand – Plane Lover Leon
Watch this clip to find out what Air New Zealand did to surprise ten-year-old Leon, a New Zealander who loves planes and wants to become a pilot.
EDGE #290: Kiwis in Spotlights: Life After the America’s Cup for Winning Sailors, Simon Denny’s Art Approach to Business Creation + NZ’s Winter Shorter by a Month ++ more
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New Zealand’s South Island Seafood Trail
“True foodies and lovers of fruits of the sea won’t want to miss out on trying these fresh seafood delicacies while travelling on the Top of the South touring route in New Zealand,” reports…
Peter Burling Named World Sailor of the Year
“America’s Cup winner Peter Burling has been named ISAF Rolex World Sailor of the Year — only the second Kiwi sailor to take the prize more than once,” as reported in an article in…
Helen Clark Appointed To Global Commission On Drug Policy
Helen Clark has been appointed to the prestigious Global Commission on Drug Policy” – “one of the world’s leading think tanks on reducing drug harm on society,” reports the New…
EDGE #289: Kiwis in Spotlights: Jacinda Ardern One of World’s Most Powerful Women, Manta5 Pedal-Electric Hydrofoil + Flight of the Conchords UK Tour ++ more
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Manta 5 – Riding On Water
What if you could ride a bike on water? NZ entrepreneur Guy Howard-Willis came up with the idea of the Manta5 that allows you to do exactly that. The Hydrofoil…
Manta5 Pedal-Electric Hydrofoil Takes To The Lake – Or Sea
What’s the aquatic equivalent of the e-bike? “That’s what New Zealand outdoors entrepreneur Guy Howard-Willis wondered back in 2010, when he conceived of the Manta5,” writes Ben Coxworth in an article for
How to Dad – How to Support Her Through Pregnancy
Watch one of the latest installments of How to Dad’s ‘How to’ vlog. This time Jordan Watson, aka How to Dad, demonstrates ways to help out a pregnant partner.
John Campbell Named Top Presenter at Global Radio Awards
“RNZ Checkpoint presenter John Campbell has been named Presenter of the Year at the prestigious Association for International Broadcasting (AIB) Awards in London”, reports Radio New Zealand. “Thank you all. And…
EDGE #288: Kiwis in Spotlights: Jacinda Ardern Set to Govern, Apple Buys PowerbyProxi, Taika Waititi’s Thor + Alluring North Island Spots ++ more
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Stunning Aurora Australis Timelapse
Watch this short clip to see a compilation of timelapse footage of Aurora Australis photography taken in New Zealand from 2015-2017. The video was published by Stephen Voss.
