Aotearoa Hoodies

Wedderburn is located on the famous Otago Rail Trail which offers dramatic back country landscapes, cozy accommodation and fresh air.

John Dory with kirituhi [maori tattoo]

Tititea | Mount Aspiring National Park - one of the most beautiful places among all the beautiful places of Aotearoa New Zealand

Mr Toutouwai , New Zealand native Robin bird

Maungakiekie, or One Tree Hill, is one of Auckland's most iconic mountains. Maungakiekie means 'mountain where kiekie grows abundantly. Dotted with sheep and pohutukawa trees, this is an idyllic location above the bustling city

Iconic cave rock is a favorite beach destination for climbing on and enjoying the expansive Sumner beach and local cafes and stores nearby.

Kind but strong.

Fern

Beautiful Auckland, based around 2 large harbors, is a major city in the north of New Zealand’s North Island. In the center, the iconic Sky Tower has views of Viaduct Harbour, bustling with superyachts and lined with bars and cafes.

tallest mountain in the country at 3754 m South Face view

Mama taku manawa" is a beautiful expression in te reo Māori, the indigenous language of New Zealand, meaning "Mother, my heart." It is a heartfelt declaration of love and appreciation for a mother, acknowledging the deep bond and affection shared between a child and their mother. In Māori culture, the concept of whānau (family) is central, and this phrase reflects the profound respect and love that children have for their mothers.

Looking from Queenstown hill, over Kelvin Heights towards Cecil Peak. This beautiful area is a bustling tourist town in all seasons.

Kia ora is a warm and welcoming greeting you'll hear throughout New Zealand and comes from the indigenous Māori language, te reo.

I was in love with beautiful native birds while living in New Zealand. My favourite bird Tui habitats mainly in North Island. It's easily recognisable with not only a big white Adam's apple, but also Maori-trained clear and sharp voice.⁣

An illustration of a black robin. The text Kakaruia in the Maori name for this bird. The Chatham island black robin is drawn in black and white.

The Kimi-akau Shotover River rushed through the canyons of Queenstown, carrying thrill seekers in boats.

Idyllic Taylors Mistake beach Christchurch is a popular swimming and surfing beach close to walking tracks via Summit Road, with sweeping views of Banks Peninsula.

Historic Oamaru is home to Steampunk enthusiasts of New Zealand, with an annual festival celebrating them.

don't get in his way, he's extreme

new zealand hapuka with kirituhi [maori tattoo]

Mount Hutt (Māori: Opuke) rises to the west of the Canterbury Plains in the South Island of New Zealand, above the braided upper reaches of the Rakaia River, and 80 kilometreskms west of Christchurch. A favorite winter playground for locals and visitors alike.

new zealand brown trout with kirituhi [maori tattoo]

With a mountainous interior cloaked in native rainforest and more than 400 km of dazzling white sand beaches, it is rustic, unspoiled, and relaxed

New Zealand Kiwi Bird.

Tairua Jandal Front Print

Merry Xmas from Goofy Santa. Te reo Maori translation on the back

Straight outta welly design for Wellingtonians

As the sun sets over the water of Russell jetty, soft golden light ripples on the waves.

Polly Pūkeko looks pretty wired from running around after baby Pipi.

Kerikeri Mission Station is idenitified as a Tohu Whenua heritage site. Tohu Whenua are the places that have shaped Aotearoa New Zealand.

herekeke in the sunlight

"you know I can't grab your Ghost Chips" A well remembered NZ PSA

Fish n chips on a Friday night.

Whakatāne, New Zealand

new zealand rainbow trout with kirituhi [maori tattoo]

An Invercargill landmark and a reminder of the danger fire posed to colonial towns. Invercargill Water Tower (1889). Utility and beauty.