Lydia Ko Named in ESPN World Fame 100 Ranking
Lydia Ko has been ranked 81st in ESPN’s World Fame 100 List. She is the only New Zealander among the Top 100 Most Famous athletes and one of only eight women on the list. “Ko…
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Kiwi Blogger Shares Travelling With Toddler Tips
In an amusing video popular Kiwi blogger How to Dad has shared his tips for travelling with a baby. His clip, which has been viewed over 13,400 times, shows a variety of techniques…
Wakeboard Winching in New Zealand
Watch this video by Huss, who linked up with DKT Edits to create this clip after over two years of scouting New Zealand for some of the most scenic…
NZ Ranked Fourth in Global Prosperity Index
New Zealand has been ranked fourth in the annual global Prosperity Index, which ranks countries based on how wealthy, healthy and happy they are. NZ was identified as “the most prosperous non-European nation” thanks to…
Tape Face
Watch how Kiwi performer Sam Wills aka Boy with Tape wins over the jury and audience of America’s Got Talent with his unique performance. In 2008 Wills won the The Press People’s Choice Award at…
How to Travel With A Baby
Travelling with kids can be challenging at times. Watch this clip and find out which tips popular Kiwi blogger How to Dad has for people travelling with babies or…
The Kiwi Film You Need To See
The New Zealand smash hit Hunt for the Wilderpeople has knocked Batman vs Superman off number one and has beat Boy to become the highest grossing film of all time in New Zealand. According…
Auckland – The Greatest City on Water
Auckland has been ranked the greatest coastal city by Chicago Line Cruises, followed by Barcelona and Vancouver. The rating highlights Auckland’s two harbours, its many beaches and diverse wildlife as well as cultural…
A Country for All Seasons
“New Zealand provides spectacular escapes whatever the time of year, but spring and autumn often deliver unique opportunities for travellers,” writes Paul Bloomfield in an article for The Telegraph. New Zealand “as…
NZ Artist’s Airbrushed Tattoos Give Sick Kids a Smile
New Zealand artist Benjamin Lloyd is helping to airbrush (temporary) sleeve tattoos for sick kids following a pledge on Facebook that he would paint all the sick kids at Auckland’s Starship Children’s…
Karl Urban to Star in Thor: Ragnarok
Kiwi actor Karl Urban will join the cast in the upcoming Taika Waititi-helmed Thor: Ragnarok as Skurge. “It’s a fantastic story and a really great character who has got a wonderful arc. I’m super excited…
Limited Fashion Collection Honouring Burt Munro
A limited fashion collection that honours Burt Munro and his racing heritage has been released, as reported by autoevolution. “For those who still don’t know who Burt Munro was, the “World’s Fastest…
From Koi Boys to Rat Pack
“Practising their Rat Pack posing, as well as their swingin’ harmonies is all part of the preparation for The Voice favourites the Koi Boys” – New Zealand-born trio Kevin Keepa, Danny Faifai and Nuz…
Discover Canterbury
Watch this clip by 100% Pure New Zealand and discover Canterbury and where the locals ski. In Canterbury you can experience snow fields, spectacular views and hot pools. …
Auckland Museum: Volume: Making Music in Aotearoa
Auckland Museum have recently announced their upcoming landmark exhibition Volume: Making Music in Aotearoa (October 2016-May 2017). Volume will tell the story of music in New Zealand. Visitors will have…
Kiwi’s Genius Solution to London Jams
Fancy speeding down the Thames in London to get to your hotel? “Your speedy dream could be about to come true, thanks to Kiwi entrepreneur Alan Gibbs whose amphibious vehicles are being tested this…
Queenstown Night Flights
Air New Zealand have just kicked off the winter season with the first evening service into Queenstown. The approach into Queenstown airport has been ranked one of the most picturesque…
Joseph Parker Defeats Carlos Takam
“Joseph Parker defeated Carlos Takam via unanimous points decision in Saturday night’s IBF heavyweight title challenger eliminator in New Zealand,” as reported in an article on News.com.au. “We’ve trained very hard and Takam came…
World’s First High Speed ‘Amphitruck’ – Humdinga
Watch the Humdinga – a high-speed amphibious vehicle drive across the Thames in London. The amphitruck, which is being tested as luxury taxi-cab application for an unnamed luxury hotel…
Martin Jetpack Turns Science Fiction Into Reality
Australia-listed Martin Jetpack will begin manufacturing its P-14 aircraft next month, as reported in an article in The Financial Times. “We are at the start of the journey,” said Peter Coker, Martin Jetpack’s chief…
Brendon McCullum – New Zealand Cricket’s Renaissance Man
“In an incredible tale of leadership and introspection to the extent of soul-searching, Brendon McCullum, who retired from international cricket last year, opened up in an exclusive chat to Cricbuzz about why he decided…
Broods – Free at the Late Late show
Watch Kiwi duo Broods, Georgia and Caleb Nott, perform their single ‘Free’ at the Late Late Show fronted by British comedian James Corden. The performance was the duo’s US…
Helen Clark Says World Needs Action on Forest Land Rights to Meet Climate Goals
Former New Zealand Prime Minister Helen Clark has “warned that global climate change goals cannot be achieved without a united push to secure land rights for the world’s indigenous forest communities”, as reported by…
NASA Releases Super Pressure Balloon
Watch this Euronews clip of NASA releasing a super-pressure, 2,366 kg weather balloon at Wanaka airport on Tuesday, May 17. The launch was the first successful attempt.
Thunder’s Steven Adams Making the Leap
“All year, the Oklahoma City Thunder have been largely dismissed as serious title contenders. After beating the Spurs and stunning the Warriors in Game 1 in Oracle Arena, it’s time to forget everything I thought…
Jono and Ben find out what makes Timaru a #COOLTOWNBRO
Jono and Ben are traveling around New Zealand, going to various towns and seeing what makes it a #COOLTOWNBRO by taking in suggestions by the locals on social media.
Adventurer and Inspirational Bone Disease Campaigner Samuel Gibson
Samuel Gibson, an inspirational adventurer and brittle bone disease campaigner has died, aged 39, after suffering a ‘devastating’ head injury while competing in a half marathon, as reported in The Daily Mail. The…
The Koi Boys – ‘All About That Bass’ Cover
Listen to Kiwi trio The Koi Boys performing Meghan Trainor’s “All About That Bass”. Nuz Ngatai, Kevin Keepa and Danny Faifai have recently taken the internet by storm following…
Logan Dodds: KiwiDaze 2016 #MyKiwiOE
Watch this new Air New Zealand clip featuring Kiwi plumber Logan Dodds and Trent Nattrass exploring their own backyard in New Zealand.
NZ Surfing’s Great Underdog Story – Daniel Kereopa
“Daniel Kereopa sees himself as an underdog. And depending on your vantage, he’s right,” writes Zach Weisberg for The Inertia. Kereopa has deep Maori heritage in New Zealand. His hometown Raglan is the…
Five Lesser-Known Must-Visit Places in New Zealand
New Zealand “is a country that boasts of scenic beaches, pristine lakes, active volcano zones, tall mountains and above all diverse beauty,” writes Poulomi Das for Business Insider India in an article…
Auckland Airport’s New Electric Vehicle Initiative
“Auckland Airport has installed two new Electric Vehicle (EV) rechargers at its domestic valet car park and is set to add a further two in its public car parks,” writes Joe Bates for
10 Reasons You Will Fall in Love with New Zealand
“New Zealand like any great love is easy to fall for and difficult to get over,” writes Megan Conway in her travel blog Half this World Away. Conway lived in New Zealand…
New Zealand Blue Spring
“Nestled in a lush green valley of ferns is a spring with water so clear it turns a brilliant blue colour” lies New Zealand’s blue spring, writes Leith Huffadine for The Daily…
Russell Crowe to Star in The Mummy Remake
“Russell Crowe has confirmed he will star in “The Mummy” reboot as Dr. Henry Jekyll alongside Tom Cruise,” as reported in KPUG 1170. The movie will be quite different from the Brendan Fraser-fronted…
The Greenstone – Trailer
The Greenstone, which was filmed in New Zealand, is the story of a young woman who leaves South Africa and comes to new Zealand to find her father. With her she…
Mahi Aroha 4: A Short History of Two Deaths and a Single Killing
Social change activist and longtime NZEDGE columnist Denis O’Reilly weaves a multi-layered tale located on the social edge of Aotearoa. Last week I heard on RNZ a documentary interview with Rastaman Tigilau Ness
Ian Taylor to Speak at Inaugural Magnify Conference
Ian Taylor, founder of Dunedin computer graphics design and production company Animation Research Ltd (ARL) will be one of the speakers at the inaugural Magnify Conference on immersive technology application, during the Auckland Tourism,…
Air NZ, NZFire Service & Wlg Paramedics Running Man Challenge
Watch these three new Running Man Challenge clips by Ajay Sidhu11. Air New Zealand, NZFire Service and Wellington paramedics staff dance to the twenty-year-old tune of 1996’s ‘My Boo’…
#213: Team NZ win in NY, Bianca Andrew London Song Prize, Helen Clark’s UN campaign ++ more
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Daniel Kereopa – Face of New Zealand Surfing
Watch this video clip by The Inertia and listen to Daniel Kereopa talk about his journey to become New Zealand’s Ultimate Waterman. He was crowned the first ever Ultimate Waterman in 2015 and has…
FDCI and Education New Zealand Promote Cross-Cultural Fashion
“The Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) and Education New Zealand (ENZ) will be organising a fashion event ‘Runway to New Zealand’ based on the theme “Future World Connection”, in New Delhi on May…
Gin Wigmore – Man Like That
Listen to Gin Wigmore’s track ‘Man Like That’. The song opens Shonda Rhimes’ new show ‘The Catch’, which follows a private investigator who is defrauded by her own fiance….
Team New Zealand Win in New York
“Emirates Team New Zealand grabbed a dramatic victory in the final race of the America’s Cup World Series New York on Sunday to maintain their overall lead in the America’s Cup preliminary circuit,” as…
Emirates Team New Zealand Win in New York
Emirates Team New Zealand have won the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series New York today. Watch the clip to see the highlights of the intense race and hear what skipper Glenn Ashby…
Stunning NZ Super Rugby Stats Send Ominous Warning to Opponents
Many believe that New Zealand “are as vulnerable as ever this summer,” after having lost their faction of hall of famers to international careers, writes Matthew Southcombe for Wales Online. Looking at New…
Taika Waititi Proves to Be Box-Office Gold in NZ
“Thor: Ragnarok director Taika Waititi rules the box office in his homeland of New Zealand,” writes Pip Bulbeck for The Hollywood Reporter. Two of his films are now the top New Zealand films at…
Slow Travel in New Zealand
“To really get to know New Zealand, you have to do less and take in more,” according to an article in Canada Free Press. “If you want a rush, there’s no place…
The Untold Story of Steven Adams
When Thunder center Steven Adams arrived at his first NBA training camp, he knew virtually nothing about the NBA. There was a lot of shrugging and no deference when he started playing, which unnerved…
Free Diver Sets Two World Records in Three Days
Free-diver William Trubridge “has now gone deeper than any unassisted free-diver before by breaking his own world record – twice in less than 72 hours”, as reported in an article in The…
An Epic New Zealand Road Trip
There’s a lot to see in New Zealand. Shannon Ullman shared the highlights of her three month road trip itinerary with Travel Pulse. Auckland is a great place to start a road trip….
NZ Police Officers Release ‘Running Man’ Video
“The New Zealand police force has released a video of officers doing the “running man” dance and issued a challenge to other forces around the world to do the same in an unorthodox recruitment drive,” as…
Notes to Eternity – Impressive and Affecting
A meditation on the Israel-Palestine conflict, the documentary feature film notes to eternity, directed and produced by New Zealander Sarah Cordery, centers on the lives and ideas of three Jewish Americans: world renowned public…
