Air New Zealand Staff Have Nothing to Hide
Air New Zealand finds an interesting way to show that have nothing to hide with their customers just using a lot of body paint and Gin Wigmore’s track Under my skin in their hilarious commercial.
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa: ‘Hine E Hine’ & ‘Tahi Nei Taru Kino’
Listen to Dame Kiri Te Kanawa’s beautiful voice as she performs Hine E Hine & Tahi Nei Taru Kino in London 1985. Dame Kiri Te Kanawa has had a highly successful international opera career and has been acclaimed as one …
A Tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary – Sand Art
Watch this video by Marcus Winter that celebrates one of New Zealand’s greatest achievements and acknowledges the man who conquered the world’s highest mountain, Sir Edmund Hillary.
Behind the scenes of WOW 2012
Air New Zealand presents a peek behind the scenes of the World of Wearable Arts in Wellington on Awards Night 2012. Designers and models talk about their experiences and thoughts on the wonderful World of Wearable Arts.
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog Part 9
Take a look at Peter Jackson’s eighth behind the scenes video blog during the post-production, leading to the release of The Hobbit. This time, we see the crew working around the clock trying to finish the movie due two days …
Jack Lovelock’s Historic 1500m Win at 1936 Olympics
As the first New Zealand athlete to win an Olympic gold, Jack Lovelock was an enigmatic achiever whose running style was said to be ‘artistic’ in grace. Watch this footage with Italian commentary of Lovelock’s spectacular 1500m win at the 1936 Berlin Olympics – a race that began a rich history of achievement in New Zealand middle and long distance athletics.
Jack Lovelock Wins Gold at 1936 Berlin Olympics
As the first New Zealand athlete to win an Olympic gold, Jack Lovelock was an enigmatic achiever whose running style was said to be ‘artistic’ in grace. Watch this footage with English commentary of Lovelock’s spectacular 1500m win at the 1936 Berlin Olympics – a race that began a rich history of achievement in New Zealand middle and long distance athletics...
New Zealand Same-sex Couple Ties Knot Up In the Air
Air New Zealand invited Lynley Bendall and Ally Wanikau, who have been together almost 14 years, to finally tie the knot in the skies to celebrate same-sex marriage becoming legal in New Zealand. New Zealand became the first Asia-Pacific country …
Trailer: Beyond The Edge
For the first time ever, Sir Edmund Hillary will be brought back to life on the big screen using both original colour footage and photographs in this breath-taking 3D film, Beyond the Edge. Beyond the Edge will be in New …
Blazed – Drug Driving in Aotearoa
Watch this online hit anti-drug driving ad launched on Maori TV featuring three Maori children arguing which of their dads drives best while “blazed”. Directed by Taika Waititi, the ad soon switches focus, with the comedy out and the contemplation …
The Mint Chicks – She’s a Mod
Groove with The Mint Chicks as they embrace the 60’s in their modern rendition of the classic hit “She’s a Mod”. The Mint Chicks were a New Zealand experimental noise rock/power pop a.k.a. “troublegum” band originally from Auckland.
World of Wearable Art
Enter another world with World of Wearable Art, a show where garment design and creativity meets theatrical performance in a completely magical and unexpected way.
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog Part 8
Take a look at Peter Jackson’s eighth behind the scenes video blog during the final days of filming of The Hobbit. This time, we are at Comic-Con along with some of the film’s actors including Martin Freeman, Elijah Wood and …
Mitre 10 – Classroom
Watch these cheeky Kiwi kids at school getting their names called out in a roll call – some of the names may be familiar to the average DIYer!.
Dances of Life (Maori excerpt)
Watch this excerpt from the 55 min documentary Dances of Life, shot for PBS. The documentary looks at the dances and songs that express Pacific Islanders’ origins, struggles and their journeys.
Sailing Away, 1986
In this video 19080s celebrities – including musicians, broadcasters and sports people – raise their voices to rally support for the first Kiwi challenge of the America’s Cup “in a boat just called New Zealand”.
NZ Book Council – Going West
This short film from the New Zealand Book Council features an excerpt from Maurice Gee’s novel Going West. The film was awarded an international prize for paper cut animation by New York’s Museum of Art and Design.
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog Part 7
Take a look at Peter Jackson’s seventh behind the scenes video blog during the filming of The Hobbit. This time, Peter Jackson takes us on a tour of Stone Street Studios with sneak peaks of the sets, weapons, costumes and …
Richie McCaw on Leadership
Adidas catches up with All Blacks captain Richie McCaw to find out what he thinks makes a good leader. This is the first in a series of three interviews with Richie McCaw.
Hayley Westenra – Pokarekare Ana (English Subtitles)
Listen to Hayley Westenra’s beautiful rendition of Pokarekare Ana from the album Odyssey. Pokarekare Ana is a traditional New Zealand love song written in M?ori, and composed about the time World War I began in 1914.
ASB Bank – A boy and His sheep
ASB teaches Kiwi kids a fun way to become more cash clever in this 2011 ad about a boy saving up for a Nintendo DS and the obstacles he faces with his pet sheep.
Maori Tale of Creation in Sand – Tihore Mai te Rangi
Watch this beautiful video which tells the emotional story of how Tane separated his parents. He clothed his mother in greenery and his father in sky, then as Tane’s father mourned for his wife his tears became lakes and rivers…
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog Part 6
Take a look at Peter Jackson’s sixth behind the scenes video blog during the filming of The Hobbit. In this particular video, Peter Jackson and the crew are heading from location to location, shooting scenes around New Zealand.
Flash Mob Haka Queen Street Mall, Brisbane
Watch as 20 fearsome men break into a flash mob performing the Haka in front of an Australian audience at Brisbane’s Queen Street Mall.
New Zealand, the Youngest Country on Earth
Take a look at this incredible video of New Zealand’s sights and discover the beauty of the youngest country on Earth. The video was produced by Weta Workshop, which helped in the production of The Hobbit and Lord of the …
Comedy For Cure Kids: All Blacks Prank
Cory Jane pranks three rookie All Blacks, Beauden Barrett, Dane Coles and Francis Saili to perform in a fake Japanese Noodle advertisement called Honzai as part of Comedy for Cure Kids: Good Sports 2013 for Red Nose Day.
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog Part 5
Take a look at Peter Jackson’s fifth behind the scenes video blog of the filming of The Hobbit. This time, Peter Jackson talks to us about the idea of location shooting and what it entails to move all the equipment …
Say Yeah, Nah
Watch this 60-second light-hearted commercial that uses the popular Kiwi expression “Yeah, Nah” to discourage binge drinking and encourage mates to just have a good time instead.
TEDxAuckland: Brian Sweeney
Watch NZEDGE producer Brian Sweeney's inspirational talk at TEDxAuckland 2013. In the 18 minute talk Brian discusses nation branding, Punk Eek and New Zealand's role in the world.
Yes she can: Helen Clark at TEDxAuckland
Former Prime Minister speaks at TEDxAuckland 2013about women and leadership. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience.
Flight of the Conchords – Feel Inside (and stuff like that)
The Flight of the Conchords, Jermaine and Bret, were asked to write a charity song for 2012’s Red Nose Day in support of Cure Kids. The pair interviewed school children about various topics, incorporating their answers into the lyrics of …
Making of the Signature “World of Wearable Art” Theme
Take a look at this amazing behind-the-scenes video of the making of the “World of Wearable Art” signature theme music recording sessions held in Prague 2009. WOW is New Zealand’s most amazing international arts and entertainment event of the year.
Winner of Best Ad Award 2011 – Lotto Dog
Watch the Best Ad of 2011 featuring a touching story of a loyal dog, Wilson. Combining strong storytelling with a sprinkling of exotic locations and a brilliant performance by “Wilson”, this is an epic tale of incredible loyalty at its …
Air New Zealand – China’s “Romance Class”
Fall in love with Air New Zealand’s brand new online-exclusive safety video, launched in China to celebrate the airline’s new “Romance Class”. Romance class was available for passengers travelling on the dates surrounding Chinese Valentine’s Day on August 13.
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog, Part 4
Take a look at Peter Jackson’s fourth behind the scenes video blog in the early stages of the filming of The Hobbit. This time, Peter Jackson talks about 3D filming, the cameras and special effects.
New Zealand Landscapes Time-lapse – Volume 2
Watch this amazing time-lapse film by Bevan Percival shot at locations across New Zealand’s North Island. Percival captures moments in a way that brings the ingredients of strong composition, dramatic light and beautiful scenery together in a single frame.
New Zealand National Anthem in NZSL (Sign Language), Maori & English
Learn and enjoy the national anthem of New Zealand presented in all three of our country’s official languages – New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL), Te Reo Maori & English. The video also uses stunning images to showcase the cultural and …
Black Soap Boys – Live
Listen to three fine New Zealand musicians, the Black Soap Boys, legendary singer Rick Bryant and guitarists Gordon Spittle and Chris Grosz performing their country-blues based song, Live. The Black Soap Boys have a diverse repertoire of rock, R&B, blues, …
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog Part 3
Take a look at Peter Jackson’s third behind the scenes video blog in the early stages of the filming of The Hobbit. This time, the cast and crew talk about their favourite memories from the first few months of shooting…
Dilmah Real High Tea Challenge 2013 NZ
Get your taste buds going with the video for Dilmah’s 2013 Real High Tea Challenge 2013. Over two days, 14 Teams took up the challenge to create and serve to the judges their interpretation of a contemporary high tea at …
Lawrence Arabia: Apple Pie Bed
Listen to a piece of classic New Zealand pop performed by Lawrence Arabia. Apple Pie Bed was co-written by Lawrence Arabia and The Phoenix Foundation’s Luke Buda and was awarded the prestigious APRA Silver Scroll song writing award in 2009.
Tooned 50: Episode 2 – The Bruce McLaren Story
Watch Episode 2 of Tooned 50, a feel-good two series animation clip created for McLaren’s 50th Anniversary that offers a glimpse at Bruce McLaren’s early life in New Zealand in where “the 14-year-old discovers his passion for racing”.
Tooned 50: Episode 1 – A Night To Remember
Watch Episode 1 of Tooned 50, a feel-good two series animation clip created for McLaren’s 50th Anniversary that offers a glimpse at Bruce McLaren’s early life in New Zealand in where “the 14-year-old discovers his passion for racing”.
Bruce McLaren video: McLaren 50 – Courage
This short film sheds light on McLaren’s very human back-story by sharing insights into the courageous life of Bruce McLaren who founded his racing team five decades ago.
New Zealand Landscapes Timelapse
View this amazing timelapse film shot around the volcanic plateau in the Tongariro National Park World Heritage area, under New Zealand’s beautiful southern hemisphere skies. This video was produced by Bevan Percival.
Chiefs Haka – Super Rugby Final 2013
Take a close-up look at the Chiefs performing the Haka after winning their second successive Super Rugby title after defeating the Brumbies 27-22 in a thrilling contest at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton.
Georgie Pie Ad
Take a trip back in time and watch your favourite Georgie Pie ad. At the time Georgie Pie was “New Zealand’s own homegrown alternative to the global fast-food industry giants such as McDonald’s, Pizza Hut and Burger King.”
Sir Edmund Hillary on Omnibus in 1954
Take a look at this 1954 Omnibus clip featuring Sir Edmund Hillary and the climbers of Mount Everest. Hillary tells the story of his challenging expedition to become the first man to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog Part 2
Watch Peter Jackson’s second behind the scenes video blog in the early stages of the filming of The Hobbit. Peter discusses how he and his crew went location scouting around New Zealand to find the best scenes for The Hobbit.
Winter Games NZ 2013 trailer
Watch the trailer for the snow sports competition of the year, the Winter Games NZ 2013. Set against the spectacular backdrop of New Zealand’s Southern Alps, the Games also features films, live music and entertainment…
AJ Hackett – Adventure Park: Sochi, Russia
New Zealand adrenaline pioneer AJ Hackett is just months from completing AJ Hackett Sochi – a Russian adventure park that will include a multitude of activities including the world’s longest suspended public walkway.
Whittaker’s L&P Chocolate: The Accident NZ’s Been Waiting For!
Whittaker’s L&P chocolate Witness the accident that New Zealand has been waiting for. Whittaker’s L&P chocolate. Posted by Whittaker's Chocolate Lovers on Sunday, July 14, 2013 Watch the advert for Whittaker’s ‘Kiwi As’ chocolate creation –L&P infused white chocolate packed …
Air NZ’s Hobbit Plane Lands in Middle Earth
Take a look at what happens when Air New Zealand’s brand new Hobbit 777-300 stops in Wellington for a visit ahead of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey premiere. The plane was loaded with some rather special cargo – the cast …
One News: Kiwi Accent
According to an Auckland University of Technology study the New Zealand accent has changed noticeably over the past 30 years. One News took to the streets to find out what we sound like now – and it turns out we’re …
The Hobbit: Behind the Scenes – Production Video Blog Part 1
Watch Peter Jackson’s first behind the scenes video blog in the early stages of the filming of The Hobbit. In this 2011 video Peter discusses The Hobbit during its very early stages and offers viewers a peek at what went …
Full Moon Silhouettes
Take a look at this beautiful real time video of the moon rising over Mount Victoria in Wellington, New Zealand. People gathered at the Mount Victoria lookout on 28 January 2013 to get the best possible view of the moon …
