Kiwiland

What is Matariki and why do Kiwis celebrate it every year? In this special episode of the Kiwiland Podcast , Dad and the boys explore the magic of Matariki — the Māori New Year! They talk about the Matariki star cluster (the Pleiades), how it marks the start of a new year in Aotearoa, and the beautiful traditions of remembering those who have passed, celebrating with family feasts, storytelling, a...

Meet the world’s chunkiest, mossiest, and most adorable parrot — the Kakapo ! This big green fluffball can’t fly, smells like honey, and booms like a subwoofer when it’s looking for love. In this fun episode of the Kiwiland Podcast , Dad and the boys dive into everything kakapo — from their hilarious night-time adventures and super-strong legs to why they’re one of the rarest birds on Earth. Perfe...

Why do we wear poppies, wake up before dawn, and eat ANZAC biscuits every April 25? In this special episode of the Kiwiland Podcast , Dad and the two boys sit down to talk about ANZAC Day in New Zealand – one of our most important and solemn public holidays. The Kiwiland crew explores the powerful story of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) and their landing at Gallipoli on 25 April...

Why do Kiwis barbecue on the beach for Christmas while the rest of the world dreams of snow? And what's this about a brand-new public holiday celebrating stars and storytelling? In this special duo episode of the Kiwiland Podcast , just Stirling and Dad chat about Aotearoa's awesome mix of public holidays – from classic ones like Waitangi Day (treaty vibes and summer picnics) to quirky Kiw...

Ever dreamed of a dinosaur that didn't go extinct and decided to hang out in New Zealand, munching bugs and staring at the sun with its extra eyeball ? Say hello to the tuatara – Aotearoa's quirkiest reptile, the last of its ancient kind, and basically a "living fossil" that's been chilling since the time of the dinosaurs! In this wild episode of the Kiwiland Podcast , the Ki...

Kia ora from Aotearoa! Join our fun family podcast, Kiwiland , where Kiwi kids and their dad dive into the yummy world of traditional New Zealand food (kai) and share stories to help you learn all about New Zealand's unique culture, history, and flavors. Perfect for families, travelers, and anyone curious about authentic Kiwi cuisine—from beachside bites to sweet treats that capture our island...

The Kids and Dad have been talking on the mic for ONE WHOLE YEAR! 🤩 We've had laughs, silly voices, and even some grown-up wisdom (shh, don't tell anyone 🤫). From classic New Zealand Deserts to world famous Kiwi birds, we've chatted about it all! 📚👀 Thanks to our amazing listeners (that's YOU!) for joining us on this wild ride! 🎉 We're so excited to see what the next year...

Ever wondered about those massive, head-scratching giant statues dotting New Zealand's towns? From the 7.5m Ohakune carrot (Carrot Capital, growing two-thirds of the North Island’s carrots) to the giant L&P bottle in Paeroa (home of the "World Famous in New Zealand" soft drink since 1907), the Kiwiland Kids and their Dad explore Aotearoa’s whacky roadside attractions ! Join us fo...

Kia ora, Aotearoa fans! Join one brave dad and his three wild kids in Kiwiland as they swoop into the sneaky world of New Zealand’s morepork owl—the Ruru! This week’s episode is a hoot, packed with feathers, facts, and family chaos. Learn why this nocturnal ninja is NZ’s coolest native owl, from its haunting “more-pork” call to its Māori name, Ruru, tied to cultural legends. Perfect for kids, fami...

Celebrate the festive season Kiwi-style in our latest episode! Join us as we dive into what makes Christmas in New Zealand so special, from sunny beach days and backyard barbecues to unique traditions and cultural celebrations. Discover how Kiwis embrace the summer holiday season and learn fun facts about how Christmas is celebrated in Aotearoa. Perfect for families and kids, this episode brings t...

Come and get to know this great little insect that is native to New Zealand. The Weta! Enjoy

Have you ever had a Kiwifruit? This strange 'berry' from China that found a loving home in New Zealand. Come and find out a little more information about what Kiwifruit are so important to Kiwi's

Kia ora, Aotearoa fans! In Kiwiland , Kiwiland kids and dad explore New Zealand’s wildlife, food, and culture with heaps of fun and chaos. Perfect for kids, families, and anyone curious about Kiwi treasures, we make learning about New Zealand a sweet adventure! This episode of our podcast dives into the sugary world of Kiwi sweet treats that hold a special place in our hearts! Join Kiwiland kids a...

What more would you expect then another bird podcast from the country that was almost exclusively a bird resort until 1800. The Tui is known for it's amazing songs and wonderful white neck tie. Enjoy

Kia ora, Aotearoa fans! In Kiwiland , Kiwiland kids and dad tackle New Zealand’s wildlife, food, and culture with heaps of fun and chaos. Perfect for kids, families, and anyone curious about Kiwi treasures, we make learning about New Zealand a mighty adventure! This episode of our podcast dives into the epic world of the All Blacks—NZ’s legendary national rugby team! Join Kiwiland kids and dad for...

Welcome back to another chapter of Kiwiland. This weeks episode is a quick one, 5 quick random facts about New Zealand that you might not have known! Lets find out about these random facts that make New Zealand... Pretty special! :)

What if we said New Zealand has one of the tallest structures in the southern hemisphere? For our small nation this marvel of engineering has been part of the Auckland's sky line for the last 30 years, let's dive in and find out a few facts about this amazing structure in this weeks Kiwiland!

Let's cover just where this might country New Zealand is located on the planet earth and how it might sort of look :D

In this weeks eposide of Kiwiland (or New Zealand) the kids discuss just what the Kiwi (*bird) is and why it is awesome and unique!