A Kiwi Original

In this episode, we take a look at a bunch of iconic Kiwi snacks, sweet and savoury. Ryan also chats about how NZ Made services can use the Kiwi trademark.

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On the show this week, Ryan takes a look at New Zealand Made products designed to improve our health. We have herbal products by OKU and Herbology and nutritional shakes for kids by Complete Kids Nutrition.

LINKS

OKU: https://www.oku.co.nz/
Complete Kids Nutrition: https://www.completekidsnutrition.com/
Herbology: https://www.herbologynz.com/

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This week we look at a new infant formula by Bluebell Babies, NZ Made shampoos and conditioners by NOM Global and we introduce a new security feature for the Kiwi trademark.

LINKS

https://www.bluebellbabies.co.nz/
https://nom.co.nz/

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Three gorgeous products on the show this week; merino socks by Cosy Toes, reusable tote bags by House of Baddeck and a new book for newborns by Sugoi Publishing.

LINKS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE:
Cosy Toes https://www.cosytoes.co.nz/
House of Baddeck http://www.houseofbaddeck.co.nz/
Sugoi Publishing https://www.sugoipublishing.co.nz/

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In this episode, Ryan checks out a variety of New Zealand Made products for animals.

We have Hoki products by Newflands, equine (and human) products by Savvy Touch and tasty premium pet food by Ultimate Feeds.

LINKS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE:
Newflands: https://newflands.co.nz/
Savvy Touch: https://www.savvytouch.com/
Ultimate Feeds: https://www.ultrapetsupplies.co.nz/

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In this episode we feature NZ Made deodorant that's free from parabens and aluminium by Dept. of Soul.

Rozcraft send in their wrist warmers and souvenir Kete bag.

We feature a retro commercial by King Soup for their two most popular winter soups.

..and talk about the New US e-Visas available to New Zealand businesses wanting to live and work in America.

BONUS: New Q&A section features the questions we get asked on buynz.org.nz. 

Tell us what you think.


LINKS FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE: 
Dept. Of Soul https://deptofsoul.com
Rozcraft https://rozcraft.com
http://www.kingsoup.co.nz/products/ 

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Earth Sea Sky are a fifth generation Kiwi outdoor adventure wear company that can be trusted to produce clothing that lasts. 

Cactus Outdoor make supertrousers...called Supertrousers. They've been making these for 25 years and are the preferred choice by tradies wanting pants that look good and last.

Last up I talk about Parisian ties and Minister Faafoi at the pre-budget announcement

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
https://www.earthseasky.co.nz/mens/shell-jackets/jetstream-men-s.html
https://www.cactusoutdoor.co.nz/clothing/mens-pants.html
https://rjbdesign.co.nz/collections/1919-collection
https://www.beehive.govt.nz/feature/wellbeing-budget-2019

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Skinny Fizz is the latest sparkling flavoured water with a low sugar profile to keep your hydration healthy.

We celebrate New Zealand music and discuss why we prefer to licence our tracks from Kiwi artists.

I also launch an audiobook for the 100% Kiwi Business book now available on Google Play, Audible and AudiobooksNZ.


LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

https://www.skinnyfizz.co.nz
https://businesskiwi.com
http://bit.ly/makingnzmademusic

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simplenakedsoap keeps your skin healthy and radiant without all the harsh chemicals thanks to soap made from real goats milk, from real goats from the goats farm that Tracey and Malcolm run in Balclutha. 

Keeping with the cleanliness theme, I try out Odorex anti-odour shoe deodoriser that NZ Defence Force, NZ Diary and other large companies rely on to keep their staffs feet odour and fungal free. 

Healthpak provides toiletries at scale to New Zealand hotels, motels as well as international airlines including Air New Zealand. Watch to see how they're part of the solution to sustainable portion control for hospitality operators. 

Drift Chat has been amazing for buynz.org.nz as it enables text messaging to visitors answering their questions in real-time instead of them having to use a contact form. Truly amazing to see three businesses join after their questions were answered. It's been fascinating to listen to what perceived barriers businesses see with the licensing process which will help us shape what our website says. A strong yes from me for any business engaged in complex online sales processes s. 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 
https://simplenakedsoap.com 
https://www.odorex.co.nz 
https://healthpak.co.nz 
https://www.drift.com

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Wild Country produce a delicious range of condiments worthy of the finest condiment connoisseur, including Al Brown's mild mustard.

McKinlays Shoes iconic fifth generation business is featured on the Making It New Zealand Series.

The Buy New Zealand Made team head to the Zoo for day, feed giraffes (with video!) and discover the importance of the Forest Stewardship Council to them and the difference we can make when buying products.

Munch Cupboard show their alternative to plastic wrap and why reusable honey based wrap products are the future for a sustainable life.

...and lastly we share our Net Promoter Score results after 12 months of Executive Director Ryan Jennings at the helm.  

LINKS TO BUSINESSES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Wild Country http://www.wildcountry.co.nz
McKinlays Shoes: https://mckinlays.co.nz
Munch Cupboard: https://www.munchcupboard.com
Wellington Zoo: https://wellingtonzoo.com

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