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 Kiwi twists like Christmas in summer (jandals, pavlova, and pohutukawa trees blooming red)!

Perfect for New Zealand families, Kiwiana fans, expat Kiwis missing home, or anyone planning an NZ holiday and curious about our unique celebrations. Laugh along as father and son explore what makes Kiwi holidays so special!

Kiwiland Podcast: Fun family chats uncovering New Zealand's magic – hosted by the Kiwiland Kids and Dad. New episodes every few weeks on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and YouTube. Subscribe for more Aotearoa quirks! #NewZealandHolidays #Kiwiana #Matariki #WaitangiDay #ChristmasInSummer #NZPublicHolidays #ANZACDay #KiwilandPodcast

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 Kiwiland Kids and their Dad geek out over these spiky, slow-moving superstars: Why do they have a mysterious third eye on top of their heads (spoiler: it's for sensing light, not selfies!)? How do they grow for 30 years straight and live up to 100? And what's the deal with their "spiny back" that makes them look like mini-dragons from a Kiwi fairy tale?

From hidden island hideouts (they're only found in NZ!) to Māori legends where they're sacred guardians, we uncover hilarious facts, rate their "cool factor" , and imagine tuataras crashing a family BBQ. Perfect for New Zealand animal lovers, Kiwiana explorers, or anyone obsessed with weird reptiles and fun NZ wildlife!

Kiwiland Podcast: Family adventures uncovering Aotearoa's magic – hosted by the Kiwiland Kids and Dad. New episodes every few weeks on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and YouTube. Subscribe for more quirky tales! #TuataraNZ #LivingFossil #NewZealandReptiles #Kiwiana #NZWildlife #ThirdEyeTuatara #QuirkyAnimals #KiwilandPodcast

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 spirit!

In this episode of our New Zealand food podcast, we chat about iconic Kiwi kai like crispy fish and chips, gooey mince and cheese pies, chewy Anzac biscuits, colorful lolly cake, crunchy hokey pokey ice cream, and creamy flat white coffee. Discover fun facts, easy recipes, and why these classics make New Zealand so special—plus tips on where to try them on your next adventure Down Under!

Hosted by the Kiwiland kids and their Dad, we make learning about New Zealand easy and exciting for kids and grown-ups alike.

New episodes every few weeks on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube—tune in to taste Aotearoa!What's your favorite Kiwi food? Share in the comments, like, subscribe, and hit that notification bell for more adventures in New Zealand cuisine! 🇳🇿

#NewZealandFood #KiwiKai #NewZealandPodcast #TraditionalKiwiFood #LearnAboutNewZealand #FamilyPodcast #FishAndChips #HokeyPokeyIceCream #AnzacBiscuits #KiwiCulture

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 brings! 🎊 Stay tuned for more fun, more fun and MORE FUN! 🎙️

#Kiwiland #OneYearAnniversary #PodcastForKids #FamilyFriendly #AudioFun"

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 for laughs as we dive into iconic Kiwiana sculptures like the Gore brown trout (Brown Trout Fishing Capital), Taihape’s gumboot (Gumboot Capital with its famous throwing festival), and Morrinsville’s mega cow, Millie, part of a herd of 65 uniquely painted cow statues.

Discover why these oversized novelty statues—from Cromwell’s 8m stone fruit (apple, pear, apricot, nectarine) to Te Puke’s kiwifruit (Kiwifruit Capital)—became a quirky trend in the 1960s and 1980s, sparking small-town pride and luring road-trippers. We share fun facts, like how the Ohakune carrot started as an ANZ bank ad prop, and rate our favorites in this family-friendly adventure. Perfect for New Zealand travel enthusiasts, Kiwiana lovers, or anyone curious about funny town statues!

Kiwiland Podcast: Join the Kiwiland Kids and Dad for epic New Zealand stories every few weeks on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and YouTube. Subscribe now for more Aotearoa road trip tales and quirky discoveries! #GiantStatuesNZ #Kiwiana #NewZealandTravel #QuirkyStatues #BigThingsNZ #NZRoadTrip #OversizedSculptures #KiwilandPodcast

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, families, and anyone curious about New Zealand wildlife and culture!

Discover fun facts (did you know Rurus can turn their heads 270 degrees?), hear stories of Kiwi forests, and get tips on spotting these sneaky owls in the wild. Hosted by the Kiwiland Kids and Dad, our New Zealand podcast makes learning about Aotearoa’s treasures a riot for all ages.

New episodes drop every few weeks on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube—tune in for more Kiwi adventures! What’s your favorite NZ critter? Share in the comments, like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more family-friendly fun! 🇳🇿

#NewZealandWildlife #MoreporkOwl #RuruFacts #KiwiCulture #NewZealandPodcast #FamilyPodcast #KidsLearnNZ #AotearoaAdventures

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 and dad for a riot of tasty facts and family laughs as we uncover iconic Kiwi desserts.

Hosted by Kiwiland kids and dad, new episodes drop every few weeks on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Tune in to satisfy your sweet tooth! What’s your favorite Kiwi dessert? Share in the comments, like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more Kiwiland fun! 🇳🇿

#NewZealandSweets #KiwiTreats #KiwilandPodcast #KiwiCulture #FamilyPodcast #KidsAndDad #Pavlova #Chocolatefish