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New Zealand’s Inspired Origins
What makes New Zealand special? While the answer might be many things, from history’s perspective, one thing stands out: this country was intentionally founded to be unlike the British Empire’s previous colonies. New Zealand was to be different. Although the empire would still seek to spread the umbrella of nationhood and civilisation, it intended to do so with a newly found compassion and humility. It would try to do things right.
The Tapestry of New Zealand – Matariki 2025
Purewa’s story is our story as New Zealanders, woven as a tapestry of relationships between Māori and Pakeha. It forms New Zealand’s past and reflects the best aspects of our nation today.
For Mother’s Day: “The Baby Factory” Founder Helen Lowe
A Mother's Day story. When Loo Oy Shang and her young daughter arrived as refugees from Japanese-occupied Guandong in 1939, they faced an uncertain future. For seven-year-old Helen, it was especially wrenching. She’d left behind the comforts of a large home and the...

Purewa’s Beautifcation and Environment Care Initiative
To better care for our environment, Purewa will be phasing out the use of plastic flowers, starting May 1st 2025.
To learn more about this initiative, click the link below.
