New Zealand’s first 3D stamp
On 7 September 2011, New Zealand Post will issue its first 3D stamp - just in time for Rugby World Cup 2011. This innovative stamp, featuring the Tournament's prize, the Webb Ellis Cup, has been...
View Article2011 Christmas stamps by NZ Post
New Zealand Post's Christmas 2011 stamp issue features five intricately illustrated gummed stamps that highlight key moments in the Nativity story. Each gummed stamp has a unique diamond shape and...
View Article2012 Year of the Dragon stamp issue by New Zealand
The 2012 Year of the Dragon stamp issue is certainly one to celebrate. The powerful dragon is the most vibrant of all 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac and when the Year of the Dragon begins on 23...
View Article2012 New Zealand Native Trees Stamp Issue
The 2012 New Zealand Native Trees stamp issue features five gummed stamps which portray five iconic native New Zealand trees. Each of the beautiful species is depicted in a detailed illustrative style...
View Article2012 Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee stamp issue by NZ Post
2012 marks a significant year for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, as she celebrates 60 years as a dedicated monarch. New Zealand Post has issued the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee stamps to mark...
View ArticleMaori Rock Art stamps by NZ Post
The Matariki 2012 stamp issue pays tribute to Maori rock art - a unique art form that gives fascinating insights into the earliest people of Aotearoa. Continue reading →
View Article50 Years of Friendship: New Zealand and Samoa stamp issue
New Zealand and Samoa share a special relationship that is underpinned by the 1962 Treaty of Friendship. 2012 marks 50 years of this important partnership, and New Zealand Post is celebrating with a...
View Article‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’ stamp issue
Award-winning actor Ian McKellen has officially given his seal of approval to stamps and coins being produced by New Zealand Post to celebrate the eagerly anticipated movie The Hobbit: An Unexpected...
View Article2013 Year of the Snake stamps from New Zealand
The snake is the sixth animal in the Chinese lunar calendar, and those born in the Year of the Snake are thought to be elegant, insightful, motivated and highly intellectual. According to ancient...
View ArticleNew Zealand Native Ferns on new stamps
New Zealand is home to an abundance of ferns, of which around 45 per cent occur nowhere else in the world. Five of these ferns are celebrated in the New Zealand Ferns stamp issue. The New Zealand...
View ArticleNew Zealand Post’s Year of the Rabbit Stamps
Join in the New Year celebrations with the third in New Zealand Post's Chinese lunar stamp series. The Year of the Rabbit issue features a vibrant range of stamp products that pay tribute to the...
View ArticleNZ Kapa Haka 2011 stamps
Kapa Haka means to stand in a row or rank (kapa) and dance (haka). Distinctive from other indigenous performing arts, Kapa Haka combines song, dance, expression and movement. It's an art form that...
View ArticleNZ Post set to release royal wedding stamps
New Zealand Post has issued its official stamps for the royal wedding between Prince William and Kate Middleton. There are two choices available, one in which the prince and his future bride are...
View ArticleNZ Post Recalls Royal Wedding Stamp Packs
New Zealand Post wants to recall more than 2000 Royal wedding stamp collection packs after an 'embarrassing' mistake. The text on the presentation pack issued on Wednesday, said Prince William was born...
View ArticleWilliam and Kate torn apart by Pacific nation’s royal wedding stamp
A royal wedding stamp featuring Prince William and Kate Middleton has an awkward feature - a perforated line down the middle which splits the couple up. Continue reading →
View ArticleNZ stamp series honours Victoria Cross recipients
New Zealand Post has issued an Anzac stamp series honouring the 22 people awarded the Victoria Cross while serving in the country's armed forces. Continue reading →
View Article2011 Round Kiwi
A favourite with collectors since it was introduced 23 years ago, the Round Kiwi stamp is returning due to popular demand in 2011. Continue reading →
View ArticleCounting in Kiwi postage stamps
Take a numerical journey from 1 to 21 in a quintessentially 'Kiwi' way with the Counting in Kiwi stamp issue. With each number, you'll discover unique and quirky aspects of New Zealand's culture,...
View ArticleNZ Post charity stamps take flight
New Zealand's native birds are lending their star power to a fundraiser for underprivileged children. New Zealand Post has released an annual collection of stamps to benefit Children's Health Camps for...
View ArticleANZAC 2013 – New Zealanders Serving Abroad stamps
Every year on the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) day New Zealanders remember the dedicated men and women who have served for New Zealand. The duties that these men and women undertake...
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