Te Wahi Pounamu - The Place of Pounamu
Learn about the history of Pounamu and where it was discovered on the South Island of New Zealand - Te Waipounamu.
This semi-precious stone is only found in the South Island, and most often in the rivers of the West Coast.
Discover more about this taonga and where it has been found in our video series below.
Moko Pounamu Knowledge Library
Matariki 2026 invites all people – regardless of background, culture, or belief – to come together.
The cluster of stars known as Te Waka o Rangi (The Canoe of the Sky) connects us all. It is a reminder that we navigate these waters together, moored by shared values of unity, inclusion, and mutual care.
One of the things we often suggest to customers in our greenstone shop, is to pick the perfect piece of greenstone for themselves by seeing what they are drawn to and encouraging them to hold more than one piece to see if it feels right for them.
