Personalities

John Kirwan - a former All Black wing, who dabbled in league before turning international coach - is considered one of New Zealand’s most successful rugby players of all time.

Sir Peter Jackson is one of New Zealand’s best-known film-makers – he was knighted for his significant contribution to the Kiwi film industry in 2010.

New Zealand film makers recognised on the world stage include Sir Peter Jackson, Jane Campion, Andrew Niccol, Niki Caro, Vincent Ward, Geoff Murphy, and Taika Waititi.

High-flying Kiwis are making a name for themselves in the global movie industry – coupling daredevil talent with a passion for action.

Hollywood leading man, Martin Henderson spends most of his time away from home but the Auckland-born New Zealander is still very much a Kiwi at heart.

Modern-day guardians of their art, Māori master carvers Clive Fugill and James Rickard have spent the past 40 years honing their skills at New Zealand's Te Puia – Māori Arts and Crafts Institute.

When American journalist Ron Laughlin first visited New Zealand in 1989, he found himself gasping for a decent cup of coffee and on a quest that would start a life-changing journey.

Sisters Liz Findlay and Margi Robertson are the inspiration behind two of New Zealand's most successful fashion labels - Zambesi (Findlay) and Nom*D (Roberston).

Margarita or Margi Robertson is one of New Zealand’s foremost fashion designers, and founder of leading label Nom*D. She lives in Dunedin, in New Zealand’s South Island.

Travellers enjoying Air New Zealand’s current in-flight safety videos are witnessing the impact of an art form popularised by a talented young Kiwi.