Recent stamp issues New Zealand Bear Hunt
During the COVID-19 lockdown, New Zealand families were entertained and delighted by the phenomenon of the bear hunt. Through the simple act of putting teddy bears in the windows of their homes or other creative locations, New Zealanders were able to participate in creating a magical experience during a stressful time.
This sheet of six stamps included a $3 donation to New Zealand Red Cross, raising over $18,000. Date of issue: 20 May 2020 Designer: Cam Price, New Zealand Post, Wellington, New Zealand Printer: Collectables and Solutions Centre, New Zealand Post, Whanganui, New Zealand Withdrawal date: 19 May 2021
Ngā Hau e Whā - The Four Winds
This year, in celebration of Matariki, we highlighted stories associated with Ngā Hau e Whā or the Four Winds. The four winds are Te Hau Rāwhiti (the easterly), Te Hau-ā-uru (the westerly), Te Hau Tonga (the southerly) and Te Hau Raki (the northerly). Hau can mean air, breath or aura, but it is best known as wind. Date of issue: 3 June 2020 Designer: Dave Burke, Tauranga, New Zealand Printer: Southern Colour Print by offset lithography Withdrawal date: 2 June 2021
Kiwi Cakes & Bakes Treats like afghans, custard squares and pavlova are all familiar to New Zealanders. The stamps in this issue present some local and regional favourites, some recipes from abroad, and others that were locally invented. Wherever their origins, the best recipes can be the ones passed down the generations or from friend to friend. This issue celebrates classic baked treats - favourites found in the little local cake shop or lovingly made at home. Each stamp features a different item, presented as a work of art in the bakery window. Date of issue: 1 July 2020 Designer: Graeme Mowday, Wellington, New Zealand Printer: Southern Colour Print by offset lithography Withdrawal date: 30 June 2021
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