A smiling boy wearing an orange Surface Active Iconic Kiwi t-shirt beside New Brighton Pier.

Kiwi T-shirt: Unique New Zealand Native Bird Design for Kids

May 19, 2024 / / No Comments

Our eye-catching kiwi design features a bold, two-colour roundel illustration on the front showcasing the most famous New Zealand native bird on a crew neck, mid-weight (185gsm) kids’ t-shirt. A playful mini kiwi icon graces the back for a touch of whimsy. This design pairs best with white, pastels, lights, and brights for maximum contrast. Can be customised with the large art printed on the back and the mini kiwi badge on the front left chest at no extra charge.

Shop Across our Stores

Shop for this flightless bird design across our Surface Active stores:

  • by ordering here to have it locally printed and DTF heat pressed right here in New Brighton.
  • Price: $30 plus shipping via Courier Post. Shipping starts at $8 (varies by quantity).
  • International customers will be charged the actual shipping cost based on the weight and the destination of their order.
  • As a guide a Large Surface Active 185 gsm t-shirt weighs 130–150 grams.

Or you can shop at either:

Front and back view of happy twin girls wearing red and blue Surface Active Kiwi t-shirts at a park.
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A black Surface Active t-shirt with illustration of a 1961 Ford MkII Zephyr re-imagined as NASA’s space shuttle being worn by a man in sunglasses at New Brighton beach, beside the Pier.

This Kiwi Space Shuttle tee is a triumph of Kiwi ingenuity. 

May 9, 2024 / / No Comments

For the Kiwi who dares to dream big, this Kiwi Space Shuttle tee is a must-have. This black Surface Active tee showcases the beloved Kiwi icon of a classic MkII Zephyr transformed into a NASA spaceship, manned by three Kiwis soaring through space, bound for a drive on the moon.

The clever design incorporates the rocket science of the black fabric of the shirt as deep space for a comfortable fit. The design is also available on garments for women and kids.

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