{"title":"Taiao Kakahu Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eTaiao Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cheader class=\"section-header text-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTiaki Taiao | Our commitment to the Environment\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"hr--small\"\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item large--four-fifths push--large--one-tenth\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rte rte--nomargin rte--indented-images\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKo au taku Taiao – \u003cem\u003eI am my environment\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe whānau (family) of Taiao are committed to making our kākahu (clothes) more sustainable in several ways. Not only are we designing kākahu that are Taiao friendly, but we are also looking at using recycled, biodegradable, and compostable courier bags along with better shipping methods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKākahu: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe currently provide kākahu that are made from recycled clothing materials; a large portion of that being polyester. In our venture to become more Taiao friendly, we have set a goal to have a large percentage of our kākahu made from Aotearoa wool and cotton in 2023. Research shows that these materials may not be as durable, but they are a lot more environmentally sustainable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe team at Taiao have specially made bags for our kākahu that are both biodegradable and compostable - which we believe is a huge step in the right direction. Our courier bags are also made from 80% recycled materials, with the goal of moving to 99% by 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWe have teamed up with several apparel outfits who share the same shipping containers with us, rather than using a single container for substantial orders. The vision is to eliminate unnecessary gas discharge and pollution during the freight process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Plea: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePlease be patient with us as we move towards providing you with a service that incorporates a holistic approach to caring for our Taiao.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"untitled-aug26_12-32-47","title":"Koti Mana (Short Sleeve)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear the strength and pride of Mana Māori Motuhake. The Koti Mana is more than a garment; it’s a commitment to carry the wairua of our tūpuna, the aspirations of our whānau, and the vision of positive communities forward. For a brighter future and the well-being of our tamariki, this koti represents the essence of unity, resilience, and the enduring mauri of our ahurea (culture).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cform method=\"post\" id=\"product-form-template--19266307621164__main\" class=\"shopify-product-form\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" action=\"https:\/\/basethermals.co.nz\/cart\/add\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind and water resistant oxford back and hood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLined with a micro fleece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable waterproof shoulder, wrist and rear panelling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHood with toggles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTino Rangatiratanga on right chest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaiao on left chest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMana Māori Motuhake on back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble domed chest pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/4 front zip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist pockets with zippers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"social-sharing \"\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https:\/\/www.mytaiao.co.nz\/products\/koti-mana-short-sleeve\" class=\"share-facebook\" title=\"Share on Facebook\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"icon icon-facebook\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cuzy T Apparel","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":47046567264455,"sku":null,"price":229.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":47046567297223,"sku":null,"price":229.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":47046567329991,"sku":null,"price":229.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL","offer_id":47046567362759,"sku":null,"price":229.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL","offer_id":47046567395527,"sku":null,"price":229.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1756\/0371\/files\/IMG-2725.png?v=1787704632"},{"product_id":"koti-mana-long-sleeve","title":"Koti Mana (Long Sleeve)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWear the strength and pride of Mana Māori Motuhake. 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For a brighter future and the well-being of our tamariki, this koti represents the essence of ngātahitanga, resilience, and the enduring mauri of our culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cform enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" class=\"shopify-product-form\" id=\"product-form-template--19266307621164__main\" method=\"post\" action=\"https:\/\/basethermals.co.nz\/cart\/add\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind and water resistant oxford back and hood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLined with a micro fleece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable waterproof shoulder, wrist and rear panelling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHood with toggles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003eVelcro\u003cspan\u003e wrist adjusters\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTino Rangatiratanga on right chest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaiao on left chest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMana Māori Motuhake on back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble domed chest pockets\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3\/4 front zip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-form__buttons\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist pockets with zippers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e","brand":"Cuzy T Apparel","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":47048845459655,"sku":null,"price":239.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":47048845492423,"sku":null,"price":239.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":47048845525191,"sku":null,"price":239.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2XL","offer_id":47048845557959,"sku":null,"price":239.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3XL","offer_id":47048845590727,"sku":null,"price":239.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4XL","offer_id":47048845623495,"sku":null,"price":239.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5XL","offer_id":47048845656263,"sku":null,"price":239.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1756\/0371\/files\/IMG-2749.png?v=1787743202"},{"product_id":"long-sleeve-pakeke-pounamu","title":"Long Sleeve - Pakeke Pounamu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e225gsm Long Sleeve with elastic cuffs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZipper on left chest pocket, 1\/4 zipper on front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTAIAO embroidered on chest pocket, TAIAO logo on back \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- our restock items will not have the embroidery on the back, as costs have increased for manufacturing which has resulted in the discontinuation of these. 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