Mount Maunganui beach at sunset

About Us

Native Possum is a fully Māori-owned possum merino retailer based in Papamoa Beach, Tauranga, stocking knitwear from Aotearoa's finest makers. We work directly with New Zealand's leading possum merino brands, hand-select every piece, and put the same care into the site that carries them. Indigenous luxury, one thoughtful piece at a time.

Our Story

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Native New Zealand forest

Warmth with Purpose

Kaitiakitanga in action

Every purchase supports Aotearoa's native ecosystem. The possum fur in our garments comes from trappers and hunters working alongside conservation efforts—creating natural warmth whilst protecting our unique biodiversity.

Our Impact