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Why Bremworth is returning to synthetic carpets after three years
Bremworth will make synthetic carpets again, reversing a 2020 decision.

A big day for Hawke’s Bay’s ‘Mr Wool’
Hawke's Bay wool industry leaders applaud new wool deal for Government buildings.

Wool in govt builds: Other sectors seek similar support
"Highly disappointed that this procurement policy hasn’t been extended to wood products."

Bremworth proposes laying off 47 staff amidst major restructure
“It was very quiet ... a lot of people were crying."

From sheep milk to wool pellets: Cozy Crops tackles wool waste
Wool holds moisture, improves soil structure and deters slugs and snails.

Can strong wool make a comeback? Lisa Portas says yes
“People love wool, but their wallets don’t get bigger because they love it."

Woodville celebrates sheep farming history with 'Woolville' weekend
Wool has played a significant role in Woodville's local economy and town life.

The Hawke’s Bay Gardens of Alfred Buxton
The 1950s wool boom meant farmers had plenty of money to spend on landscaping.

Liz Mitchell: where's there's wool, there's a way
Sustainable, regenerative and good for the economy – fashion designer Liz Mitchell talks about why we should be buying and using more wool. Video / Dean Purcell

Bremworth secures $104.2m insurance payout after cyclone damage
Insurers have paid $62 million; the remaining $42.2 million is pending.

'Fantastic step forward': Wool sector celebrates Kāinga Ora decision
Federated Farmers says the news is "a shot in the arm for the strong wool sector".

The Hawke’s Bay connection to every bounce at the Australian Open
NZ wool the secret ingredient in grand slam tennis balls.

How Noa Blankets Co warm you up with cultural storytelling
Josh Te Kani talks to Tom Raynel about Noa Blankets and how its Māori designs are made.

Return to growth: MPI sees big lift in exports in 2025
MPI expects to see a rebound in New Zealand's primary sector exports in 2025.

Editorial: Kāinga Ora decision to shun wool in state housing is baffling and must be reviewed
OPINION: Ignoring a Government directive, the move is another blow to NZ's wool sector.

‘Beyond disappointing’: Kāinga Ora rejects wool carpet
Disappointment as Kāinga Ora opts for synthetic over wool carpet.

Can wool make hot tubs sustainable?
Outdoor Gravity says the usual materials used to make spa pools are unsustainable.

Can a lamb be shorn every 37 seconds for nine hours?
The world solo 9hrs lambshearing record is 872 – now there's a challenger.

'A myth': Carpet moth problem overstated, wool companies say
Bremworth boss: 'I think [carpet moth] is made a little bit bigger than it really is.'

Feds mark 125 years of service to NZ farmers
Federated Farmers marks 125 of existence this week. 'No mean feat' - Wayne Langford.