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Innovation case studies

New Zealand’s innovation stories.

Wool is entering new, high growth categories — expanding its reach further than you’d think a fibre from a sheep’s back has any right to go. From carpets, textiles and clothing, to acoustics and bedding, to tennis balls and bags, to filtration, hygiene and personal care products.

Case study · Materials · October 24, 2026

Wool, but not as we know it

Woolsource is turning strong wool into a high-performance particle for new categories.

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Case study · Materials · October 16, 2026

Wise about wool

Wisewool is changing the way people think about wool — a super wool engineered in Tairāwhiti for bedding, furniture and apparel.

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