2026 Hot New Things: Laura-Jane Gooderson, Te Wānanga Aronui o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland University of Technology

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Lucia Ko, Victoria University of Wellington

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Page Hammond Hodge, Media Design School

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Sami Lewis, Yoobee School of Design

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Ned Iversen, Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington / University of Texas at Austin

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Nikita Bellew, Media Design School

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Ash McFarlane, Otago Polytechnic School of Design

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Yana Kulishenko, Toi Rauwhārangi Massey University

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Lola Crocker, YOOBEE

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Ruby Crossan, Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Shayla Kara, Otago Polytechnic

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Liam Bennett, Media Design School

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

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2026 Hot New Things: Bee Wilson, Victoria University of Wellington

Design Assembly profiles a selection of the top graduates from the best Art and Design Schools in Aotearoa New Zealand. We welcome these talented emerging professionals to our industry, learn […]

2 months ago by

2025 Hot New Things: Cat Parkinson, Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington

Cat Parkinson has graduated with a Bachelor of Design Innovation majoring in Fashion Design Technology and minoring in Industrial Design from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Find out more […]

6 months ago by

2025 Hot New Things: Hannah Kai Fong, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington

Today we speak with Hannah Kai Fong who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Design Innovation from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington. Find out more about undergraduate and postgraduate study […]

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2025 Hot New Things: Elisa Yiying Shen, University of Auckland

I was surrounded by voices telling me I needed to be successful, impactful, kind, and many other things that defined the ideal career path—such as becoming a scientist, doctor, lawyer, or even an astronaut. The pressure to meet these expectations made me try hard to fit into those roles, but deep down, no one really asked what I wanted to be.

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2025 Hot New Things: Makai Ingalls, University of Auckland

The University of Auckland’s multidisciplinary approach was exactly what I was looking for. It wasn’t just about learning the tools of the trade; it was about understanding the bigger picture—how design impacts people, businesses, and society. The lecturers were incredibly supportive, and the hands-on projects pushed me to experiment, take creative risks, and think critically about my work.

7 months ago by

2025 Hot New Things: Sioeli Paea, Unitec

Sioeli Paea managed to finish his degree without having access to his own computer due to financial strain! “It was pretty difficult not having the luxury of taking my work home with me after class or being able to work on stuff on my own time.”

7 months ago by

2025 Hot New Things: Hayden Middleton, Auckland University of Technology

Once I have my mind set on something, I intend to see it through, and getting into a graphic design course became a goal that really helped push me through the end of high school.

7 months ago by

2025 Hot New Things: Siena Thompson, University of Auckland

Siena Thompson recently graduated with a Bachelor’s in Design and Global Studies from the University of Auckland and is now leveraging her degree into a growing career in sustainability.

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2025 Hot New Things: Emma Stein, Toi Rauwhārangi College of Creative Arts, Massey University

Emma Stein recently graduated from Toi Rauwhārangi College of Creative Arts, Massey University. Find out more about tertiary study options across Aotearoa New Zealand on our Design Schools page.

8 months ago by

2025 Hot New Things: Lili Davies, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington

Aotearoa can be a very accepting country for LGBTQ+ individuals, especially regarding laws. However, after a few conversations with my queer friends and flatmates, I realised we all shared a common experience. With ABJECT, I wanted to start a conversation about how we can be more aware of our comments and actions.

1 year ago by

2025 Hot New Things: George Ballard, Whitecliffe College

George Ballard, Whitecliffe College graduate, has designed “No More Noodles” to enable everyone to pursue the joy of cooking with the resources they have.

1 year ago by

2025 Hot New Things: Jade Little, Victoria University of Wellington

I wanted to design products that showcased my roots in painting, and my passion for using my design practice to help animals.

1 year ago by

2025 Hot New Things: Joey Charles, Ara Institute of Canterbury

Today we speak with Joey Charles who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Design (Visual Communications) from Ara Institute of Canterbury.

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