The Blue Pearl Journal

Growing Up in the Heart of Marlborough Sounds History

Growing Up in the Heart of Marlborough Sounds History

Whaling Station Opening 2010 Toni Halliday (née Cormack) sat down with interviewer Loreen Brehaut in January 2006 to share a vivid oral history of life...

Hayley Vanderhulst
The Only Pāua Pearl Farm Tour in New Zealand

The Only Pāua Pearl Farm Tour in New Zealand

  Nestled deep within the Marlborough Sounds, surrounded by calm turquoise waters and lush native bush, lies a place where ocean and artistry meet,  Arapawa...

Antonia Radon
Arapawa's Commitment to Marine Conservation and Sustainable Pearl Farming

Arapawa's Commitment to Marine Conservation and Sustainable Pearl Farming

  Ocean Stewards: Arapawa's Commitment to Marine Conservation and Sustainable Pearl Farming Most people see pearls as objects of beauty. At Arapawa Blue Pearls, we...

Hayley Vanderhulst
The Ultimate Guide to Mabe Paua Pearl Shapes: Oval, Round, and Teardrop Designs from New Zealand

The Ultimate Guide to Mabe Paua Pearl Shapes: Oval, Round, and Teardrop Designs from New Zealand

  You're holding an Arapawa Blue Pearl, and it's like holding a tiny miracle that took four years to perfect its act. That's longer than...

Hayley Vanderhulst
The Untold Story of New Zealand Paua

The Untold Story of New Zealand Paua

  When you think of New Zealand's natural wonders, your mind might drift to the All Blacks' legendary haka, snow-capped Southern Alps, or pristine fjords....

Hayley Vanderhulst
Leading from the Ocean: Jacob represents our Paua farm at Aquaculture NZ’s Evolving Leaders Hui

Leading from the Ocean: Jacob represents our Paua farm at Aquaculture NZ’s Evolving Leaders Hui

  Strong leadership in Aquaculture is vital to the future of New Zealand’s Blue Economy. That’s why we’re incredibly proud to share that this month Jacob...

Talei Sinclair
Seasonal Shores: Childhood at the Perano Whaling Station

Seasonal Shores: Childhood at the Perano Whaling Station

In 2007, Lorna Wratt (née Gardiner) sat down with interviewer Loreen Brehaut to reflect on her to reflect on her unique childhood, a seasonal life...

Hayley Vanderhulst
The 8-Year Glow Up: How Pearls Have More Patience Than People

The 8-Year Glow Up: How Pearls Have More Patience Than People

In a world where we expect same-day delivery, binge-watch entire seasons in a weekend, and lose our minds if a webpage takes more than three...

Hayley Vanderhulst
A Unique Slice of Marlborough Whaling History

A Unique Slice of Marlborough Whaling History

The Marlborough Sounds - Toni Cormack Slides  In a quiet home in Renwick, Kenneth Robert Gardiner shared a vivid recollection of his childhood with interviewer...

Hayley Vanderhulst
Going on a Holiday: How Two Workaholics Finally Discovered Vacation

Going on a Holiday: How Two Workaholics Finally Discovered Vacation

When Pearl Farmers Take Their First Real Break in 18 Years (Plot Twist: It's Still All About Pearls) Their last holiday was in 2007 So...

Hayley Vanderhulst
Are paua endangered? Why They Need Our Help Now

Are paua endangered? Why They Need Our Help Now

Standing on the rocky shores of New Zealand's coastline at low tide, the retreating water reveals nature's hidden treasures scattered across the dark rocks. A...

Antonia Radon
Gold Pearl Necklace: The Ultimate Guide to New Zealand's Rare Abalone Treasures

Gold Pearl Necklace: The Ultimate Guide to New Zealand's Rare Abalone Treasures

At Arapawa Blue Pearls, we've spent years perfecting the art of turning ocean treasures into jewellery that makes people stop mid-conversation. There's something profoundly satisfying...

Hayley Vanderhulst
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