Journal

A space for progress, not perfection. Our Journal brings together stories of sustainability, ethics, and the people driving change. From thoughtful conversations to community-led action, we explore what it means to live and create with purpose. It’s not just about what we wear—it’s about how we live, who we support, and the impact we make along the way.

What circularity looks like in practice at Untouched World

What circularity looks like in practice at Untouched World

From zero waste kids designs to our ‘Rubbish Socks’, we put circularity into practice at every turn.

How we tackled the polybag conundrum with POLLAST!C

How we tackled the polybag conundrum with POLLAST!C

Polybags are necessary to protect our garments during transit, but they’re also a source of waste, so we knew we needed to find a better solution.

Joyya: Our partners in Kolkata for Project U

Joyya: Our partners in Kolkata for Project U

Joyya’s ethical manufacturing is at the heart of Project U, lifting marginalised women into a better life and supporting the Untouched World Foundation.

Breaking down our goals for 2024

Breaking down our goals for 2024

The topic of yearly goals is generally confined to the new year period but to continue to make progress – especially as a business founded on doing good in the world - it’s important to reference them often.

Investing in the next generation of leaders for a sustainable future

Investing in the next generation of leaders for a sustainable future

For 23 years we’ve been supporting young people to become change-makers.

Untouched World Kitchen: A celebration of seasonal, local ingredients

Untouched World Kitchen: A celebration of seasonal, local ingredients

A Christchurch destination for our team and community to enjoy nourishing, sustainable cuisine.

True Craftsmanship: A look behind the door of our workrooms

True Craftsmanship: A look behind the door of our workrooms

94% of our clothes are made locally, many right here onsite at our Christchurch head office, and that’s something we love to shout about.

Fact vs Fiction: Debunking common myths about wool

Fact vs Fiction: Debunking common myths about wool

Getting to the bottom of what’s true and what’s not.

Glenthorne Station: The ecological haven where we source our merino

Glenthorne Station: The ecological haven where we source our merino

We source over 90% of our Merino from the ZQRX accredited farm, just 110 km from our workrooms.

Wool and Knitwear in New Zealand: A Brief History

Wool and Knitwear in New Zealand: A Brief History

Discover why New Zealand has such a rich wool history.

10 Reasons to Wear Merino Wool

10 Reasons to Wear Merino Wool

Merino is luxurious the fibre that keeps on giving.

A Week Of Celebration

A Week Of Celebration

To celebrate the launch of our refurbished Christchurch flagship store - we held two exciting events.