Manawatu Knitting Mills

Native World Possum Blend half zip sweater.

Manawatu Native World is a supplier like no other.

This garment has a unique blend of 20%Possum / 70%Merino / 10%Nylon for a luxuriously warm and light garment with a high degree of robustness being anti-pill and resilient. Very versatile and light.

Manawatu knitting mills are the largest supplier of Possum garments in Australasia.

100% New Zealand made.

Manawatu Weekender Vee neck sweater.

Native World is a supplier of knitwear unlike any other. With its unique blends of Possum Fibre / Fine Merino Wool / Mulberry Silk. Their blends create a luxuriously soft and warm garment. They are very versatile and lightweight. The colours and designs are selected for ease of wear, style and comfort.

The weekender is a warm, durable, versatile jumper made from 60%Possum & wool / 15% Nylon and 25% Other.

Completely made in New Zealand. 

Native World Possum Blend Sport Vee Sweater. 

Manawatu (Native World) is a supplier of knitwear unlike any other. With its unique blends of 20% Possum Fibre / 70% Merino wool / 10% Mulberry Silk. Their blend creates a luxuriously soft and incredibly warm garment. These are incredibly versatile and lightweight. The colours and designs are selected for ease of wear, style and comfort.

Manawatu knitting mills are the largest supplier of Possum and Merino in Australasia, based in Palmerson North. Operating for over 135years, totally New Zealand made.

Note: This item is not stocked in Australia and can up to two weeks for delivery. 

 Manawatu Possum crew neck sweater.

 Native world is a supplier of knitwear unlike any other. With its unique blends of 20% Possum Fibre / 70% Superfine Merino / 10% Mulberry Silk. Their blend creates a luxuriously soft and incredibly warm garment. These are very versatile and light weight. The colours and designs are selected for ease of wear, style and comfort. 

Manawatu Knitting Mills are the largest supplier of Possum and Merino in Australasia based in Palmerson North, operating for over 135 years, totally New Zealand made. 

Note: This item is not stocked in Australia and may take up to two weeks for delivery.

Due to COVID-19 New Zealand supply may take longer than usual.

Manawatu Adventure Crew Neck Jumper.

Possum. Ah Possum ! Unique to New Zealand. 

One of the warmest natural fibres on the planet. Warmer than wool.

Extremely lightweight, non-pill, anti-static and luxurious to wear.

Versatile enough to relax into in the winter months, or on cool summer evenings.

Natural and exclusive to New Zealand.

Made from recycled Possum Fur and other fibres.

Soft, Warm and sustainable.

The Possum Merino Wrap is one of our favourites. Super Soft and in a beautiful weave it can be worn as a wrap or as a chunky scarf.

Product Details:

•  Warm, Soft and light weight.
•  Approx 2m long.
•  Material; 70%Merino / 20%Possum Fur / 10%Silk
•  Made completely in New Zealand.

This very feminine scarf is in a fine open weave stitch. It looks beautiful worn as a traditional scarf in Winter or wear it over camisole tops or short sleeved dresses in the warmer months. A timeless piece for all seasons.

Product details:

• Wear as a scarf or a wrap
• Soft, warm and light
• Composition; 70%Merino, 20%Possum wool, 10%Silk
• Dimensions; 50cm X 240cm
• Made in New Zealand

This attractive never ending scarf comes in a Mohair Possum blend to create a soft yet durable garment. It is a statement piece that will keep you warm through Winter and the cooler months.

Product Details;

• Warm yet light.
• Luxuriously soft.
• Low Pill and long wearing.
• Composition; 63%Merino / 14%Possum wool / 9%Nylon / 8%Kid Mohair / 6%Silk
• Sustainably made in New Zealand from local products.

Close fit, stylish /beanie with a jaunty turned up edge and side button.

Product Details:

• Soft, luxurious and stylish
• Materials; 70%Merino Wool / 20%Possum fibre / 10%Silk
• Compliments other products in the range.
• Made entirely in New Zealand from Natural Fibre.

This beautiful Possum Merino Beanie has a real fur pom-pom on top for a fun addition.

Can be worn with the hem turned up per our Silver photo or wear it high on the head as per our black beanie photo.

Product Details:

•  Real Fur Pom Pom
•  Super  soft and warm
•  Material; 70%Merino / 20%Possum Fur / 10%Silk
• Made entirely in New Zealand from natural materials. 

The Possum Merino Asymmetric Jacket in a timeless versatile piece that can can be worn in several different ways for different looks. It feels, looks and drapes beautifully as a reflection of the natural sustainable fibres from which it is made.

Styling Options:

1. Leave unbuttoned for a draped effect Jacket.
2.  Leave a couple of buttons undone to create a collar.
3. Wear fully buttoned to create a soft cowl. 

Product Details:

• Warm without weight.
• Low Pill and Long wearing.
• Luxuriously Soft.
• Materials; 70%Merino / 20%Possum Fibres / 10%Silk
• Sustainably sourced and made in New Zealand.

Elegant and stylish, the super sized travel wrap can be worn in many different ways. The ultimate travel accessory.

Product features:

• Luxurious blend of Possum and Merino wool.
• Soft and warm yet light.
• Low pill and long lasting
• Composition; 70%Super fine Merino / 20%Possum Fibre / 10%Silk
• Made from naturally sourced fibre in New Zealand.

You can't find a more fun and stylish pair of fingerless gloves, than from this Native World Possum / Merino / Silk collection. These great colours are sure to match in with any outfit, around town or in the office.

Product Details;

• Seamless, made using cutting edge technology.
• Warm, Soft yet light and comfortable to wear.
• Material; 70% superfine Merino / 20%Possum Fur / 10%Silk
• Made completely in New Zealand from natural fibre.

Native World Possum Blend Basketweave Half Zip Jumper.

Manawatu Native World is a supplier unlike any other

This garment has a unique blend of 20%Possum / 70%Merino / 10%Mullberry Silk. This blend creates a luxuriously soft and incredibly warm garment. It is very versatile and lightweight.

Manawatu Knitting mills are the largest supplier of Possum / Merino knits in Australasia.

Totally New Zealand made.

Manawatu Possum Alpine Crew Neck Sweater.

Made from Possum fur / Merino wool and Silk you will not believe how luxuriously soft a jumper can be until you feel this one.

Possum is one of the warmest natural fibres on the planet. It is 55% warmer than Merino wool and 35% warmer than Cashmere.

Extremely lightweight, low-pill, anti-static and long wearing.

Natural and exclusive to New Zealand

Made from 20%Possum / 70%Merino / 10%Silk 

Manawatu Native World Crew Neck Jumper.

Possum knitwear, unique to New Zealand. One of the warmest natural fibres on the planet, warmer than wool.

Extremely lightweight, non-pill, anti-static and luxurious to wear - versatile enough to relax into the coming Winter months or on cooler Summer months.

This attractive patterned crew neck jumper is made from 60%Possum & Wool / 15%Nylon & 25%Other fibres.

Completely made in New Zealand.

From Native World Possum Merino Multi Stripe Scarf.

Product Details:

• Composition: 20% Possum / 70% Merino / 10% Silk
• Dimensions: Approx 63" X 7.5"
• Made completely in New Zealand in the Manawatu Knitting Mills 

Plain Possum Marino Scarf by Native World.

Product Details:

•  Composition; 30% Possum / 60% Merino / 10% Nylon
•  Dimensions; 68.5" X 7.25"
•  Made entirely in New Zealand in the Manawatu Knitting Mills