Hutt Valley Businesses Leading the Sustainable Way

Assorted products on display at The Dowse gift shop.
From the pristine coastlines of Lower Hutt to the rugged nature walks in Upper Hutt, the Hutt Valley is full of scenic wonders - and plenty of homegrown, sustainable businesses.

Stackhouse Knives

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Sparks fly, hammers ring out, and raw steel slowly takes shape under steady hands at Stackhouse Knives, a working studio where craftsmanship is celebrated and shared.

Lucky's Tattoo Museum

Tattoo designs line the walls at Lucky's Tattoo Museum.
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An indelible part of Wellingtonian culture, tattoos can be seen emblazoned on countless arms and legs across the city, each with its own unique story to tell.

The Dowse

Cups and vases on display in a gallery gift shop.
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With more than 3,500 items in their collection, The Dowse breaks free from the norms of the day with their focus on contemporary art and New Zealand studio craft.

Whirinaki Whare Taonga

The large imposing exterior of Whirinaki Whare Taonga in Upper Hutt.
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Whether it’s dinosaurs or the Mona Lisa, this arts centre simply refuses to do boring.