03-11-2026 - Newsletter #317 - 10 Years!

Yes, indeed! It has now been 10 years since I introduced the Mini-Kiwiland Hobby Shop!
The Hobby Shop was originally intended to be part of a "Miniature New Zealand" tourist attraction, alongside a souvenir shop and a café. This project was put on hold during the pandemic, and all the investors withdrew. Given the current state of the economy in New Zealand, there is still no sign of investors returning.
Consequently, during the pandemic, I decided to focus more on the hobby shop—a move that proved successful.
In 2023, this nearly came to an end when I was illegally evicted from my previous premises. My current location was the only solution, even if it wasn't ideal. Following a difficult year in 2024, revenue has grown steadily—to the point where I am now in a position to move to a new location. I haven't found one just yet, but that will be my primary focus in the coming year.

Unfortunately, I don't have the time to run an extensive anniversary campaign. Instead, I will be offering a series of special deals over the next few weeks.
This newsletter already features a number of brands with special offers.

Many thanks for all your support!

Robert

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29-10-2026 - Newsletter #316

Shipments have arrived from Noch (scenery), as well as kits from Eduard Kits, ICM, MiniArt, and Tamiya.

Warhammer Tone Pro paints have also arrived and are currently on sale at a 15% discount.

I still need to add new stock from Master Box, Special Hobby, Clear Prop Models and Aoshima to the website. I hope to be able to do this over the weekend.

Robert

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20-10-2026 - Newsletter #315

A large amount of stock has been added to the website over the last few days. Click here for an overview.

This includes many more Oxford diecast models, as well as IXO trucks and models from the 'American Car Collection'.

New model kit stock has arrived from Roden, Big Plane Kits, Kinetic Model, and Hobby 2000.

Over 90 Humbrol paints (enamel & acrylic) have also arrived. Moving forward, Humbrol stock will arrive every two months instead of every six months; I have switched suppliers.

Expect more new stock in the coming days!

Robert

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15-10-2026 - Newsletter #314

The delayed Oxford Diecast shipment has finally arrived, though not everything is listed on the website yet; this will be completed over the weekend.
You can already place orders and add items to them later. All Oxford orders will be dispatched after the weekend.

Following the many positive responses to brands like NuNu and Meng, I will be delving further into Chinese model kits. Great Wall Hobby and Kitty Hawk are the next brands set to arrive. If you have recommendations or requests, please let me know.

A small shipment of Mr. Hobby products has also arrived. A larger shipment, which includes a full display rack for the Mr. Color (lacquer) range, is expected in December.

The Mini-Kiwiland Shop will also be stocking the entire range—complete with a display rack—of the new paint line of Warhammer: Tone Pro.

Next week, I expect to receive stock from brands such as AK Interactive, Eduard, ICM, Clear Prop Models, Master Box, Roden, and Special Hobby.

Robert

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08-10-2026 - Newsletter #313

The delayed Oxford Diecast shipment has arrived in New Zealand and is expected in Paraparaumu next week.

Remaining stock from the previous AMMO by Mig Jimenez paint range is now on sale: 25% off more than 80 colours!
While stocks last.

The first 12 Tamiya Lacquer Paints have been added to the website. Some are already available; more will follow.

The first Trench Crusade wargaming sets have also arrived.

NuNu Kits is a new brand for the Mini-Kiwiland Shop. NuNu plastic scale model kits are produced by a company based in Macau, China, specializing primarily in 1/24 and 1/20 scale race cars, GT cars, and 1980s rally/Group B vehicles.

Robert

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01-10-2026 - Newsletter #312

The automatic shipping cost calculation on the website has been improved. The system can now calculate shipping for a combination of multiple products that fit into a $7.50 NZ Post bag; previously, this feature only applied to single-product shipments.
Note: This works only when the dimensions of all products in the shopping cart are entered in the database.
A $7.50 NZ Post bag holds approximately 20 standard paint bottles (e.g., Vallejo, ATOM, Army Painter).
Additional charges apply for rural delivery.
This means you will less frequently need to wait for a separate email regarding shipping costs and payment instructions.

The above does not apply to the Wellington Region or Palmerston North (City), as a flat rate of $6.50 applies there. You will always receive the total amount, including shipping costs, immediately upon placing an order.

Further work is required to ensure shipping costs are always displayed instantly. This is also necessary to facilitate immediate processing for a future electronic payment system on the website.

Robert

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