The following are all the best feature articles and key news posting of the 2005 year. The goal of the SWNZ website, as well as being to bring you regular Star Wars news and stories, is to establish and evolve an archive of all things pertaining to that Galaxy far, far away, that have particular relevance to the various incarnations of Star Wars fandom in New Zealand. This page is a portal to such content...
Matt G
I find my lack of space disturbing.
I am not sure this is the largest collection of Vaders in captivity, but it should be in the top ten. It is a shining example of how far one can go with someone before admitting one has a problem. Many of the items were sourced locally but some were gathered from the US on visits over there.
This is most, but not all (sadly), of my Vader collection. The full collection includes... ...MORE
Robbie the Robot
We've previously heaped praise on Kotobukiya product (Stormtrooper review). Since their earlier work, their line of approximately 12-inch scale characters has grown significantly in number, achieving, along the way, a level of consistently high quality. Amongst the best-selling favourites are a gamut of armoured Imperial/Republic characters - today we take a quick look at the StarWarsShop.com exclusive episode 3 Shocktrooper. This figure was released in limited numbers: 1000 through Toys-R-Us stores in Japan only, and 1000 through the official Star Wars shop.
I'm compelled to describe the Shocktrooper as Kotobukiya's best figure yet - it uses the same moulds as the blue-detailed EP3 501st clonetrooper, but is particularly striking in the blood red livery of Palpatine's personal shock-troops. I do note, however, that Koto have announced and shown a highly detailed and accurate original trilogy Snowtrooper, and a stunning rendition of Episode 3's Commander Bly, both due next year - the competition for the title of 'best figure' is going to be hotly contested!
Although one could argue that some earlier Koto Imperial statues were presented in a slightly more interpretative style... the more recent pieces are all about faithful accuracy, and, consequently, the armour and helmet of the shocktrooper are spot on... ...MORE
Matt G
The Confection Concepts Postacards (ESB) article in the NZ Collection section sees further updates with images of packaging and advertising material... ...MORE
Matt G
The Confection Concepts Postacards (ESB) article in the NZ Collection section has been updated with an image of a very rare and desirable item (sourced thanks to Sean F) - an uncut sheet of a full set of these collectible cards. It is numbered 299 of 300, and the flipside displays the Drew Struzan ESB poster in its uncut splendour... ...MORE
Matt G
The Toy and Collectables Fair is an event run by a group of local movie enthusiasts and toy collectors. It is an annual event aimed at people of all ages where they can buy sell or trade anything from movie memorabilia, trading cards, and comics to toys, action figures die cast cars dolls and all sorts of other collectables. This year, it took place on Saturday 5th November, at the Phillipstown School Hall.
Proceeds were donated to Canteen in support of young people with Cancer. This is their second year in aid of Canteen. For more information visit www.canteen.org.nz.
The following report was submitted by Nick TePaa:
Once again, another successful Swap Meet, with hundreds of people through the door. It was a little different to previous years in that... ...MORE
Matt G
Competition 19 is sponsored fully by www.AriseSirToy.co.nz. Two prize packages include a battery-operated 'Revenge of the Sith' AT-RT, featuring 'Real walking action' plus a driver figure to sit in the vehicle, and a pair of 'Revenge of the Sith' action figures: Lightsaber Attack Darth Vader (figure 11) and Republic Senator Mon Mothma (figure 24).
As well as New Zealand's most comprehensive range of Star Wars product, AriseSirToy has many hundreds of other movie, television and pop culture collectibles in their ever-growing range. Competition entry involved nomination of three categories of toys that AriseSirToy currently sells - you can check these out now by visiting the www.AriseSirToy.co.nz website (the action figure collector's home in New Zealand) and use their left-hand "Product Categories" menu to browse the selection.
From the correct entries, the randomly drawn winners are... ...MORE
Matt G
Armageddon Auckland, over the 2005 Labour weekend, featured all the usual comic, toy and electronic gadget stalls - interesting highlights included high-end 'Kong' collectibles from Weta, cheap posters galore, and plenty of bargains such as Star Wars t-shirts for $3 each.
Star Wars fandom was in full effect with the Outpost-42 Death Star set in place as a backdrop for photographs with costumed 501st members. At their peak, the Outpost-42 stand hosted 11 members in armour or costume - Darth Maul, Boba Fett, a Jawa, a Biker Scout, an Imperial Officer, Stormtroopers and Sandtroopers delighted attendees of all ages and backgrounds, and, in wandering around the convention, became the subject of literally thousands of photos... ...MORE
Matt G
Auckland wasn't the only city that saw an Imperial presence over the weekend. Christchurch felt the pulse of the Imperial March as Outpost-42 members and friends helped out at the local Toyworld '20-percent-off Sale'. ...MORE
Matt G/Nick T
Coming shortly...lots of Armageddon photos, and some reports/stories. In the meantime, here is a selection of Star Wars and other cool photos. To see more, check out this thread on the Outpost-42 forums.
Related article: 18 Apr 2005 Armageddon Wellington, Day 2
Related article: 24 Sep 2003 Armageddon photos and final report
Death Star lighting supplied by
Marexim Lighting and Electrical Technologies.
Matt G
In addition to Jay Laga'aia's guest appearances at the Armageddon convention in Auckland this weekend, a large group of Imperials will be appearing on a Death Star set for photographs, courtesy of the New Zealand 501st contingent, Outpost-42. They can be found on the top level of the Aotea Centre, opposite the Whitcoulls stand.
Full convention details at the Armageddon website.
Related article: 18 Apr 2005 Armageddon Wellington, Day 2
Related article: 24 Sep 2003 Armageddon photos and final report
Matt G
Last week, members and friends of the 501st Legion in Christchurch worked alongside CANTEEN staff and volunteers to help raise donations during their 'Bandanana Week Appeal'. Nick TePaa has sent in these photos of a couple of the crew in action. ...MORE
Matt G
Thanks to an apparent return of some new Star Wars-branded Uncle Tobys product to supermarket shelves, and a couple of submitted photos from Nick T, the Kelloggs 'Revenge of the Sith' Promotions article, in the New Zealand Collection section, has been updated with more images of collectable cards. ...MORE
Matt G
Nick sends in these photos of a recent Star Wars-themed birthday party he attended with other Outpost-42 members: Here are some photos of my nephew's 7th birthday party. Jordan had just discovered what Star Wars is, and was blown away. Everything he talks about now is Star Wars and Darth Vader. Members from the 501st were there to share in the moment and each one gave him a present of, what else...Star Wars figures. Thanks to Dan, Cen, Paul and Antony for their help.
Nick T
The Armageddon website has just confirmed that Jay Laga'aia (Captain Typho) will be attending the convention, which takes place at the Aotea Centre over Labour weekend (calendar). Jay is a big Star Wars fan himself, and is a great addition to their line-up of guests.
Related article: 18 Apr 2005 Armageddon Wellington, Day 2
Related article: 24 Sep 2003 Armageddon photos and final report
Matt G (with thanks to Pera T)
Thanks to a submission from Sean Fenwick, the Kelloggs 'Revenge of the Sith' Promotions article, in the New Zealand Collection section, has been completed with the addition of the elusive Corn Flakes Honey LCMs box... ...MORE
Matt G
See Steve Burgess' vintage Star Wars collection at Highwic House, 40 Gillies Ave, Newmarket, from 4th Sept 2005 (Fathers Day) until 7th October 2005 (after the school holidays). Hours: Wed - Sun 10.30am - 12.00 and 1.00 - 4.30pm. Normal adult entry fee, children free with an adult.
We had a mixture of visitors on opening day (Father's day): the occasional collector, but mainly families who enjoyed the whole experience including croquet and stilts on the lawns.
Anybody who had not been to the house before seemed keen to look around at the antiques etc as well as the toys. ...MORE
Steve B
As a combined celebration of the Star Wars New Zealand website's 2nd birthday, and the 1st birthday of SWNZ sponsor Reel Collectibles' online store, competition number 18 features a fantastic Kotobukiya Obi-Wan Kenobi statue as its prize. This brilliant 1/7th scale figure, which stands 13 inches tall, is supplied by Reel Collectibles (click here to see the rest of their Star Wars range) and carries the Kotobukiya reputation for fine and detailed craftsmanship with it. Kotobukiya figures set a new standard for the vinyl category - packaged in a giant color window-box, with detailed, scenic bases and snap-together parts for easy assembly, the pre-painted kits will sure be the centerpiece for any Star Wars collection.
Competition entry involved some simple Star Wars trivia, and a perusal of the Reel Collectibles website. From the correct entries, the randomly drawn winner is... ...MORE
Matt G
The Miscellaneous Competitions (1999-2001) topic of the NZ Miscellanea section has been updated (thanks to Cen Chan) with images of 3 posters from Raro, advertising the television screening of the 4 Star Wars movies available at that time... ...MORE
Matt G
A few weeks back, a certain stormtrooper made a brief appearance on the Shortland Street emergency department set, to record a skit for the New Zealand Screen Awards. More recently, a slightly shortened version screened on TV1's 'Front Seat' programme. Click here to read more on the Outpost-42 forums.
Matt G/TK-0944
The New Zealand Herald recently talked with Rena Owen (who played Taun We in 'Attack of the Clones' and Nee Alavar in 'Revenge of the Sith') about her latest film project - a movie script for Heretaunga Pat Baker's 1975 work 'Behind the Tattooed Face'. Click here to read the full article.
Matt G
See Steve Burgess' vintage Star Wars collection at Highwic House, 40
Gillies Ave, Newmarket, from 4th Sept (Fathers Day) until 7th October (after the
school holidays). Hours: Wed - Sun 10.30am - 12.00 and 1.00 - 4.30pm. Normal adult entry fee, children free with an adult.
Star Wars display a 'tour de Force'.
Movie magic will combine with heritage toys in a one-off display at Highwic, the Historic Places Trust property in Epsom, on September 4th.
A vintage collection of Star Wars action figures dating back to the original 1977 movie, and including characters from subsequent Star Wars movies, will be on display for a special exhibition. ...MORE
Matt G
Tune in to Prime TV tomorrow night at 8:30pm for a wall-to-wall Star Wars episode of 'The Tem Show'. The line-up for the evening is extensive. A Star Wars celebrity himself, of course, Temuera Morrison will be interviewing most of the other New Zealand Star Wars actors: Rena Owen, Jay Laga'aia, and Bodie Taylor (Keisha Castle-Hughes was interviewed in last week's installment). We'll also see interviews with George Lucas and Rick McCallum, recorded a few months back at Skywalker Ranch, and footage from the Celebration 3 convention and 'Revenge of the Sith'.
And filling out the whole scene, I joined a group of other 501st members in costume as extras for the event. That's where these exclusive, behind-the-scenes photos come from... ...MORE
Matt G
Celebration 3 (21 April-24 April) was a convention of many attractions. Shopping, costuming, the Lucasfilm Archive display, presentations by George Lucas, the R2-Builders' display, to name a few...and, of course, an opportunity to meet, talk to, and get autographs from a wide array of Star Wars celebrities. With over 40 actors making themselves available, this was the best opportunity ever for Star Wars autograph hunters to add to their collection - and, as well as the pre-announced guests, a couple of surprise opportunities widened the pool further.
It was mildly ironic that I'd travelled all the way from New Zealand to Indianapolis, yet this occasion was the most efficient to date for meeting kiwi Star Wars actors. I went out of my way to meet them all... ...MORE
Matt G
As a follow-up to the other news items describing Star Wars creator George Lucas's South Island sojourn, Reel Collectibles owners Hugh and Sarah have sent in this exclusive photo they were lucky enough to get of George with Sarah, in Queenstown.
Matt G
Do not distribute or use images from the SWNZ website without permission.
The above image is used on the sole premise that it is shown on this not-for-profit, fan-run website only.
Click here to read the New Zealand Herald's version of this story. "The silver-haired director of Star Wars shopped with his family in the resort yesterday afternoon. Some shop staff were amazed once they realised they had served the star while others said he seemed to enjoy being able to go about his business without being recognised or interrupted".
Matt G
Interesting tidbit on Stuff.co.nz - George Lucas is currently (as of yesterday) holidaying in Queenstown, having flown in using Peter Jackson's private jet. The article is a bit shaky on GL's directing credits - click here to read it in its entirity.
Boba Feta
I just received the latest batch of Hasbro clonetrooper figures and variants from AriseSirToy.co.nz (see news posting from 2 days ago) - these figures are so freakin' cool, I've gotta share these pics! Not much of a detailed or verbose review, I know, but I'll let the pictures do the talking.
Related Article: Grievous' wheelbike review
Related Article: Hasbro ARC-170 review
Matt G
Kotobukiya is well-known for their line of vinyl Star Wars statues, but it is hard to appreciate them without having seen them up close. There are currently 19 figures in the range, covering all six movies. I recently received the Stormtrooper figure, and after putting it together, I know why these are highly regarded collectibles.
Each figure comes as a pre-painted vinyl model kit, which sounds complicated, but they fit together much like the Hasbro 'Unleashed' figures. The stormtrooper figure came in 8 pieces... ...MORE
Anaria
In Christchurch (and hopefully other centres soon) if you buy 4 packets of Kelloggs Star Wars muesli bars at once and ask at the checkout, you get 2 plastic cookie jars free!
Related article: Kelloggs 'Revenge of the Sith' promotion
Nick T
Thanks to Stephen Williams, this is an update to the Telecom Episode 1 phone card article, in the New Zealand Collection section: In addition to the standalone prepaid calling cards, Telecom also capitalised on their Episode 1 license but issuing, in 1999, 3 mobile phone packs that each included a mobile phone, a $50 prepaid phone card, and a copy of 'The Phantom Menace' soundtrack. The bundles were packaged in boxes with images of Star Wars characters on the front and rear, and included either a Nokia 252, a Nokia 918 or a Motorola Profile phone. ...MORE
Matt G
The Republic ARC-170 from Hasbro is a big piece of plastic. A big, impressive piece. With a wingspan on par with the Imperial Shuttle from the same line, you'll need to make some serious space in your collection to display this versatile fighter/bomber. Fortunately, it sits level, and looks good in a desktop display, but spectacularly recreates a movie scene when hung from the ceiling.
The ARC-170 comes packed with action features, should that be your thing, but alas, is not equipped with light or sound. A handle pops out of a hidden compartment, at the vehicle's centre of gravity, and includes a trigger that open the bomb bay doors to drop munitions on the Separatist scum. S-foils can be adjusted into attack position, and the rear gun emplacement rotates in 2 axes. 2 separate cockpits accomodate 3 figures ...should you manage to find 3 of the rare Temuera Morrison-as-ARC-pilot figures, and a droid socket will take any astromech figure on board (albeit a little loosely)... ...MORE
Matt G
Star Wars New Zealand welcomes a new sponsor on board: A bit about Reel Collectibles...
Reel Collectibles was formed in early 2004 by myself, Hugh Clark, and my partner Sarah Dobson. I had worked in Queenstown in the tourism industry for 10 years and finally saw a chance to start a business that fit in with my passion, Movies. With Sarah still employed in tourism, that means I am the sole operator of the business, meaning my personal attention to every enquiry. You email Reel Collectibles, you get me, nobody else! We have a store in Arrowtown (near Queenstown) located within a boutique cinema to display most of our range and sell online through our website, www.ReelCollectibles.co.nz.
As well as the Star Wars products we sell, we have a wide range of collectibles including Terminator, LOTR, Simpsons, Dr Who, and Red Dwarf, just to name a few. Reel Collectibles' main focus is on Collectibles or Collectors items from Movies and TV, however... ...MORE
Hugh Clark
The second wave of Uncle Tobys 'Revenge of the Sith products, Fruit Roll-ups, are showing up in supermarket shelves. As well as continuing the competition started with their muesli bar products, the Roll-ups packaging involves a set of 24 collectible character cards... ...MORE
Matt G
The Kellogg company has a longstanding, international relationship with the Star Wars genre. In New Zealand, this dates back to their 'Return of the Jedi' promotional stickers and competition. In 2005, associated with the release of Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith, the Kellogg's Star Wars branded product and included collectibles are so numerous, it pays to take a systematic approach in order to get a comprehensive overview. 9 different cereal packages were released... ...MORE
Matt G
Today's New Zealand Herald reports on George Lucas receiving an American Film Institute's life-achievement award: "One of Hollywood's highest honours, the award came as Lucas was bidding goodbye to his six-film sci-fi epic about the Skywalker clan, with the final chapter cruising to a US$400 million-plus ($568.02 million) domestic haul".
Click here to read the full article.
Matt G
Burger King's EP3 promotion is well under way, so you'll need to get in quick if you want to acquire a full set of 6 collectible toys. Read on for full details: to celebrate, and capitalise on, the release of Star Wars Episode 3, 'Revenge of the Sith', Burger King undertook an international promotional campaign across its chain of fast food restaurants. Curiously, with one exception, the collectible toys offered as a part of this promotion differ between the USA and the rest of the world. New Zealand Burger King outlets offered the set of six Star Wars collectibles (with Kid's meals, or available for purchase individualy, from 17 May 2005) that were also available in Australia and many European countries. Each toy features a completely different gimmick, and there is no correlation between the scale of the items... ...MORE
Matt G
On May 22nd, the Napier skate park 'SK8 Zone' hosted a Star Wars-themed event, 'Xtreme Wars'. Skate Park owner Pat McIvor has sent in these photos of the event - a little rain wasn't enough to put off the many keen attendees, including Darth Vader, who elected to refrain from showing off his skating skills.
Matt G
For the Saturday sessions of the first weekend, a number of 501st members and Jedi made well-received appearances at the Hoyts cinemas, Wairau Park, Auckland.
If you have stories and/or photos from your local cinema's midnight screening, send them in to be posted here! ...MORE
Anaria
It's not unusual to leave a movie theatre feeling like you want more. That feeling is considerably more pronounced after having waited 27 years to see the last of six movies.
Having read the novelisations of episodes four through six, which each felt like they added about three paragraphs of insight to the movie content, I was a little sceptical about reading the book of the film for 'Revenge of the Sith'. Within a couple of pages, my scepticism was starting to fade.
One thing that I felt was insufficiently explained in the movie was the change in the relationship between Anakin and both Padme and Obi-Wan, respectively, and the whole slide of Anakin to the Dark Side. Considerably more depth is given to this in the book, as you would expect. This makes the change appreciably more credible, which Anakin really deserved (whether you agree with his decision processes or not, it helps if you can at least relate to his motives). ...MORE
Robbie the Robot
Final draw! In conjunction with the New Zealand release of the Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith soundtrack (read the press release, for full, exciting details, here), SonyBMG New Zealand have supplied a number of the soundtrack CD/DVD combinations, to give away to keen Star Wars fans. It features a new score by five-time Oscar winner John Williams, who is also the composer and conductor of the score for each film in the six-chapter Star Wars saga, and an exclusive collector�s DVD - Star Wars: A Musical Journey - as an unprecedented bonus!
This week's random winners are... ...MORE
Matt G
Some more photos of the Star Wars Episode 3 premiere (Thursday 19th May) at the Hoyts cinemas, Riccarton, Christchurch (sent in by Cen Chan).
If you have stories and/or photos from your local cinema's midnight screening, send them in to be posted here! ...MORE
Nick T
In the Local Manufacturers section, the feature article on Bing Harris Sargood Ltd has been updated with a few more product photos - the 1983 'Return of the Jedi' writing set (thanks to Anaria)... ...MORE
Matt G
From 01 April 2005 through to 30 September 2005, Goodman Fielder is running a 'Revenge of the Sith' Promotion in association with their Uncle Tobys 'Chewy' muesli bars, and Fruit Roll-Ups. The concomitant television advertising... ...MORE
Matt G
Some more photos, sent in by Nick TePaa, of the Star Wars Episode 3 premiere at the Hoyts cinemas, Riccarton, Christchurch.
If you have stories and/or photos from your local cinema's midnight screening, send them in to be posted here! ...MORE
Nick T
Extended for 1 more week! In conjunction with the New Zealand release of the Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith soundtrack (read the press release, for full, exciting details, here), SonyBMG New Zealand have supplied a number of the soundtrack CD/DVD combinations, to give away to keen Star Wars fans. It features a new score by five-time Oscar winner John Williams, who is also the composer and conductor of the score for each film in the six-chapter Star Wars saga, and an exclusive collector�s DVD - Star Wars: A Musical Journey - as an unprecedented bonus!
To be in to win, you need to completely fill out the form here. On each of three draw dates (Tuesday 10th May 2005, Tuesday 17th May 2005, Tuesday 24th May 2005, and extended to include 1st June!), two names will be randomly selected from all entries to midnight of the previous day, and each will win a copy of the Revenge of the Sith soundtrack. Entries roll-over to all draws, so the earlier you enter, the more chances you have to win!
This week's random winners are... ...MORE
Matt G
These photos are sent in by Paul K, of the Star Wars Episode 3 premiere at the Hoyts Northlands cinemas, Christchurch.
If you have stories and/or photos from your local cinema's midnight screening, send them in to be posted here! ...MORE
Paul K
Wednesday night (18th May) saw theatres all around New Zealand gearing up for the midnight premiere screening of Star Wars Episode 3. Many cinemas made an occasion out of the event, with Star Wars decor and revelry as a prelude to the film. The Hoyts cinemas in Wairau Park, Auckland, featured the local stormtroopers (and a couple of Jedi!) of the 501st Legion. Entertainment also included much costuming and creature make-up by the Cut Above Academy, and rousing Star Wars theme music from a local orchestral band.
If you have stories and/or photos from your local cinema's midnight screening, send them in to be posted here! ...MORE
Matt G
Monday 16th saw the Star Wars Episode 3 Charity Premiere in Newmarket, Auckland. Click on the thumbnails for pics of the Outpost-42 501st members in action, along with the celebrity Star Wars guests Jay Laga'aia, Keisha Castle-Hughes, and Bodie Taylor. This was not just an opportunity to see 'Revenge of the Sith' a few days prior to the general release, but was, for the benefit of charity, a full-on choreographed extravaganza in a venue packed to capacity with eager fans. ...MORE
Matt G
This is a follow-up to the New Zealand Herald's coverage of the Monday night Episode 3 Charity Premiere, sent in by one of the stormtroopers pictured with Kesiha Castle-Hughes: Here's my daughter taking the NZ Herald clipping to school for news! She's very proud that her Dad is in the 501st, and she's going to tell all her friends about it today! Ingrid and I have four great kids...Wednesday 10 years old, Tom 8y, Michael ('Tornado') 3y...and Luke 1.5y (and yes, he was named after Luke Skywalker).
Lance Gilbert
In preparation for the Charity Premiere of 'Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith', members of the New Zealand 501st outpost (www.Outpost42.co.nz) hit Queen Street, Auckland, on Monday (16th May) to spread the word. They started the day at midday, in Aotea square, where the Mayor donned his full ceremonial regalia to welcome the Imperials to planet Earth. After the mayoral pleasantries, media interviews and photo opportunities, the 15 or so assorted troopers and miscellaneous denizens clambered on board open-deck utes to be freighted to predetermined spots along Queen St. Star Wars soundtrack blaring, the Imperial transporters drew the desired attention along their circuit, over a period of nearly 2 hours.
Members of the 501st's Outpost-42 had travelled from as far away as Christchurch and Dunedin, and this public appearance served as a great prelude to the Charity Premiere of Episode 3 (which also set the venue for New Zealand's largest gathering of costumed 501st members). ...MORE
Matt G
In conjunction with the New Zealand release of the Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith soundtrack (read the press release, for full, exciting details, here), SonyBMG New Zealand have supplied a number of the soundtrack CD/DVD combinations, to give away to keen Star Wars fans. It features a new score by five-time Oscar winner John Williams, who is also the composer and conductor of the score for each film in the six-chapter Star Wars saga, and an exclusive collector�s DVD - Star Wars: A Musical Journey - as an unprecedented bonus!
To be in to win, you need to completely fill out the form here. On each of three draw dates (Tuesday 10th May 2005, Tuesday 17th May 2005, and Tuesday 24th May 2005), two names will be randomly selected from all entries to midnight of the previous day, and each will win a copy of the Revenge of the Sith soundtrack. Entries roll-over to all draws, so the earlier you enter, the more chances you have to win!
This week's random winners are... ...MORE
Matt G
The New Zealand Herald's coverage of the Charity Premiere last night includes a great big pic of stormtroopers Chris and Lance, from Hamilton, flanking the Queen of Naboo, Keisha Castle-Hughes. Read the full article here.
Matt G
With this week being the the release week of The Movie, expect a lot of interesting coverage in the New Zealand media. As well as the news programmes tonight (mentioned a couple of posts below), look out for coverage of the Charity Premiere (which takes place tonight, of course) in the NZ Herald, the New Zealand Womans' Weekly, and others. On Thursday at 7:45am, TV1 will screen a spot on their Breakfast show promoting and reviewing 'Revenge of the Sith'. For something a little different, click on the thumbnails above to view photos of the filming of that piece: the troopers are TK-102 (Chris T) and TK-944 (yours truly).
Matt G
Today's New Zealand Herald has an article that runs through a number of circulating Star Wars Episode 3 reviews. "It remained very true to the original starting point of Star Wars all the way back in 1977. It fills in all of the blanks that people have been waiting for for such a long time. So I think it will certainly satisfy fans". Read the full article here.
Related article: SWNZ Episode 3 Review.
Matt G
In conjunction with the New Zealand release of the Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith soundtrack (read the press release, for full, exciting details, here), SonyBMG New Zealand have supplied a number of the soundtrack CD/DVD combinations, to give away to keen Star Wars fans. It features a new score by five-time Oscar winner John Williams, who is also the composer and conductor of the score for each film in the six-chapter Star Wars saga, and an exclusive collector�s DVD - Star Wars: A Musical Journey - as an unprecedented bonus!
To be in to win, you need to completely fill out the form here. On each of three draw dates (Tuesday 10th May 2005, Tuesday 17th May 2005, and Tuesday 24th May 2005), two names will be randomly selected from all entries to midnight of the previous day, and each will win a copy of the Revenge of the Sith soundtrack. Entries roll-over to all draws, so the earlier you enter, the more chances you have to win!
This week's random winners are... ...MORE
Matt G
The Return of the Jedi Ice Block Stickers article in the New Zealand Collection section has been updated (thanks to Trevor C) with another local, exclusive advertising poster from 1983... ...MORE
Matt G
Today's (Saturday's) New Zealand Herald is a Star Wars extravaganza, with much general coverage in the accompanying 'TimeOut' magazine. And then, on page A10 (click here for the online version) a well researched article gives a more local perspective on the phenomenon. I get mildly misquoted near the end, because, of course, we've heard a lot about LucasFilm's upcoming plans, but in the phone interview, there was limited time to expand on such things. The trooper in armour...that'd be me. ;)
Matt G
Sponsored fully by AriseSirToy.co.nz, Star Wars New Zealand competition no.16 has two prize packages of two great collectibles each. As well as New Zealand's most comprehensive range of Star Wars product, AriseSirToy has many hundreds of other movie, television and pop culture collectibles in their ever-growing range.
Randomly selected from the large pool of keen contestants, the winners are... ...MORE
Matt G
SWNZ gets a mention in the May issue of NetGuide magazine, in their "This Month's Best Sites/Top 50" section. This marks a good time to shout out a big thanks to anyone who has made contributions in the form of SWNZ news or articles, and to all regular visitors, who make the effort worth while.
Matt G
Freakin' beautiful. That's what I was thinking as I sat, mildly stunned, watching an advance screening of Star Wars: Episode 3, earlier today. Hard to imagine, after all this time - the bridge between the prequels and the original trilogy. And it is the keystone episode - very plausible in both content and execution.
It's been described as dark, emotive - you'd better believe it. Episode 3 is unrestrained in comparison to its predecessors, and the returning actors have matured and developed their characters to adequately elucidate the fall of Vader. My vote for Most Valuable Actor? Ian McDiarmid has gone comparatively under-appreciated for his contributions to the 6 episode saga. In 'Revenge', he extends the duplicity of Palpatine to new heights in order to fulfill a role equal in importance that of Anakin/Vader. Most recognisable Actor? Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christiansen open the action, but the first character seen after their on-screen introduction is Temuera Morrison. Or more correctly, the first characters seen are Temuera Morrison, as he plays the clones of the Grand Army of the Republic. New Zealanders will be entertained to see multiple versions of this well-known local actor replying to the Jedi in succession. Other New Zealand actors take the screen in less obvious roles, but are worth keeping an eye out for: Bodie Taylor, Jay Laga'aia, Rena Owen, and Keisha Castle-Hughes.
Episode 3 opens with a variation on the memorable and majestic Star Destroyer flyover of 'A New Hope'. A pair of starfighters enter the composition, and the camera floats amongst the convincing CG vehicles, in a ballet impossible with physical models and recording devices. Then the action explodes. The 'Pearl Harbour' battle, in space. The tempo only remits when it is necessary to heighten or deepen the emotion... ...MORE
Matt G
Excellent news!... Variety � The Children�s Charity is excited to announce that Jay Laga�aia (Captain Typho) and Keisha Castle-Hughes (Queen of Naboo) will be attending the New Zealand Charity Premiere of Star Wars Episode III � Revenge of the Sith, on Monday 16 May.
The New Zealand Charity Premiere will be New Zealand�s first public screening of the third and final instalment in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. Anakin Skywalker�s turn to the Dark Side of the Force, the continuing Clone Wars and the final fate of the Old Republic will be revealed.
Variety is partnering with 20th Century Fox Films and Village SKYCITY Cinemas to present this once in a life time opportunity.
Tickets are selling quick! All proceeds from the sale of tickets will go to Variety.
When: Monday 16 May 2005 � the first screening in New Zealand... ...MORE
Matt G
The Hurricanes vs Brumbies rugby match on the 30th of April (in Wellington) had a Star Wars theme - the first themed Super 12 match in New Zealand. Hasbro supplied spot prizes of toys and Darth Vader voice changer helmets. The first prize was a trip to Auckland for the imminent Charity Premiere of Star Wars Episode 3.
Apart from doing the usual public photos, local 501st Legion representatives also had escort the cheerleaders and stage a lightsaber fight with 'Captain Hurricane', the mascot. As Captain Hurricane discovered a lightsaber... ...MORE
Dean B
The Hasbro 4-inch scale Grievous Wheel bike is an interesting piece. Unlike many of the vehicles, it comes with a figure, but it only has five points of articulation (including the head) so it is very basic.
The bike controls for Grievous are movable, however the arms on the Grievous figure are not. The handle on the back of the bike... ...MORE
Robbie the Robot
The Lucasfilm Archive display was right at the top of my Celebration 3 'must-see' items. And so, as soon as we were in the doors, we headed straight for it...amazingly, we got there before the line to get in had even started to form, and there were very few people inside the exhibit itself. This meant I could rush around and ensure I had at least one clear photo of each of the displays. That state of affairs didn't last long - there were metered queues to get in from that point onwards, as crowd control stormtroopers tried to make sure the exhibit pieces were well protected as people were gradually let through.
The full array of displayed items, as listed in the Celebration 3 program, is as follows... ...MORE
Matt G
"Star Wars creator George Lucas has revealed his plans for two television series based on his blockbuster movies. They included a live-action show featuring some of the minor Star Wars characters. Lucas plans to direct the first series himself. The other show will be a 3-D animated series. Lucas made the announcement at a Star Wars convention in Indiana that was attended by more than 30,000 science-fiction fans from around the world".
See the article here: NZHerald.co.nz/index.cfm?ObjectID=10122621.
Matt G
This message in from Armageddon, Wellington, exhibitor, Reel Collectibles: I�d like to take this opportunity to thank the two members of the 501st that were at the expo and allowed us to have photos taken with them at the Reel Collectibles stall. A first for me, being photographed with the Dark Side, although I was to repeat that feat later that day. In return, we gave the guys a first-hand feel of the weight of the Master Replicas Stormtrooper Blaster. The MR product was extremely popular, especially the Force FX sabers. The Darth Vader model that we had sold on Saturday morning apparently ended up on stage dueling with Ray Park. We met Ray himself on Sunday, had a good chat with him, a very nice bloke by the way, and had our Limited Edition MR Darth Maul Battle Damaged Saber display case signed as well as a Darth Maul 0.45 scale model and the obligatory autographed photo and poster.
Due to the success of the show and increased interest in Master Replicas products, Reel Collectibles will be endeavoring to bring the Star Wars fans of NZ more MR product. The site will be updated soon and we will be receiving the MR Limited Edition Rebel Snowspeeder this week. A new shipment of Force FX and 0.45 models will be due in a couple of weeks.
Thanks again 501st, there are some photos of the show at this link: Create.co.nz/ReelCollectibles/arm05.htm.
Related article: Armaggedon Day 1 Report.
Related article: Armaggedon Day 2 Report.
Hugh Clarke, Reel Collectibles
What do four hundred-odd Imperial troops look like marching in formation down a public street? It's hard to convey using still images, but hopefully the first 15 images (click on the thumbnails) on this page will give you a bit of an idea. The effect of seeing this much white armour and other Imperial costumes pounding the street certainly has hyped me up to wear my armour at the pending 'Revenge of the Sith' Charity Premiere. ...MORE
Matt G
Today seemed to be mainly about meeting Star Wars celebrities. New Zealanders Daniel Logan and Temuera Morrison, Episode 1 star Jake Lloyd, and droid master Don Bies. But the day opened with a scheduled event that made the evening news - the rare public appearance, and question session, no less, of the flanneled one, George Lucas!
First thing this morning, George worked his way through 3 half-hour sessions of five thousand fans each. Queues for this limited entry event started some time during the night, but with a combination of volunteer passes and serendipity, we got centre-stage seats for this memorable interview with only about 20 minutes wait. George's interview session was hosted by Jay Laga'aia, and the two were joined on stage by prequel producer Rick McCallum, who had stayed on longer from his attendance yesterday. George's responses to questions from the audience made up the bulk of the show. Among the more important/interesting information shared were the following... ...MORE
Matt G
More Celebration 3 pictures? You better believe it! Here is a selection from our adventures on day two of the Star Wars action in Indianapolis. Highlights from my day included meeting three out of the five New Zealand celebrities here, as well as a couple of great Aussies...and, in a separate session, a montage of 'Revenge of the Sith' footage on a full-size theatre screen. You know the drill...more on that later...let me start at the beginning...
The early morning event for Friday was the Rebel Legion group photograph. Although I'm a card-carrying 501st member myself... ...MORE
Matt G
Overwhelming. Unbelievable. Today was so busy, we barely stopped to eat. And talk about a New Zealand-related climax - Jay Laga'aia, Temuera Morrison and Bodie Taylor performing a haka on stage in front of hundreds of fans. I kid you not! ...more on that later.
The day started early - there is so much organised by various fan groups outside of the actual Celebration schedule, that the days are very long. At 8:30am, I snapped a few photos of the Jedi Assembly group congregation before heading into the convention proper to upgrade our convention passes to Volunteer passes... ...MORE
Matt G
I'll post the full report once the convention closes for the day, but here are some early teaser photos of the great costumes and displays...(these photos were all taken before the convention opened today).
Matt G
Reporting in from sunny (so far) Indianapolis, Indiana - we arrived in town (late) last night. Over the next 5 days, SWNZ will be bringing you Celebration 3 diary reports and photos, and, after the conclusion of the mega-convention, I'll take some time to organise all my imminent photos into feature articles on such things as the R2-Builders room, the LucasFilm Archive Exhibition, C3 autographs, and other exciting topics.
Today (20th April, Indianapolis time) is Day Zero - the day before the convention, and time to pick up passes, programs and such like. The city is fully set up for the Star Wars invasion... ...MORE
Matt G
Photos from the opening of Toyworld Mega Store, Christchurch (biggest in New Zealand!)...Nick TePaa in Tusken Raider, Centuri Chan in Stormtrooper, Mike Fidow in Biker Scout and the shop owner's son as Lord Darth Vader. Awesome morning people, staff were friendly and was a good chance to don the costumes and see the delight on the kids/parents faces... ...MORE
Nick T
Day 2 of the Wellington Armageddon convention (yesterday) was a great opportunity to take a little more time to make sure nothing was missed doing the Day 1 rounds. Although they shared some stage time on the Saturday, Ray Park and Daniel Logan had back-to-back hour long interview sessions, which I personally found to be a highlight of the convention. Daniel fielded questions well, in his recently acquired American accent, and Ray proved to be the consummate entertainer, spinning yarns, and tutoring would-be Sith in the lightsaber arts. ...MORE
Matt G
Armageddon opened today at the Queen's Wharf Event Centre, Wellington - the first time in its new Wellington venue. Special guests included Ray Park and Daniel Logan, who gave the event a strong Star Wars flavour. Also making a strong appearance were a number of Imperials and Jedi, getting together for one of the biggest gathering of Star Wars costumers in any one place in New Zealand to date.
The usual comics, action figures, medieval paraphernalia, anime collectibles, posters, PC and console games were available for purchase and demonstration. Amongst the most popular destinations was the Toyworld Megastore stand, with its exclusive 'Revenge of the Jedi' holographic figures going out the door in droves at the attractive price of $10. ...MORE
Matt G
Daniel Logan's biography in the New Zealand Connexion section has been updated: Daniel Logan was born June 6th, 1987 in Auckland. His first experience with acting came when he was 10 years old. Young rugby players were being auditioned for a television commercial, but Daniel stood out and got the part. He was soon noticed by casting agents, and filmed several more commercials, before landing a recurring role on the long-running New Zealand drama 'Shortland Street'. Coincidently, the show was also a launching pad for Temuera Morrison, who worked along side Daniel Logan on 'Attack of the Clones'. Daniel also appeared in an episode of locally-filmed series 'Hercules: The Legendary Journeys'.
In addition to television roles, Daniel has also provided voice-work for two local animated series... ...MORE
Anaria
This has got to be one of the biggest prizes I've had the pleasure of giving away! Thanks to the generous support of Hasbro New Zealand, it is time to announce the winner of competition no.15, who will take home a positively huge Original Trilogy Collection Millenium Falcon! This electronic playset is scaled to fit Hasbro 4-inch action figures, and includes features such as working headlights, 'jump to hyperspace' sounds and lights, a cockpit that fits 2 figures, authentic vehicle flyby sounds, an internal compartment with gaming table, boarding ramp, and much more.
Randomly selected from the large pool of keen contestants, the winner is... ...MORE
Matt G
Yesterday afternoon, through to early this morning, saw the release of Hasbro 'Revenge of the Sith' action figures, vehicles, role-playing toys and more at K-Mart, Botany Downs, Auckland. In a worldwide marketing tactic, this new Star Wars product is officially available from April 2nd...K-Mart Botany Downs was Auckland's representative retailer to let fans through the door at 12:01am this morning.
The countdown started somewhat earlier. Numbers hit critical mass an hour or so before the launch, but the stage was set from about 5pm, and there was plenty going on, live and on the video monitors, for the keen fans that showed up early. MC Vader kept the audience entertained with enthusiastic monologue, while Imperial Stormtroopers from the New Zealand 501st outpost (www.Outpost42.co.nz)... ...MORE
Matt G
Temuera Morrison's biography in the New Zealand Connexion section has been updated: A mere beheading isn't enough to truncate Temuera Morrison's Star Wars role. He returns in Episode 3 to reprise his genetic lineage, appearing as the voice and face beneath the mask of the Clone troopers derived from his Episode 2 character, Jango Fett. Already well known in his homeland, Temuera has been in several Hollywood films, but it was his role in the New Zealand film, 'Once Were Warriors'', which drew the casting director�s attention, and helped land him the role as the original bounty hunter.
Born December 1961 in Rotorua... ...MORE
Related section: New Zealand Connexion.
Anaria
"The must-read prequel to Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith". So claims the marketing tag-line that adorns James Luceno's 'Labyrinth of Evil'. Normally I'd expect such a boast to represent clich�d hyperbole, but in this instance, I find myself agreeing with the assertion. Not only is this book an excellent read, but it leads directly into Episode 3, detailing events and character backstories in a manner that will undoubtedly heighten the action-packed opening of 'Revenge'.
James Luceno's style and pace is a refreshing contrast to some of the New Jedi Order tomes I've recently struggled through. His chapters are brief and dramatic, in a manner that mirrors Lucas's on-screen tactic of rapid, brusque scene-changes. The book is hard to put down... ...MORE
Matt G
The New Zealand contingent of the 501st Legion imperial costuming club, Outpost-42, often make themselves available for charity and fundraising events (click here for more details). Last weekend (March 12-13th), stormtroopers Mike and Aaron took a break from their usual imperial duties to help raise money for cancer research in the Dunedin 'Relay for Life'.
Thousands took part in the 24-hour relay, with 125 sponsored teams of at least 10 members taking part - each team was required to have at least one member walking at all times.
The pair of intrepid imperials worked with the event coordinators to participate as an added attraction rather than a competing team. Their involvement... ...MORE
Matt G
The latest Star Wars Insider online supplement includes an interview with costume designer Trisha Biggar. In it, the name of Keisha Castle-Hughes' Episode 3 character is revealed: Queen Apailana. Fans of New Zealand film 'Whale Rider' will notice the relationship to the name of her character in that hit movie, Pai Apirana.
Related article: Keisha Castle-Hughes
Anaria
Over the past year my focus on star wars collecting has shifted somewhat from the regular action figures and vehicles to other areas. I am still big into collecting store displays and promotional posters, and have quite a few display stands from various merchandise releases.
One are that I have returned to is model making. I recently completed my 1:6 scale Boba Fett Vinyl model which has taken pride of place in my collection. I have also turned my attention towards costuming and prop building, having completed a full Darth Vader costume. I am currently working on a suit of Stormtrooper armour, bring on episode III! ...MORE
Cen C
I first experienced the original Star Wars trilogy on video when I was about 4, I started to collect the figures but later sold them. When the Special Editions hit the shops my interest was slightly rekindled and I began buying bits of merchandise and toys. When Episode 1 arrived I carried on with the hunt for figures and memorabilia up until Episode 2 where my obsession really started and I began to collect more seriously... ...MORE
Pera T
Hi, my name is Holly, and I'm quite a young Star Wars fan. I've been interested in Star Wars since seeing 'Attack of the Clones' when I was thirteen. I then went to the Magic of the Myth exhibition and I've been collecting random memorabilia since then.
I've been recently trying to get full sets of trading cards from The Phantom Menace and only have a few more to go... ...MORE
Holly
Competition no.14 involved two of my favourite things about the SWNZ website: giving away multiple excellent prizes, and seeing/posting pics of New Zealander's collections (and the creative ideas that have gone into displaying them). Many thanks to the people that took the time to send in photos and descriptions of their collections as competition entries. The competition is now (obviously) closed, but a few more of the backlog of Collector Spotlights will be showing up over the coming week.
First prize of a brand new IG-88 Unleashed figure from Hasbro, and an official, huge Episode 3 teaser poster goes to... ...MORE
Matt G
I have been collecting a wider range of 80s action figure lines as well as Star Wars variations, Ewoks and Droids etc. There are just a few interesting Star Wars figures in my cabinet, like the matt gold C-3PO and the POTF stuff... ...MORE
Related article: Competition 14 - Collector Spotlights.
Steve B
Not much has changed since the last pics were taken, though the room continues to get gradually smaller! I have to be selective with purchases these days, but still leave spaces on the walls for missing figures, in the hope that they�ll be filled one day. I think we�ll have to move house sometime this year to cope with the impending Episode III merchandise onslaught... ...MORE
Related article: Competition 14 - Collector Spotlights.
TK-102
This is the pride and joy of my SW collection, a full set of six silver figures (don't tell me there is another, I might cry). Although not the only full set in NZ, there aren't many out there. In rough order of appearance, from we have Darth Vader and R2D2 from 2002, Boba Fett and Clone Trooper from 2003, and Darth Vader and Sandtrooper from 2004. I should probably get some star cases and display them, but they spend their time in a closed box, which is a shame. It is interesting to not the slight changes in manufacture through the range... ...MORE
Related article: Competition 14 - Collector Spotlights.
Robbie the Robot
Hi, Pat here - I started collecting at the age of 6...now nearly 28 and still collecting. I prefer vintage toys and toys from the original films that did not come out in the vintage line. I really like the 70s early 80s look to the toys - not too worried about having things in their packaging; they're toys...they're meant to be played with!... ...MORE
Related article: Competition 14 - Collector Spotlights.
Pat M
Reminder: get your entries in to win great prizes in competition 14 (click on the link after this article).
I have been continuing with collecting 3 3/4" figures - unfortunately slowing due to lack of new figures in stores, but I have just added the EP3 preview figures to my collection. My Micromachine and Action Fleet figures finally have a place to be displayed. I have also started collecting the Master Replicas mini saber collection. I have three so far, and hope to add more soon... ...MORE
Related article: Competition 14 - Collector Spotlights.
Anaria
Reminder: get your entries in to win great prizes in competition 14 (click on the link after this article).
Here are a few photos of my collection. I've been a fan of Star Wars since 1983 after seeing 'Return of the Jedi' and my interest was re-awakened with the re-release of the trilogy in 1995. I have been adding figures ever since... ...MORE
Related article: Competition 14 - Collector Spotlights.
Chad P
Freddy Corrotea (who is also responsible for the EP3 countdown clock over on the left-hand menu) has put together an excellent flash version of the Episode 3 opening scroll, based on the text released recently on the official Star Wars site. Click on the above thumbnail to view it (if you aren't afraid of a few minor spoilers), or, if you want to see the full-screen version, click here.
Matt G
Today's addition to the New Zealand Collection section details the 'Empire Strikes Back' stickers available with New Zealand's 'Twinkies' snack cakes, in the early 1980s:
'Twinkies' snack cakes are renowned as the quintessential junk food (yet are consumed at a rate of over half a billion per year worldwide). The original, American version is created by Hostess, which is owned by Kansas City-based Interstate Bakeries Corporation - New Zealanders, however, will remember a local version made by General Foods Corp (NZ) Ltd. that, in the early 1980s, one could be forgiven for purchasing as they came with NZ-exclusive Empire Strikes Back collectibles. The set of 6 black-bordered circular stickers are 70mm in diameter, and depict Yoda, Vader, Chewie, Leia, Threepio and Luke... ...MORE
Matt G
This advertising poster for the Darth Vader ice-block that I recently acquired reminds us of the rate of inflation. Back in the early 1980s, not only did 20 cents buy you boysenberry-tipped lemon ice confectionery, along with the "free mask, while stocks last", but you also got to "feel the Force when you taste the flavour"... ...MORE
Matt G
Reminder: get your entries in to win great prizes in competition 14 (click on the link after this article).
I have been continuing my collecting of Sith figures, but have started to broaden that to villains in general. Speaking of which, I am early awaiting the release of the EP3 figures, so I can add the new characters like General Grievous to my shelf. I have also been adding to my Clone Wars figures scene, building up the ranks on both sides... ...MORE
Related article: Competition 14 - Collector Spotlights.
Daniel R
I finally found a copy of the Vanity Fair Star Wars issue in Dymocks, Glenfield, Auckland. It has also been spotted in a number of stores in Wellington (thanks Daniel). The asking price is $19, but the fold-out cover makes this worth purchasing to keep.
As well as the 4-page fold-out cover, there are 15 pages of photo-filled article inside. And, being 'Vanity Fair', we even get to learn that, in the cover photo, "Natalie Portman wears a shirt by Prada, Liam Neeson wears a sweater by Paul Stewart, and Pernilla August wears a skirt by Max Mara".
Matt G
Reminder: get your entries in to win great prizes in competition 14 (click on the link after this article).
My name is Aaron Knotts and I am a very recent collector, although a long-time fan of all things Star Wars (perhaps with the exception of Jar Jar Binks). My passion for SW began (as with many) when seeing A New Hope for the first time in the theatre when I was 5 years old. Ever since seeing the Stormtroopers burst through the doors onto the Tantive IV I wanted to be a trooper. I am eagerly awaiting delivery of what will be my most prized SW possession, Stormtrooper armour... ...MORE
Related article: Competition 14 - Collector Spotlights.
Aaron K
The feature articles on Star Wars-related competitions, in the New Zealand Miscellanea section, has been expanded to cover miscellaneous contests and giveaways in the era of the Original Trilogy Special Editions. The first entry is for a Pepsi/Caltex scratch card competition from 1997 (with thanks to Stephen Williams)... ...MORE
Matt G
The feature article on Star Wars-related competitions from 1999-2001, in the New Zealand Miscellanea section, has been updated with details of the Lego "Galactic Challenge Building Contest", from 1999 (with thanks to Stephen Williams)... ...MORE
Matt G
The New Zealand Herald places 'Revenge of the Sith' first amongst its list of anticipated movies for 2005. They describe Episode 3 thus: "The 'Star Wars' gang is back, including Ewan McGregor, Natalie Portman and Hayden Christiansen. This story takes place three years after the end of 'Episode II' when a massive battle is underway during the last days of the Clone Wars. The gap between the prequels and the original 'Star Wars' trilogy is bridged with the fall of the Republic and the rise of the Empire at the conclusion of the Clone Wars. At this time, the Jedi are scattered, Anakin Skywalker becomes Darth Vader and we meet the infants Luke and Leia."
Read the full list of predicted hits here.
Matt G
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