Why You’ll Love the Young Enterprise Scheme Zone

Fuel Your Curiosity

• Every stall tells a story—from Year 13 students crafting natural flavoured drinks with kawakawa to budding designers stitching recycled-yarn crochet accessories. Discover products you won’t find anywhere else and meet the passionate creators behind them.

Support Local Youth Enterprise

• Your visit directly backs YES Canterbury, empowering young New Zealanders with real business skills and confidence. Feel the pride in knowing your purchase drives the future of local innovation

Dive into Immersive Experiences

More than a shopping trip, the YES Zone is an interactive event:

• Live product demos—watch Juice Gems transform fruit juice into healthy “lollies.”
• Taste tests—sample Whakaora Whakaora’s native-inspired drinks (pear & horopito; apple & blackcurrant) crafted with respectfully harvested botanicals.
• Hands-on crafts—seed-bomb planting with BloomBombs and crochet workshops with Chic Crochet.

NovaKey — Personal Security Alarms

Born from a desire to keep loved ones safe, NovaKey’s teen founders have engineered sleek, pocket-sized alarms that let you call for help with one press. Designed with caregivers in mind, each device features a built-in LED torch and customizable alert tones—perfect for students walking home, solo adventurers, or anyone wanting extra peace of mind.

Zenith — Men’s Fragrances

lurring the line between cologne and self-expression, Zenith’s handcrafted scents are as bold as their creators. From earthy kānuka-wood undertones to spicy manuka-honey highs, each fragrance captures a uniquely Kiwi spirit. Sample their signature blends and meet the young perfumers who distilled their dreams into every bottle.

Kiwi Angles — NZ Photo Prints

What starts as a school project becomes a celebration of home. Kiwi Angles brings you high-quality prints of Aotearoa’s most iconic scenes—sun-kissed mountains, misty fjords, and hidden beaches—each re-imagined through creative filters and framing. Perfect for your wall, workspace, or gift list, these prints tell our land’s story through fresh teenage eyes.

Chic Crochet — Recycled-Yarn Crochet & Knits

Sustainability meets style in every loop and stitch. Chic Crochet repurposes donated yarn—from op-shop family stores and community drives—into colourful headbands, keychains, beanies, and embroidered pins. Beyond accessories, the team runs mini crochet workshops, teaching market visitors how to craft their own eco-friendly keepsakes.

Smile Bears — Medical-Condition Teddy Bears

More than cuddly companions, Smile Bears are designed to spark conversations. Each bear wears its own “scar” or emblem—representing conditions like diabetes, asthma, or color-blindness—crafted with empathy and medical-accuracy. These bears are gifts of comfort, education, and solidarity for families navigating health journeys.

Juice Gems — 100% Fruit-Juice “Lollies”

Craving something sweet without the guilt? Juice Gems transforms surplus fruit into vibrant, chewy treats—no added sugar, just pure juice magic. With flavours rotating by season, you’ll find everything from tangy tamarillo bursts to luscious feijoa bites. Grab a pouch and help reduce food waste one delicious gem at a time.

Endorphins — Neuroscience-Inspired Stress-Relief Toys

Meet the makers blending brain science with Māori artistry. Endorphins offers silicone squishies, stress balls, and tactile toys embossed with koru and kowhai motifs. Each piece is designed to boost mood by engaging touch receptors and reminding users of Aotearoa’s living landscapes—an innovative fusion of wellness and culture.

Mellow Tallow — Whipped Balms & Tallow Soaps

Hand-churned from ethically sourced tallow, Mellow Tallow’s balms and soaps are a soft-touch remedy for the driest skin. Choose from scented options like lavender honey or unscented for the most sensitive of skins. The student duo behind the stall researches every ingredient, ensuring gentle, nourishing skincare you can trust.

Whakaora Whakaora — Native-Flavoured Drinks

A sip of Aotearoa in every bottle. Whakaora Whakaora crafts two signature blends: pear & horopito with lime, and apple & blackcurrant with mint & kawakawa. Their Year 13 team forages respectfully, then infuses each batch with native botanicals for refreshing, health-focused beverages that tell a story of whenua (land) and well-being.

BloomBombs — Planting Seed Bombs

Turn concrete corners into wildflower wonders. BloomBombs’ seed bombs pack native wildflower seeds—harakeke, kōwhai, and more—into easy-to-toss clay spheres. Drop them in neglected spaces, water when you can, and watch colourful blooms pop up, boosting pollinators and brightening cityscapes.

Dryer Daddy — Woollen Dryer Balls

These reusable woollen balls bounce in your dryer, cutting dry time, softening clothes, and reducing static—naturally. Perfect for eco-minded households wanting to ditch single-use dryer sheets and save energy.

Flame and Fragrance Candles

Hand-poured wax meets creative scents. Whether you crave calming lavender, zingy citrus, or something uniquely Kiwi, these candles promise to fill your home with warmth.