The Generator Newsletter
Issue 21
Battle of the Brands
Victors of the Vibez War
Two creative teams went head-to-head in a T-shirt design showdown 🌿✨—a powerful and fun finale to the Art as a Healing Pathway workshop series, proudly funded by Foundation North.
Led by local Māori digital artist Generite Lloyd Matiu-Whiri, rangatahi from the Ka Puta Ka Ora Community Mobile Child and Youth Service and Dargaville brought their ideas to life through art, connection, and VIBEZ. See the workshop action here.
They walked away with:
💪🏽 New creative skills
🖌️ Stronger self-expression
🌟 Deeper connections
🎉 And a whole lot of fun!
Lloyd, a solo dad of four tamariki, is the powerhouse behind VIBEZ100—a dynamic digital creator brand producing apparel, reels, videos, and promo content that inspires and connects.
🔥 Brand Royal vs Brand Elite
After a life-changing injury, Lynette Nicol turned resilience into flavour—becoming the proud owner of Toasty Shack Chch and creator of the legendary Crusader Toasty Pie 🥧🏉
You’ll find Lynn and her iconic Toastie Shack truck serving up crowd favourites at Crusaders games and the Christchurch Arts Centre on Hereford Street.
The Crusaders’ best-kept secret? It’s hot, cheesy, and unforgettable. 👑🔥
CONGRATS EMMA!
Congratualtions to Emma Ngatai, Finalist for the Te Manu Atatū Māori Business Awards 2025 Whanganui Maori Business Network ~ Sat 5 July.
"He piko, he taniwha."
At every bend, a taniwha.
Each challenge and guardian you meet helps shape your journey
Watch this space next week for interesting stats ~ The Generator is a high return on Government investment.
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