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BESPOKE MATAKANA ON THE COAST 71 Schollum Road, Matakana Within an idyllic landscape of native bush and surrounded by farmed pasture, this home and sanctuary is too good not to share. Private and secluded, with serene views, the 2.68 hectare (6.6 acre) property of mainly native bush sits a minutes drive from the coastal road that travels between Matakana Village, Matheson Bay and Leigh. Daniels Reef, Pakiri, Omaha Beach and Tawharanui Peninsula are all on your doorstep. Whether you are a bush walker, beachgoer or location and activity lover – this is the place for you. Immaculately presented and completely refurbished, the light and contemporary home has stunning vaulted ceilings and a white and breezy vibe. The design incorporates a smooth transition to the outdoors making entertaining amid a backdrop of Kauri, Puriri and Nikau trees an experience to remember. Surrounded by landscaped grounds and raised potager garden beds that link to your very own lightly forged bush walks, this is a truly magical property to unwind, relax and feel at one with nature. If you identify with the gentle climate and healthy sea breezes that blanket this stunning landscape, make settling into this coast and country location one of the best decisions you make in 2021.

LEISURE AND LIFESTYLE IN PT WELLS 282a Point Wells Road, Point Wells Privately situated down a treelined driveway in the coastal community of Point Wells, this contemporary home is a statement in simplicity and sophistication. Set upon 5,000sqm with expansive landscaping and manicured lawns, the park-like grounds ensure a tennis court, swimming pool or cricket pitch can be accommodated. A visually stunning residence, with views to the Tamahunga Ranges and close to Omaha Beach, Tawharanui and Matakana Village.

ALTOGETHER BETTER MACKYS REAL ESTATE LIMITED, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008

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Kellie Bissett 027 530 6843 www.bayleys.co.nz/1222306

Auction (unless sold prior) Wed 3 March 2021 30 Gaunt Street, Auckland Andrea Moore 027 244 2238 Kellie Bissett 027 530 6843 www.bayleys.co.nz/1222266

PERFECT PACKAGE - SPACE, LOCATION AND OPPORTUNITY 242a Omaha Flats Road, Omaha Wonderfully positioned in a peaceful and private rural setting between vibrant Matakana Village and stunning Omaha Beach.

Offering 6.1 hectares of flat, fertile peat soil predominantly planted in productive blueberries providing an income, plus an inviting four bedroom country style home with mature grounds and complete privacy.

The opportunities are limitless in this desired location with scope to further the blueberry business, use the land and take advantage of the two generous outbuildings to suit your needs, or simply landbank in a key coastal location. The home is well positioned and flooded with natural light and invites further development to create a fabulous family hub. A rare opportunity in a fabulous location.

Tender (unless sold prior) Closes 4pm, Thur 18 Feb 2021 41 Queen Street, Warkworth

Jenni Marsh 021 717 719 Dahnie Burton 021 628 327 www.bayleys.co.nz/1222311

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MATAKANA Relationships; the foundation homes are built on Jenni Marsh 021 717 719 Dahnie Burton 021 628 327

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S E A S A L T A ND S MO K E Spotlight

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G R O W I NG W O R DS Profile

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LOCAL GIG GUIDE

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PICK YOUR OWN FLOWERS AND HERBS AT SLOW BLOOMS

New & Noted

A unique new garden has opened by Charlies Gelato, where visitors can pick their own cut flowers, teas, and healing herbs.

Founder Rebecka Bjelfvenstam Keeling has drawn on her experience from similar gardens in her native Sweden, where you borrow a pair of snips and a basket, stroll through the rows of blooms, and cut your one-of-a-kind bouquet.

CHILLIBEAN KIDS CLOTHING

The name Slow Blooms is a play on the Slow Foods and Slow Flowers movement, which champions produce grown locally, in their natural season, using sustainable practices, and letting good things take time.

Chillibean is a small local 'mumtrepreneur' enterprise, crafting quality babies’ and children's boutique garments right here in Warkworth.

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Chillibean focuses on natural textiles such as New Zealand Merino and Cotton, including certified Organic Cotton...no polyester!

From premature babies to ten years old, you’ll find unique styles and fabrics unlike any in retail chains.

Visit Chillibean at the Matakana Market (at the Old Creamery) on Saturdays or check out their website.

Chillibean also makes to order so you can select from their garment, sizing and fabric range. info@chillibean.co.nz | www.chillibean.co.nz

ECM TATTOO

FIRE FADES BARBERSHOP

It’s long been a dream of owner Leigh to one day open a tattoo studio so this year he and wife Kate decided to go for it. Both with a fond love of tattoos, you can feel the couples’ passion in the way they’ve brought it all together.

Fire Fades Barbershop has just opened in Wellsford. Specialising in quality haircuts for men and kids including fades, mullets, Mohawks, professional cuts, senior citizens, beard trimming and styling and more.

Located at 142 Rodney Street for top notch service and a clean cut.

Open Tuesday to Saturday. Find them on Facebook or Instagram @john_thebarber_nz.

0274348217 | www.facebook.com/Fire-Fades-Barbershop

Running the studio is Tattooist Ethan, a skilled artist, experienced in a wide range of tattoo styles with realism being his passion and what he’s known for.

The studio has already gained much local interest through its fun and interactive social media, with focus on bringing people together and giving back to the community. www.instagram.com/ecmtattoo | www.facebook.com/ecmtattoo

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Matakana House

THE BAGEL SHACK Based in Mangawhai, The Bagel Shack is a funky little Red Caravan serving the best bagels around town, plus organic Kokako Coffee with a range of standard and alternative milks!

They toast and make your loaded bagels fresh-to-order on site using bagels that are light and fluffy (steamed not boiled).

They have the ever so popular BLT stack, salmon, capers and cream cheese, smoked chicken and The Dilly to name a few on offer.

Located outside No Limits Surf & Skate at 194 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads, across from the MAZ Skate Park!

Pop in and see their amazing friendly team who are always there to greet you with a smile and good banter.

021 0243 3090 | bagelshacknz@gmail.com

CREAMS & BEANS Whether you start your day with a fresh brewed, fair trade coffee, or cool off with a real fruit ice cream, ‘Creams and Beans’ at North Avenue Estuary Beach, Mangawhai Heads can satisfy your needs.

Creams and Beans is the latest mobile business venture, owned and operated by Natalie Barlow, who also owns ‘Our Mangawhai Garden’.

Following the same philosophy of high quality products, locally sourced organic fruit, ethically produced fair trade coffee. Operating 8am to 4.30pm Friday to Sunday, and public holidays up to Easter.

Also available for events. www.facebook.com/creamsandbeansnz | 021 151 0802

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NEW LOOK FOR MATAKANA COUNTRY PARK JEWELLERS

A brand new small business has started right on your doorstep!

A new year and a very new look!

Matakana Country Park Jewellers, your local specialists in custom made jewellery have undergone a completely new renovation of their shop.

Warkworth Roof Racks offers high end products or can offer solutions to a more budget conscious buyer. Whether it's strapping that surfboard to your roof or adding a rooftop tent to your 4WD, Todd at Warkworth Roof Racks can create a package for you.

Under the second lockdown they took the opportunity to double the size of the existing shop and create a stunning new look.

He offers a mobile installation service that covers the Rodney area and is conveniently available for after hours and weekend appointments.

Also offering Laybuy and Afterpay.

They are busy making brand new stock for the cabinets with emerald, sapphires, rubies and diamonds and invite all to come down and take a look.

hello@warkworthroofracks.kiwi | 022 456 8997

021 336 723 | mike@michaeljohnjewellery.com

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• No need to collect clippings • Finds it’s own way home • Handles big gardens with obstacles • Even recharges itself!

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Sea Salt and Smoke It’s a labour of love, an homage to a craft that has been around for years gone by.

A business that has always been a part of communities traditionally, the Matakana Smokehouse fits the bill as your local spot for almost all of your seafood needs.

Michael and Sophie have been tinkering away with the Smokehouse for a little over five years now. It’s been an interesting journey with plenty of learning along the way.

A real point of difference for them is who the Smokehouse align themselves with. Michael works exclusively with Akaroa Salmon, a small family-owned salmon farm that never uses antibiotics and grows the salmon as close to wild conditions as possible. The Matakana Smokehouse also work with Lee Fisheries, Tora Collective and Awatoru Wild Foods, always aiming to source their various seafoods from companies implementing sustainable practices.

Another aspect of the business is contract smoking for recreational fisher people who don't have the ability to smoke their own fish, or if they have caught a larger fish that can be difficult to smoke at home with such big volume.

They make a variety of different products.

The well known and sought after NZ Food Awards artisan finalist Hot Smoked Salmon with Toasted Nigella seeds. A Scandinavian style cured salmon, ‘Gravlax’, where the

beetroot and kaffir lime cure is striking.

Then there is the Cold Smoked Salmon with a thick vertical slice; it’s got a superb smokey hit and recently won Grand Champion at the Crater Smoke Competition in Akaroa.

Michael slices all their Gravlax and cold Smoked Salmon by hand, a nod to traditional methodologies.

Procuring and smoking with the seasons is where they aim to be. What the boats can catch is what they will stock. Sometimes there isn't Kahawai for a few weeks but they are landing Kingfish so that’s what the customers and restaurants they supply throughout the North island receive. It can be hard for people to get used to but that’s the reality of such a freshly sourced and made product.

They smoke fresh every week so it always depends on what’s been caught as to what will be available. Sourcing fresh, sustainable seafood is a passion of the team, which we are lucky to have in our area.

There are new products on the horizon too with some New Zealand native botanicals being added to the curing process, with some very distinct flavours coming through.

Also preserved Smoked Albacore Tuna and Sardines, a work in progress but hoping to be a completely New Zealand made product, from the fish caught in our waters to local award-winning olive oil. It’s bound to be a winner and is a huge change from standard supermarket canned fish.

The Matakana Smokehouse is not just a Smokehouse. They supply fresh Akaroa Salmon, Lee fish fillets, Wild Aussie Prawns, New Zealand Whitebait, Fresh Fijian Yellowfin Tuna, and fresh Coromandel Scallops in season, amongst other top end specialty seafood products.

With plans for a new space underway, The Matakana Smokehouse hopes to be a mainstay in our weekly if not daily lives, providing a variety of seafood straight from the boats to the community. It doesn't get much fresher or better than that and they genuinely can't wait to help you with those seafood requests. Visit their website for updates.

0204 010 7815 hello@matakanasmokehousenz.com

MATAKANA LIQUOR CENTRE A WIDEBIG SELECTION OF BUBBLES, ‘WE’RE ON SERVICE’ SPIRITS, WINES, BEERS & LIQUERS And we’re BIG on being local so let us help you select a perfect drop from our extensive range of wines

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Growing Words Words Kathy Hunter

John Bluck watches indulgently as his elderly Jack Russell requests a tummy tickle. “You’ve got a friend for life now,” he tells me. At well over six foot, with a mane of silver hair and a shrewdly scrutinising gaze, he carries his nearly eight decades lightly – no doubt a combination of hard work in his garden and mental workouts from his prolific writing.

If you listen to Radio New Zealand, you may have heard John’s podcasts. Diverse topics include gardening, his own experience of beating cancer, roads in the Kiwi identity, Māori and Pākehā relationships, the delights of a good lawn, the movies, and his childhood in 1950s Hawkes Bay. He’s written ‘about a dozen’ books too, representing a life that took him from small-town New Zealand to a global stage and back.

During John’s childhood in Nuhaka, south of Gisborne, three things sustained the area’s economy: the railway, the dairy factory and Bluck’s Transport, founded by his grandfather. Instead of becoming the third generation to run the family business, John followed the paths of two of his uncles – both Anglican bishops.

He studied theology and literature at the University of Canterbury, and then at graduate school in Cambridge, Massachusetts in the USA; he and his wife Liz met in a New York hospital where she was an intensive care nurse and he was chaplain.

Once back in New Zealand, his career

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continued its double strands of ministry and journalism (writing, editing and tutoring), across New Zealand.

During his early years John worked with Catholics in Boston (Cardinal Cushing was inspirational), became an Anglican minister in Gisborne and edited ‘The New Zealand Methodist’ in Auckland. Later he’d add the Presbyterians to his list when he became Professor of Practical Theology and Communication at Dunedin’s Knox College.

Ecumenism, the concept of promoting a unified church among all denominations of Christians, was John’s passion then and he worked as its advocate for decades. A tenyear stint as Director of Communications at the World Council of Churches in Geneva enabled him to travel the world encouraging diverse churches to work together.

As Dean of Christchurch Cathedral from 1990, he achieved some major milestones, such as leading the massive campaign to fund and build the visitors centre. But he says, “Looking back, I feel a bit like Don Quixote. Chasing the dream of ecumenism which ultimately didn’t happen, pouring work into the Cathedral, which then fell down…” John laughs wryly. Becoming the 14th Anglican Bishop of Waiapu in 2002 was a welcome change of pace before retiring in 2008.

A recurring motif in John’s life is pilgrimage.

“In its simplest form, pilgrimage just means going for a walk together and walking … expectantly. It’s all about crossing boundaries,” he says with a tricky smile.

Whether encouraging church leaders to step outside their comfort zones, or organising trips, as Bishop, to reconnect Māori and Pākehā with their shared histories, John deems regular, boundary-pushing journeying to be healthy for all.

This segues into another lifelong preoccupation (and recent podcast series): the question of how Māori and Pākehā can ever live together harmoniously. “The landscape of two cultures coexisting, overlaid with a dozen others, is fractured and more likely to erupt than Ruapehu,” he says. “But we won’t get anywhere closer to justice and mutual respect in NZ until the institutions which shape our lives reflect our diversity.” The new Labour cabinet elicits his cautious optimism.

John has always adored the movies and his entertaining podcast on the subject is wellinformed by both his own filmmaker offspring and regular visits to Matakana Cinemas. But apart from standing at the pulpit monthly at St Leonard’s in Matakana village, these days he mostly gardens, walks, thinks, and writes.

And we should certainly count ourselves lucky for the latter. www.rnz.co.nz/programmes/john-bluck-writes

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Back to School!

After a tough year of homeschooling and lockdowns, every parent deserves a bit of time out.

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Photographer: Kate Little - www.instagram.com/katelittlephotography Models: Local families Clothing supplied by Nomad + Home - www.nomadandhome.co.nz *This shoot is just a bit of fun for all the parents and caregivers out there who have done their best in 2020.

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You’ll find us in the Charlies Gelato store.

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BROWNIE

A gluten-free option for lunchboxes, afternoon tea or a treat for anyone!

INGREDIENTS

• 200g brown rice flour • 250g coconut sugar

• ½ cup dark chocolate chips

BANANA PANCAKES

• 5 ½ tbsp cacao powder • 7 tbsp coconut oil

These gluten-free pancakes are great for both kids and adults! They are super tasty and they go well in my kids’ lunchboxes.

• 1 tsp baking soda

INGREDIENTS

• Pinch of sea salt

• 2 free range eggs

• 4 tbsp tahini, I use unhulled • 200ml almond milk • 1 tsp baking powder

• 2 very ripe bananas • ½ cup buckwheat flour

Preheat oven to 175c on fan bake.

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients- flour, coconut sugar, cacao powder, chocolate chips, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

• 1 tsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp baking powder

• Coconut oil for cooking

In a small pot, melt the coconut oil, remove from the heat. Add the tahini and almond milk and mix well.

Line a 21cmx21cm baking tray with baking paper.

Combine all ingredients in a food processor. Let the batter sit for a few minutes. Heat a tablespoon of coconut oil in a pan (a cast iron pan is great).

Once hot, add approx. ¼ cup of the batter per pancake. When bubbly, flip and cook on the other side.

Combine everything and pour the mixture into the tray.

Cook for 30-35mins until cooked through but still a little fudgy in the middle.

Top them with a drizzle of maple syrup, a berry chia jam or some fresh berries.

Or just eat them on their own!

GREEN SMOOTHIE

A brilliant way to get lots of nutrients in to your children, without all the complaining.

INGREDIENTS • 1 ripe banana

• ¾ cup frozen mango

• A good bunch of greens- spinach, kale • 2 tbsp coconut cream • ¾ cup water

Place all ingredients into a powerful blender and blitz until smooth. www.facebook.com/almawholefood www.instagram.com/almawholefood

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CRUISE AND KAYAK ON THE MAHURANGI HARBOUR February brings settled weather, perfect for exploring this amazing harbour.

Tours include a kayak and oyster farm tour and exploring Auckland’s newest Regional Park.

Please contact us directly for more info.

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How to Save the World, One Podcast at a Time ‘How to Save the World’ is a little podcast show punching above its weight. Co-founder, and Matakana local, Waveney Warth had the idea for the show in 2018 when friends said they wanted to live more sustainably but did not have time to find eco-brands or wade through tsunami’s of information.

A long time environmental advocate, Waveney decided to create a podcast just for New Zealanders, focusing on simple, local solutions. The first step was to find a co-host, but finding the right person was not easy.

She recalls, “I knew I wanted a comedian, to balance out the earnestness of it all, but I didn’t know any, and it turned out ‘the zero pay and endless hours collaborating on a project with me’ was a tough sell.” Then, at a Christmas function, she stumbled across

award winning comedian and podcast extraordinaire, Tim Batt who happened to be looking for an opportunity to “do something positive” for the planet. The two teamed up and it’s a combination that seems to be working. Despite the potentially heavy subject matter, reviewers call the show “warm” and “inspiring”.

later, the show has a small team of dedicated

Topics range widely from clothing to pets to banking. Episodes run from 45 to 60 mins and always aim to connect people with their power to make a difference. Waveney cannot emphasize this enough, “we don’t talk about things we can’t do anything about, we just zero in on the huge impact of all the changes we can make – big or small, it all counts.” It is a theme that has struck a chord. Now in its second season, and 45,000 down loads

with a sprinkle of high profile guests.

volunteers and a solid fan base around the

world, who surprisingly do not seem to mind the New Zealand bias.

New episodes are released every second

Monday, accompanied by the blog. There is

also a binge ready back catalogue complete Episodes soon to be released include how

to source fish sustainably and an interview

with James Shaw on understanding carbon credits. To get connected - subscribe by visiting their website, and follow them on

Facebook and Instagram @htstwpodand. wwwhowtosavetheworld.nz

www.facebook.com/HowToSaveTheWorld

With longer days and hot weather this is a great time to get into your garden and maintain your trees.

At TreeContracts we can take care of all your tree, hedge and chipping needs. Operating since 2008, we are your local arborists carrying out all aspects of arboricultural service. Caring for sensitive and historical trees is our expertise. We can help.

TreeContracts – Helping you find better solutions for your trees.

021 849 040 | office@treecontracts.co.nz www.treecontracts.co.nz www.facebook.com/treecontracts 20

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You’re Invited

Information Evening There is so much in the media about the property market.

Come and join us to hear the facts and gain some useful advice from the experts.

Including speakers from the Bank, Law Firm, Town Planning, Auction Team and Recruitment.

Concluding with a Live Charity Auction!

It will be of interest to anyone thinking of selling, buying, investing or working in real estate

Thursday 11th February 2021

Registration is Highly Recommended

5.30 pm Refreshments 6.00 pm Start

Spaces are Limited warkworth@barfoot.co.nz

Warkworth Hotel Conference Suite

Register before 5th Feb and attend to enter a prize draw

9 Queen Street, Warkworth

LIVE IT, LOVE IT, SELL IT LIVE IT, LOVE IT, RENT IT

Warkworth Coast & Country

WARKWORTH—PUHOI—SANDSPIT—MAHURANGI—WELLSFORD—OMAHA—LEIGH SNELLS BEACH— ALGIES BAY—MARTINS BAY—SCOTTS LANDING—TAWHARANUI PAKIRI—KAIPARA FLATS— WHANGATEAU—MATAKANA—POINT WELLS

09 425 8742

Back to Nature Mangawhai Nature School had been on the wish list for founders Lou and Daniel Forward for a long time, and the catalyst to make that dream a reality came in the form of lockdown in March last year. After months of hard work Mangawhai Nature School opened, providing the perfect place for Primary/ Intermediate aged children to learn, explore, connect and grow amongst the beautiful New Zealand environment.

Mangawhai Nature School (MNS) is a “one day a week” school, meaning children attend their current school four days a week and can obtain permission to attend the Nature School one day a week on a regular basis. Best of both worlds! They also run a holiday program during the school holidays.

Located on a magical rural property in Mangawhai and run by a team of passionate qualified educators, they encourage curiosity, creativity, and the confidence to

explore learning through a different lens with their nature-based approach.

The team at Mangawhai Nature School believe in a collaborative approach to Education.

Learning amongst nature enables many skills to develop including patience, empathy, curiosity, creativity, initiative, bravery, risk management, critical thinking, spatial awareness, dexterity, improved strength, a sense of purpose beyond yourself, responsibility, emotional resilience, decreased anxiety, improved ability to concentrate and most importantly fun!

Learning amongst nature gives MNS students the space and freedom to explore their take on things, with guided activities and multiple solutions.

They are very grateful to have great relationships with the local schools and are continuously liaising to ensure they deliver a positive and collaborative education experience.

Mangawhai Nature School has four amazing and highly experienced Educators: Maree Stewart, Chris Rhodes, Susi Schroeder and Cara Sheilds. “The combined experience, skill set and energy these four Educators bring to Mangawhai Nature School is beyond what we could have wished for,” says Lou.

“We are incredibly grateful and humbled by the amazing community support we have received,” they tell us. “We opened with one session a week and the uptake has been so positive we are now offering sessions three days a week” in order to open it up to more students. “The feedback from the students and parents has been hugely positive with some parents even saying the experience has been life changing for their kids.”

Check them out of Facebook or call or email for more information.

021 0234 9108 mangawhainatureschool@gmail.com

Warkworth Rengaru Sections, 332 Komokoriki Hill Road

Escape to the Country Five sections on organic farm Each 1-1.57ha of regenerated land Stunning country views Restored wetlands & bush Grow your own produce Off-grid 21st Century living Close to amenities Tranquility (no road noise)

For more information see www.rengarusolarvillage.co.nz

Contact owner Bev Trowbridge 021 307 900 or agent Jo Montague 021 1385 663 to view For Sale View as advertised or by appt Trademe Listing 2488208613 www.rengarusolarvillage.co.nz

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Jo Montague

M 021 1385 663 | P 09 481 0912 jo.montague@harcourts.co.nz Cooper & Co Real Estate Ltd Licensed Agent REAA 2008

Wood Street Pizzeria is your local no nonsense family friendly licenced venue serving up great pizzas alongside local craft beer and fine wines.

Chalkboard tables provide great distraction to the younger clientele whilst the arcade games are equally popular with nostalgic adults.

Perfect laidback Mangawhai vibes.

12a Wood Street, Mangawhai Heads | 09 431 4051 www.woodstreetpizzeria.co.nz | www.facebook.com/woodstpizzeria

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Starting Young Building strong, happy and healthy kids is something all parents and caregivers want to achieve.

But it’s hard. All kids and their families are different. We all move in our own ways and we all enjoy different environments. Some kids want to climb, some kids want to skate, others want to dance or hunt and fish and of course many want to kick, catch and shoot hoops and goals.

At Fit365 they focus more on movement, body confidence and fun, and less about fitness, scores and times. If a child has knowledge of their body and is proud of being able to move it in many different ways, they will build physical strength and mobility and they will build confidence in their abilities.

This empowerment can be then transferred to any environment they choose.

mobility and pilates, Fit365 Mangawhai will

In their classes kids will jump, skip, push, pull, swing, hang, drag, carry, breathe, stretch, fist bump and smile.

that will improve your mental and physical

“We take a similar approach with our adults.’ says Fit365 Coach Aaron McIlwee.

“Movement is the primary goal, with strength, fitness and speed coming next. Move well with good technique consistently and you’re on your way to a happier, healthier and stronger you.”

in and you will be challenged and you

From strength and conditioning to nutrition,

aaron@fit365.co.nz

provide you with knowledge and action fitness. But here’s the kicker, you will have a whole heap of fun everytime you come will achieve.

For session times and more information check out their Facebook and Instagram pages @fit365mangawhai.

021 662 655

Do you know where your cheese comes from?

Ours comes from Charlotte, Pepper, Cloud, Pumpkin, Snow, Venus, Xena, Zephyr, Poppet...

Swim Evolution is a family run swim school in Te Hana.

We offer a high quality swim programme out of an indoor heated pool, year round.

Our programme runs from 6 months through to adults and is designed to develop your children’s swimming ability and confidence within the water. Most importantly, our classes promise plenty of fun!

Info.swimevolution@gmail.com 027 255 7360

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ONLINE www.honestchocolat.com MATAKANA VILL AGE 2 Matakana Val ley Rd Matakana 09 600 2442 @honestchocolatmatakana -

OPEN 7 DAYS

COMMERCIAL BAY Lowe r Al be rt Street Auckland 09 600 2521 @honestchocolatauckland

9AM – LATE Offering breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as cabinet food made fresh daily.

New Chef and New Menu.

Now open The Leigh Sawmill Bottle Shop – available during normal opening hours.

142 Pakiri Road, Leigh • 09 422 6019

WWW.LEIGHSAWMILL.CO.NZ

SALTED CARAMEL BISCUIT (GF (GF)) | ESPRESSO MARTINI BONBON (GF+dF (GF+dF)) EDIBLE CHOCOLATE CUP WITH CHOCOLATE MILK DOUBLE CHOCOLATE BROWNIE (GF (GF)) | HAZELNUT CARAMEL BATON (GF+dF (GF+dF))

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Seeds of Change ‘Paheko’ is a registered Charitable Trust acting as a conduit for people wishing to return to a harmonious way of life.

Its work includes reviving bio-diversity, regenerating ecosystems and strengthening community towards self-governance to increase resilience.

Members are working on practical and functional living systems that are designed based on recycling and up-cycling commonly wasted resources.

The collective has established a local food project called ‘Mahinga Kai’ located north of Kaiwaka. The aim is to reinvigorate the existing garden space and grow heritage and traditional crops including Kaanga Ma (a traditional white corn), kamokamo, kūmara and Māori potatoes with a focus on seed saving. This is an example for people to see how to grow food in their own backyard and to get more hands-on experience producing food from seed to seed.

In nature, when energy is cycled, living systems grow. For example, when leaves fall from a tree, they decompose, providing nutrients and an energy source for microbes, insects and other plants. Paheko uses nature as the guide seeking to restore natural harmony.

Saving your own seed means to collect your own seeds to have at home for next season’s planting. This way you can help conserve diversity and save the traditional varieties adapted to local conditions and ensure food resiliency and quality within your own community.

BLACK FERN MATAKANA Black Fern Lodge overlooks Ascension Vineyard and is perfect for bridal accommodations and celebrating special occasions.

Featuring up to five bedrooms (four ensuites), large gourmet kitchen and entertaining areas, heated pool, covered BBQ area with a kitchen and fireplace, Sky TV and wifi. Accommodates 2-10 people in private luxury.

Small events are welcome.

454 Matakana Rd, Warkworth 021 189 4242 blackfernmatakana@gmail.com www.blackfernmatakana.com

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The actions of the members of the Paheko Project fit into a bigger vision which is the creation of a model for Papakāinga (a village of three or more houses operating as an intentional community) that will nurture the inhabitants and the environment and is based on permaculture and bio harmonic design.

Paheko welcomes the participation of openminded people who are solution-focused towards the future. Be part of a collective guided by the same principles, rooted in a deep feeling of remembrance of the beauty and importance of all that is natural.

Find out more by following them on Instagram, or contact then by email. www.instagram.com/thepahekoproject thepahekoproject@gmail.com

Anne Holman Registered Marriage Celebrant

Creating the ceremony you want.

0274 938279 anne@rsvpevents.co.nz www.rsvpevents.co.nz RSVP special events RSVP special events

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New Year Wellness

ARCADIA NATURAL HEALTH STORE This boutique health store is located in the heart of Warkworth in the Arcade, offering a beautiful ambient atmosphere and friendly knowledgeable advice. They have a passion for the environment and supporting local businesses and offer plenty of local and sustainable goods. The practitioner room hosts a Homeopath, a Reflexologist, and a Shiatsu Massage Therapist, and also offer Ear Candling sessions.

Some of their products include:

• Supplements • Homeopathics • NZ Essential Oils • Natural hair, body and skin care • Organic teas • Bach flower remedies Plus loads of other interesting items!

09 425 9623 www.arcadiahealthwarkworth.co.nz

COSKIN BLISS BEAUTY THERAPY DF 11 Environ Facials, LED Light Therapy, Dermal Needing with the amiea med ExCeed, dermalplaning, peels, microdermabrasion, waxing, tinting, manicures, pedicures, electrolysis, spray tanning, brows, lashes and mens grooming.

Stockists of Environ Skincare and Jane Iredale Makeup.

5 Insley Street, Mangawhai | 021 151 8588 www.blissbeautytherapy.co.nz charlotte@blissbeautytherapy.co.nz

Recently added to the CoSkin range is Jointment for the relief of pain, inflammation and neuralgia associated with conditions such as arthritis and RSI. Designed using aromatherapy based on clinical studies.

One customer writes: “Jointment is the one product that really works for me for the pain in my hands and foot. I have arthritis and carpal tunnel problems from a lifetime of building. I put it on daily so I can get moving in the mornings.”

021 677376 www.coskin.nz | info@coskin.nz

DIVINELY FEMININE Divinely Feminine is a haven for self care located near the heart of Matakana Village.

Owner and practitioner Amanda van Hoppe, offers a unique range of therapeutic treatments from her home studio, designed to restore balance and bring about a renewed sense of wellbeing. Offerings include: • Therapeutic Massage • Facial Gua Sha • Sound Healing • Flower Essences Grounded in science and guided by intuition, each session is personalised and delivered with presence, skill and empathy. Contact Amanda for enquires or book online.

Yoga & Sound Journey 8 February 7pm.

Book at www.divinelyfeminine.nz www.divinelyfeminine.nz info@divinelyfeminine.nz

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SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING Come and Try Scottish Country Dancing.

A fun, active and social way of keeping your body and brain healthy as well as enabling you to make new friends.

Dancing, especially structured social dancing, has been proved to help slow down the aging process through keeping fit and meeting socially. Visit www.dancescottish.org.nz.

Kaiwaka Scottish Country Dancing Club meets Wednesday mornings from 10 Feb, 10am12pm in the Kaiwaka Memorial Hall, (Beginners Classes 9.30-11.30am) Trained Teacher.

There are also clubs in Warkworth and Waipu, both meet Monday evenings.

027 432 0032 | elainegold@xtra.co.nz

FITNESS HUB Fitness Hub is a community fitness studio with convenient swipe card access located in the Mahurangi Shopping Centre Snells Beach.

They provide a comfortable, non-threatening training environment catering to all ages and abilities and those who are committed to achieving their health and fitness goals.

You’re welcome to pop in for a chat or to visit their facility within supervised hours: Monday: 4pm-7pm Wednesday: 9am-12pm Thursday: 3pm-6pm Saturday: 9am-11am 0220931196 | snellsfitnesshub@gmail.com www.fitnesshub.co.nz (To sign up online)

HYPNO MATTERS HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO Fun Day with free prizes at the Health and Wellness Expo, sponsored by Trinity Chiropractic. 21 February 2021 from 1.30-5.30pm at the Warkworth Town Hall.

Entry is a gold coin or non-perishable food donation that will go to support our local community. Come and enjoy the day discovering how to improve your health and wellbeing. For the list of health providers, seminars and demonstrations check out the facebook event - search Health and Wellness Expo Warkworth.

PIP ANDREWS THE HOMEOPATH What is Homeopathy?

Homeopathy is a gentle, natural health care system.

Homeopathy draws on a person’s individual symptom picture to find the best remedy to suit.

Why use Homeopathy?

Health plans and remedies are uniquely tailored for each case.

It is cost effective, when compared with conventional health care.

The Virtual Gastric Band Would you like to lose weight without dieting?

Fed up with counting calories?

Been there, done that, bought the t-shirt?

The Menopause Relief Program Do you find yourself sweating buckets?

Feel like a volcano erupting?

Feel out of control?

The FertilityByHypnosis® Program Been trying to conceive for ages?

Suffered from PCOS, miscarriages or unexplained infertility?

Feeling sad, scared, angry, fed up being told “It will be ok?’

For further information feel free to call or contact Lindsay.

Remedies can be taken alongside your current medical treatment.

Contact Jeanette for a confidential chat to discuss how she can help you and get you to where you want to be.

021 980 852 | Lindsay@trinitychiro.co.nz

021 1249125 | www.thehomeopath.co.nz

022 0429 535 | www.hypnomatters.com

GYM SPOT Welcome to GymSpot - this is exactly how your experience will feel when you become a part of their community.

Our facility will provide you with the following; • Somewhere comfortable to train • Plenty of equipment and plenty of parking • Unlimited access included in your membership • Clean training and shower facilities • A personalised start up appointment • Membership options to suit you • Upfront payment options • Personal Training • Bootcamp and Stretch Classes included in your membership Call in for a No Obligation Trial session or simply call them or send a message on Facebook - they look forward to helping you achieve your health and wellness goals!

BREE LE ROUX LIFE COACHING

1/23 Morrison Drive, Warkworth | 09 422 2600 www.gymspot.co.nz

• Life Coaching • Business Coaching • Corporate Workshops • Self-Love and Worth Courses • Business Creation and Development Bree Le Roux Life Coaches have qualifications and experience across counselling, psychology and coaching.

Location: Upstairs next to Blush Beauty Lounge, 2 Matakana Village, Matakana 021 0266 2140 | www.breeleroux.com AD FEATURE

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INGRID YOGA Ingrid has been in the health and wellness industry for over 20 years.

With a background in exercise prescription, nutrition, yoga and breathwork she brings this knowledge into her classes, courses and health coaching.

Daily yoga classes for all levels are held in Warkworth. Yoga, breathwork and meditation workshops regularly.

MUSE HAIR Melissa has been in the Hair and Beauty industry for over 20 years. She is an avid believer in both the health of your hair and body, but also the environment.

If you would like to take your health (physical, mental and emotional) to another level this year her 8 week Vibrant Health and Wellbeing course begins in February.

Online or in person. Details on website.

Using the latest colour technology from O&M, free from free radicals and chemicals that can harm you and the environment.

021 707 486 | www.ingridyoga.co.nz

021 641 683 | 32 Old Kaipara Rd, Warkworth

Notice the change with beautiful smell shine and lush locks.

SPRING STUDIO PILATES Take time for yourself this year, to move better and feel your best. Spring Studio offers a bright and beautiful space for you to come and take time to strengthen, mobilise and realign your body.

They would love you to come and try one their classes or a private lesson. nicole@springstudio.co.nz www.springstudio.co.nz

DENTAL DOMAIN Maintaining your oral health is a new year's resolution idea that can, and should, be sustained for life.

Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly can help prevent oral conditions like gum disease and bad breath. In addition, the Dental Domain dentists recommend an exam and hygiene clean at least once a year.

What's more, some research suggests that gum disease may be associated with serious health conditions, such as Alzheimer's and heart disease, making oral care all the more important.

Let’s remind ourselves that reaching our health goals are best achieved by taking small, and sustainable steps. Meet with one of the Dental Domain dedicated dentists in Mangawhai to discuss how they can help you achieve your optimal oral health and wellbeing this year.

09 777 4343 | care@dentaldomain.co.nz

TALL TOTARA STUDIO A tranquil space you can retreat to for an hour or a full day.

Set among native bush and located on the stunning Mahurangi West Peninsula.

Tall Totara Studio offer scheduled yoga classes, a unique meeting venue and full day retreat options for small teams.

Take the opportunity to escape the workplace, find space to connect and think more clearly.

Full meeting facilities for groups of up to 10 people with the option of including wellness sessions as part of the day. The workshops give participants tools to better manage stress levels, be more productive at work and improve their overall sense of wellbeing.

021 709 966 | www.talltotara.co.nz

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PAROHE RETREAT KAWAU ISLAND Opening Autumn 2021 A 25 hectare secluded native forest and harbour location is being transformed into a luxury 20 room retreat.

Stay for a 2 or 3 day program of meditation, yoga, pilates, hiking, paddleboarding, kayaking and make use of the outdoor gym, swimming pool, outdoor bath, sauna and massage facilities.

Indulge in their own garden grown menu with locally caught fish.

Stressed or wanting to connect with nature or starting/enhancing a fitness regime?

Join the Parohe Retreat and book a cabin, cabana, villa or even the honeymoon suite.

SKINPERFECTOR OM TARA MANGAWHAI Experience divine blissful energy, flooding and nourishing your 30+ trillion cells, recharging organs, tissues, glands, establishing a pattern of health and happiness while invigorating your self-healing process.

Perfect for stress and anxiety, grief, health issues and mental and emotional health.

Deeply relaxing Harmonyum sessions are the place to experience 'you'.

Skinperfector, a unique, boutique skincare haven where clients receive superior results and exceptional care.

Caroline is a Master Facialist, Advanced Dermal Technician, Educator, and founder of her own designer Skin Treatments.

The private and tranquil skincare and wellness centre is situated in Mangawhai Heads where you can experience the gold standard in contemporary Facials.

Caroline uses a broad range of quality, individually and ethically sourced prescription-only products guaranteeing a premium service in-salon and at home.

Catch the ferry to our wharf in Moores Bay.

Diann Glucina Harmonyum (USA) Practitioner, Classical Homeopath (Dip Hom), Kinesiology (Cert IV), Reiki Master, Hi-Frequency essence maker, Dowser, Energetic clearings - house and land.

parohe@equinoxgroup.co.nz

www.diglucina.com | 021 250 7461

www.skinperfector.co.nz | 021 274 1919

TALBOT DANCE ACADEMY

YOGABODY – MATAKANA

BLUSH BEAUTY Christine has been operating Blush Beauty Lounge in Matakana Village for over 17 years! She specialises in Environ Treatment Facials as well as electrolysis, waxing, brows, tinting, pedicures, manicures and makeup lessons. Stockist of Environ skincare, Jane Iredale mineral makeup and Coola suncare.

Situated in the heart of the village above Matakana Pharmacy.

09 422 9007

Create gorgeous friendships as your little dancer twirls, leaps and spins!

If you're looking for the perfect class for your little dancer then contact Talbot Dance Academy to enrol for 2021.

Book an appointment today and discover how easy it is to have perfect skin.

Susie Lever – Senior Iyengar Yoga Teacher.

Classes start back Monday 25 January 2021.

“Yoga is the golden key which unlocks the door to peace, tranquility, and joy." BKS Iyengar.

Make 2021 a year of Healing, Health and Happiness.

Talbot Dance Academy is Warkworth’s premiere dance school. They inspire dancers to discover their passion and excel in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Classes Monday to Friday, to suit everyone and every need.

www.talbotdanceacademy.co.nz 021 129 0113

021 039 4483 | www.yogabody.co.nz

Email or text to book a class.

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MOVEABLE FEAST MATAKANA

At Puhoi Valley Café and Cheese Store we provide a unique and memorable destination stop & experience for customers. We enjoy sharing our award-winning cheese and ice cream and provide café meals and a full beverage range, including local coffee, beer and wines.

Funtime Food Truck Fiesta 5-9pm at

8 WIRED

Assorted Puhoi Valley cheese, celebration wheel cakes, cheese packs & products can also be purchased at the retail store and taken away to enjoy.

We are open 9.30am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday and 9.00am to 4.30pm Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.

BARREL WORKS

56 MATAKANA VALLEY RD

Hosted By

No Public Holiday Surcharge 275 Ahuroa Rd, Puhoi (4 km off SHW 1)

09 422 0670 or www.puhoivalley.co.nz for reservations

Fossick & Find

INTERESTING THINGS, HARD TO FIND ELSEWHERE Buoyant sales have depleted some reserve stock; the full range is still available, however shipping hold-ups may result in replacement delays. Prompt decisions are advised to avoid disappointment.

An eclectic collection displayed over 5 themed galleries: Antique, Vintage & Modern Decorative Arts, Paintings, Maps, Curios, Model Yachts & Ships, World Globes, Maritime Memorabilia, Ships’ Clocks, Tide Clocks, Barometers, Silver, Jewellery, Ladies Clothing & Accessories, Soft Furnishings, Affordable Gifts, Coastal Themed Items, Vintage Collectables, Kids Games, etc.

February Hours of Business Anniversary & Waitangi Mondays 1st and 8th: 10am-1pm Also: Weekly Friday to Sunday: 10am-3pm 41 MATAKANA VALLEY RD, (Next to Hall) MATAKANA VILLAGE

Ample parking on site. Mobility access Enquiries Tel: Barbara 021 744 999 or Chris 021 764 183; Shop (when open): 09 423 0125 E: fossickandfind@xtra.co.nz. Website: www.fossickandfind.co.nz

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December 27th January 3rd & 23rd February 6th & 20th March 20th

Come join us for another season of Moveable Feast Matakana, featuring some of Auckland’s best Street Food.

Relaxed vibes, live music and fun for the whole family.

Off the Beaten Track 2020 was a rollercoaster for most and a challenge for many. For Damon Birchfield and Dee West, a self-proclaimed “lockdown love affair” or “covid couple” have found their combined passions for social and environmental justice have led them to a love of all things local and have big plans to learn and regenerate alongside the 50 acre plot of land they have been improving since their relationship began in 2018.

“I am absolutely convinced that soil health and living simply are integral to my own health and the health of the planet,” says Dee, a former world traveller and international speaker. “New Zealand’s borders closing gave us a chance to slow down to a manageable pace, and really appreciate that we live in paradise and have an obligation to protect it.”

The couple spent several weeks without internet or phone access in the off-grid

“treehouse” home that Dee and her former partner Steve West built in 2010. During their isolation at the property, Damon had to commute in their electric car to the end of the road to get cell phone reception so he could carry on working as the CEO of Ecomatters Environment Trust, based in West Auckland.

2021 will see the couple pushing ahead

“This year has been a unique opportunity for people to slow down and think about their relationships,” says Damon. “Not only our relationships with people, technology and the community, but also the planet. We were given a chance to live simply and in-tune with nature in a way that never would have happened were it not for all the chaos of 2020. The most encouraging and exciting part of this adventure was the realisation that we really like living off grid and far more simply, especially Dee who used to fly all over the place. Literally and figuratively,” Damon volunteered in good humour.

grid home is available for rent through the

with planting and planning for an inclusive regenerative agriculture project, including

off-grid accommodation options on the idyllic hillside site only a few kilometres from the Matakana Village centre.

The open planned, Scandinavian styled, offAirbnb app. Several large groups of up to

15 people have been through and enjoyed the off-grid experience. There is limited

satellite internet available (as the couple

have several teenage children who struggle

without internet access), so guests can stay connected or switch off as they please.

Get in touch via Instagram or Twitter

@deehobbit, or find them on Facebook. www.facebook.com/offthegrid2013 www.airbnb.co.nz/rooms/6327533

Supplying quality household water for over 35 years

Mangawhai Air Conditoning & Heat Pumps

Warwick Rhodes Contractors Ltd specialises in: Air Conditioning

Heat Pumps

Northland Wide Installation, Maintenance & Repairs

Refrigeration

• Metal supplies • Driveways • Site Works

Home Ventilation

0800 COOL 00 gavin@coolwave.co.nz

• Excavation • Household water deliveries

We have been delivering water to households in the local area for over 35 years, offering town & artesian water.

0800 2665 00

www.coolwave.co.nz

• Dams • Roading • House sites

REGISTERED DRINKING WATER SUPPLIER IN NEW ZEALAND

09 425 8454 | 0800 747 928 | 14 Hudson Road, Warkworth enquiries@rhodesforroads.co.nz www.rhodesforroads.co.nz

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Th e Fa r m ers D a u g hte r O p e n i n g H o u rs T H E ESP RESSO BAR 7A M-3 P M , Monday-Sunday Over looking t he veget a ble g arde ns and out to the O maha e stuary, s er v ing E ight Thir ty E s presso, Ice d Matcha Latte ’s, Col d Pre sse d Juice + Wild Delicious Ferme nte d Wate r Ke ffi e r, Fre sh S al ads, S a ndw ich’s , Ca kes + B a ke d Goods to di ne i n or take away.

T H E DINING ROOM 8 A M-3 P M, We dne sday-Sunday For br unch a nd lunch wi th a spe ctacul ar vi ew, and a s ust a ina ble focus , w it h a de l i sh me nu for the ki ds too.

A PER IT IVO HOUR + COCKTAIL BAR 1 2P M-8 P M, Thursday, Fri day + S aturday A n extens ive w ine list , cra f t bee r, Pe roni on tap and a be spoke cocktai l m enu cha m pioning s ea s ona l i ngre di e nts. Se rve d al ongsi de summe r s na cks s uch a s Whipped Parfai t and l ocal l y made Burrata.

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Finding Where the Wild Things Are Wild Matakana is the new go to site for all your locally made artisan food products. The Matakana Village Farmers’ Market is iconic for its amazing market vibe, delicious food and incredible artisan products - always a must visit when you are in the region.

But with visitors from around New Zealand heading in each week to stock up on their favourites you may feel you miss out - so Wild Matakana was formed.

Hosting over ten local stall holders and with the hopes of adding chilled products later in the year, it's your one stop shop for your market delicacies. The environmental footprint at Wild Matakana is a large part of their business ethos. All the products on the site are locally and ethically made, the majority of products are in glass packaging for easy reusing or recycling, in home compostable packaging or are working with Wild Matakana to become so. They use a CEMARS certified courier company

committed to reducing their emissions and all their orders are sent using recycled packaging with home compostable tape.

One thing Wild Matakana founder Josie Jackson loves about small businesses is that they are champions at supporting other small businesses. Swiss Bliss chocolates uses locally grown honey, fruits and nuts. Puhoi River Cottage uses homegrown products from around Puhoi; Wild Rimurimu supports initiatives on the East Cape or Matakana. Beeswax Wraps uses Matakana Honey wax. Business cards and labels are locally made, with a small carbon footprint.

Wild Matakana is now also the proud host of Matakana Coast Zero Waste, making access to their workshop releases, booking and payment options easier.

After a sold-out workshop season in 2020 Zero Waste Matakana Coast is starting the

2021 workshop season with a goodie - New Zealand’s very own foraging guru, Peter Langlands (Google this amazing guy) will be offering four local foraging tours. In the three to four hour workshops you will be shown what is on offer in our local region for foraging, discuss everything foraging and in select workshops prepare, cook and eat your foraged finds. You can’t get much more zero waste than that! Tickets prices and more details available Monday 1 February.

Sign up for the newsletter on their website www.wildmatakana.co.nz to keep up to date on new product launches, recipes and workshop releases.

Follow Wild Matakana @wildmatakana Instagram and Facebook for updates and news. www.facebook.com/wildmatakana www.facebook.com/wildmatakana

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Keep Left Fresh thinking and fresh produce go hand-inhand at Left Fields Market Garden, in rural Waipu.

Vegetables and ‘Pick Your Own’ flowers are currently grown on their quarter acre (increasing to a total growing area of a half acre) by husband and wife team, Gus and Jen Ross who grow food and flowers under a ‘No-Dig, No-Spray’ method.

The idea of establishing a small-scale market garden came about when the couple made the decision to leave their jobs and move out of Auckland to pursue a different pace of life on the land. Growing vegetables has always been a passion for green-fingered Gus who has many happy childhood memories of foraging in his grandparent’s vegetable garden in rural Hawke’s Bay. And for Jen, growing cut flowers was a natural extension and symbiotic accompaniment to the vegetable production.

The couple take pride in the satisfaction they get from farming by hand (no tractors and no mechanisation) under a ‘No-dig, No-Spray’ style of market gardening. The ‘No-Dig’ method of growing was an obvious choice for the couple as Waipu Clay is the dominant soil type on their property. Under the ‘NoDig’ method, perennial weeds are killed by

smothering with tarpaulin for several weeks then, rather than digging into the ground, cardboard is laid out as a foundation (several layers thick) and garden beds are built on top of the ground using organic matter and compost.

A major advantage to the ‘No-dig’ growing method is the reduced weed pressure, when soil is left undisturbed any weed seeds present will remain dormant in the soil and will not germinate. Adding organic matter and leaving the soil undisturbed (no digging) also benefits soil fertility by allowing beneficial soil microorganisms to establish their communities and feed off the soil’s organic matter. A healthy soil biome, in turn, supports plant immunity and health.

The decision to grow ‘Spray Free’ was a no-brainer for the couple. Safe, traceable

and sustainable food production is of utmost importance at Left Fields where food can be eaten straight from the ground, and seasonal flowers are hand picked and enjoyed from field to vase. The couple say their ecoconscious consumers demand to know how, where, and by whom their food is grown, and in support of this, Left Fields is open to view (by appointment) and warmly welcomes visits by consumers who wish to see the gardens and learn more. Pick Your Own Flowers is also by appointment.

For more information or to learn where to purchase Left Fields' produce, visit their Instagram or Facebook Pages. You can also contact Jen on 0224531822 or email leftfields.waipu@gmail.com. www.instagram.com/left_fields_waipu www.facebook.com/leftfieldsmarketgarden

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Rosé Wines to Enjoy

BRICK BAY ROSÉ

Brick Bay’s 2020 Rosé is proving popular as always and won’t be around for long. The current vintage, made from our Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Merlot, has received some amazing reviews from both Bob Campbell (Master of Wine) and Cameron Douglas (Master Sommelier).

With a 95 point rating it’s well worth a try this summer. A distinctive off-dry wine that is evocative of summer berries, with generous layers of perfumed fruits, an elegant minerality and a lingering refreshing finish what’s not to love!

Celebrate Rosé day on 5 February by booking a table at The Glass House overlooking the stunning pink water lilies in full bloom.

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BROOKELANE VINEYARD ROSÉ

Nestled in magical Mangawhai Valley, BrookeLane Vineyard is the home of the popular ’Tipsy Tui’ Rosé.

HERON’S FLIGHT ROSATO Heron’s Flight Dolcetto Rosé is the perfect summer companion.

A unique blend of our Syrah and Pinot Gris grapes grown on the vineyard, this Rosé is light in colour, beautifully balanced and provides fantastic seasonal berry flavours.

Produced by one of Matakana’s oldest vineyards, this refreshing and balanced wine is fruit forward and soft on the front, with a nice hit of zing on the finish.

Strawberries and Cream comes through strongly in this medium dry styled Rosé, which can be enjoyed as an anytime wine for any occasion.

The nose is packed full of strawberries. Like any good Italian Rosé, a slight effervescence dances across the palate. Enjoy on its own or pair with food.

Tastings are available at BrookeLane Vineyard located at 52 Brooke Lane, Mangawhai between 11am-5pm.

SCULPTUREUM CAMILLE ROSÉ 2020 Get 20% off during February on 6 or 12 bottle packs (RRP $29 per bottle) Camille Rosé presents in a crisp, dry style with aromatics hinting of strawberries and white florals. Made using traditional Rosé techniques, melon, red berries and citrus trace the palate, while natural acidity and generous mouth feel adds balance. It will mature with a subtle softening of flavours highlighting the wine’s overall complexity.

A limited release carries on Sculptureum’s boutique vineyard desire to create an elegant wine that can be enjoyed all year.

'You may even get to meet Tui Tui'.

Order online or visit the cellar door to enjoy. Mention you saw this feature to receive a free tasting!

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Sip in the Sun this NZ Rosé Day New Zealand’s sixth Rosé Day is set to colour beaches, backyards and social feeds pink on Friday 5 February, 2021 as wine lovers are celebrating one of their favourite wine holidays with Rosé picnics around the country.

What makes this style so hot right now is a multitude of styles available. Sip NZ’s founder Caro Jensen, who recently moved to Matakana wine country, says “the variety has come a long way and wine lovers can now choose from a wide variety of styles, sweetness levels and price points, with the premium Rosé category experiencing a significant increase over the years”.

Rosé drinkers in New Zealand have found a taste for lighter, drier, more savoury styles such as those you would find in Provence, and Kiwi wineries are responding to consumer preferences successfully crafting Rosé wines inspired by iconic French estates.

Rosé is now New Zealand’s fourth largest

wine export, having overtaken Chardonnay last year and is just a fraction behind Pinot Gris. And with the 2020 vintage offering “outstanding” examples, the sixth New Zealand Rosé Day on Friday 5 February is set to be a highlight for wine lovers.

The collaborative initiative of leading Kiwi Rosé producers was established by the wine marketing company Sip NZ in 2016 as a way to educate wine lovers about the style and raise awareness of New Zealand made Rosé.

Being faced with a multitude of challenges, it’s more important than ever to support local makers.

The Matakana wine region is represented by two stellar examples of the pink drink in this year’s collaborative initiative. Family

winemakers Yakutin and Sculptureum’s Camille 2020 Rosé wines are set to delight sippers with their crisp and dry Provencal styles.

New Zealand Rosé Day will kick-off the long weekend in the peak of summer, with pink picnics across the country’s beaches and social feeds. Caro says, “a pink picnic and glass of chilled Rosé are the perfect way to spend a Friday afternoon in our beautiful backyard.”

Follow @sipnzwine on Instagram and Facebook to join in on the #nzroseday celebrations. www.sipnzwine.com www.drinkfo.com

The Village Wines hosts a specially curated selection of international and local fine wines, top tier spirits and New Zealand craft beers.

Our ticketed tastings cater to all in a fun and informative environment showcasing unique and exceptional products.

Visit us instore at 1a Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai or online for local deliveries at www.thevillagewines.co.nz 09 431 5220 | www.facebook.com/thevillagemangawhai SAVOUR

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Macadamia Rocky Road There are plenty of versions of Rocky Road out there but the macadamias and Turkish Delight in this recipe add an extra layer of indulgence!

INGREDIENTS • 500g good quality dark chocolate • 1 cup of macadamia nuts, halved • 150g mini marshmallows • 1 00g Turkish Delight, chopped into small pieces

METHOD Dry roast the macadamias at 120 degrees celsius for approx.

25 minutes and allow to cool.

Line a slice tin with baking paper.

Gently melt the chocolate using a double boiler.

Fold all the ingredients (including the macadamias) into the chocolate and then pour the whole mixture into the prepared tin.

Place the tin in the fridge to allow the mixture to set.

Once set, use a hot knife to cut into desired serving-size pieces.

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Demand for Macadamia nuts continues to increase, partly because their high fat and low sugar content aligns with current healthy eating trends, like the keto diet, which emphasises the benefits of eating healthy fats.

Macadamias are also a great inclusion in a vegan diet as a source of protein and for the ease with which they make a delicious plant milk or nut butter.

‘Nutty For You’ grow macadamias spray-free at their Waipu orchard - if you have travelled through Northland on a regular basis you can’t have missed it next to State Highway One! They are passionate about producing good food and so take great care of their macadamias at every step from the tree to the table to ensure a high-quality result that captures the unique characteristics the nut is so coveted for.

Pop into their on-site shop at 62 Shoemaker Road Waipu, to see their range of macadamia products and try some of the free samples on offer. Alternatively check out the selection available to purchase online or follow them on Facebook for news and updates. www.nuttyforyou.co.nz www.facebook.com/NuttyForYouNZ

Harbourside Estate – A Coastal Community Dubbed ‘Magical’ by the locals, the Mangawhai lifestyle experience is more that of a never-ending summer holiday than the day-to-day grind of commuter life.

In this growing township nestles Harbourside Estate, a successful boutique development of 24 freehold lots. Once the Village’s sports field, the grounds are now more focussed upon relaxation than athletics with a kayak launch and sparkling swimming pool for residents to enjoy. That’s not to say they must live a quiet life though with a myriad of water and land activities locally to partake in as they desire.

The vibe of tranquility and care for fellow community members is palpable here.

Resident Janice has a campervan and likes the occasional jaunt. Her only restriction to spending more time away is her cat. “Whilst I’m away, my wonderful neighbours ensure that ‘Squeak’ is well taken care of,” a grateful Janice comments. She hails from a Matakana lifestyle block and her desire to downsize and find a retreat with a view through Pohutukawa to the sea seemed financially out of reach. Then she discovered Harbourside. Now almost two years on, her cherished Hibiscus trees have grown,

a colourful bougainvillea coils around the pergola and out back an incredible edible garden flourishes. She loves being able to walk a few metres, drop her paddleboard into the estuary and indulge her passion for the water.

Fellow residents Steve and Elena yearned for a lock up and leave with a beachy feel but it wasn’t just about the house for them, they wanted to be part of a special community.

When they came upon this Estate, Elena tearfully declared “This is it.” They worked regularly abroad so as the build commenced, interior samples were mailed to them for decision making. "We had a design in mind and it was important that it be passive solar,” said Steve. The highly energy efficient and extremely functional contemporary Seville design fit the brief. Temporarily unable to continue their work overseas, they embarked on a creative outlet and now sell a variety of goods at the vibrant Saturday market, conveniently located adjacent.

Lou and Robyn live just down the little cul-desac. “On a Saturday, we roll open the sliders, let the sunshine in and imbibe the festive

atmosphere the morning markets bring,” says Robyn.

For those fortunate to live here, it is clear that this unique development is special to them. Time is running out to buy and share in that good fortune with just two showhomes and one section now left to view.

Should you be interested in an affordable coastal lifestyle, Laureen and Letitia invite you to attend their open homes on Saturdays from 11am-12pm, or feel free to call and book a private viewing.

Letitia Partridge 0272 748 779 letitia.partridge@bayleys.co.nz Laureen Hayes 021 431 386 laureen.hayes@bayleys.co.nz www.bayleys.co.nz/1151852

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Introducing Mark Catley We are delighted to welcome Mark Catley to our Takapuna office.

The lifestyle home and luxury coastal property segment resonates strongly with Mark who is able to professionally harness his undeniable passion for people and property.

Whether you are a vendor or purchaser Mark is committed to ensuring that you have an extraordinary experience with New Zealand Sotheby’s International Realty.

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Fresh and Delicious Ceviche

With 15 years of experience in South America, a team of two Chefs, Karl Bro (Kiwi) and Danny Morales (Peru), and Anita Araya (Chile) with background as a Restaurant Manager, have come to New Zealand to conquer the palates of the people of Mangawhai.

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• A bout 700 gm fresh fish (anything firm is good), cut into smallish squares

• 250 gm cooked Kumara (sliced)

• Salt/white pepper to taste • 1 red onion (sliced thinly washed in cold water a couple of times) • 1 or 2 (depending on how hot you want it) Aji Limo chilli, or any spicy chilli peppers you have on hand • Coriander 1/2 cup loose fresh leaves • Lemons/limes 8-15 more or less Mix the lemon, salt, fish, onion and coriander together. Set aside for about 10 minutes before serving.

• C runchy maize (corn) or crispy fried shallots or kumara... it’s nice to have something crunchy in it!

• Lettuce **Optional, Leche de Tigre (Tiger’s milk)! Make a fish stock with coriander, onion, ginger, garlic. When it’s cold strain, mix with the lemon juice and a few pieces of fish and blend, then mix with the fish. You can add other shellfish, prawns, squid as well for a “Ceviche Mixto”.

Great on a hot summer day with an ice bucket of Sauvignon Blanc!

LatiNZ Café-Catering is located at Mangawhai Golf Club and offers breakfast, lunch, brunch, homemade food and fresh daily baking.

Friday nights see a Buffet Dinner served from 6 to 8 pm, and Sunday BreakfastBrunch Buffet is from 9am to 12pm.

Regular hours on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 4pm. Closed Monday and Thursday.

LatiNZ also performs catering events, dinners, drinks, cocktails, wine and food pairings, weddings and private functions.

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The New Year is here and so are the latest Sylvester and Cooper ranges and for the first time OBI!! With the beautiful weather extending into our favourite Summer month, be ready with a new outfit for your family gatherings, weddings, 21st parties, or that special birthday. Support local this Summer with a coveted outfit, accessory or gift from Dimity.

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A Peaceful Paradise Words Leah Botherway

If you told Amy Dinniss (previously Keenan) five years ago that she would be living beachfront in Algies Bay, she would never have believed you. Mind you, if you told her anything about what she had in store, she definitely wouldn’t have believed you. It took a tumultuous journey that began with a life-changing medical diagnosis and ended with not only living at a seafront property that she’s always “felt an incredible connection” with, but also a whole new outlook on life.

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Beach and she spent many summers bringing her young children up to spend time with their grandparents. It was on these trips that she would take some time out and run to the far end of Algies Bay and back again.

At the turnaround point, she fell in love with a piece of land where she would one day design and build a light and airy family home.

With a Degree in Interior Architecture from Victoria University and over 20 years' experience working as an interior designer for superyachts, Amy sketched

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the plans for the house alongside Rob Early at Archidesinz. Together they came up with a spacious, light-filled home where every room has a view looking out over the Tawharanui Peninsula.

What is referred to locally as the ‘Black Boat House’, the design is simple and has been built to focus entirely on the home’s surroundings. Every room has been carefully considered in order to maximise the views across the water. Whether it’s relaxing in the bath on a winter’s evening or entertaining

guests at the custom-made Brazilian Quartzite kitchen bench, every one of Amy’s favourite spaces in the house comes down to that magical view, “I love that it’s tidal so the view is constantly changing,” Amy says.

Focusing on simple, classic design throughout, the tongue and groove detailing and extra high ceilings offer character to what are otherwise basic spaces. Every aspect of the home has been designed to be both timeless and soft with a natural palette that makes you feel relaxed from the moment you walk through the front door. “There is something quite magical about the location and the spaces. I watch people do an ‘outbreath’ as they walk in,” says Amy. Throughout the home, there are small, tasteful nods to the surroundings - be it an antique, nautical map of the local area or the ship porthole mirror in the en-suite bathroom, which cleverly doubles as a laundry chute.

Amy’s personal brief wasn’t just to create a beautiful, relaxing home, but due to her health at the time so many other aspects needed to be considered. “The building materials and finishings had to be carefully selected for minimal chemical exposure and off-gassing,” says Amy. One of the symptoms of Amy’s diagnosis was sensitivity to sound and therefore the master bedroom was built with this in mind so she would always have her own peaceful area to retreat to.

Amy is now a picture of health with an infectious, positive attitude to life and what it throws at you along the way. She is now back growing her interior design business, Amy Dinniss Interiors, and, looking for a new property in the area to create what I’m sure will be a carefully and beautifully designed home that represents a new chapter of life. www.amydinniss.co.nz archidesignmail@gmail.com

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The Real Good Life In September 2018, Dave and Myfanwy along with their boys, Mason and Nate, brought 2.5 acres of volcanic soil in Mangawhai. The dream for their family was to have more space for the kids to grow up and grow as much of their own produce as possible.

“The land was an old avocado orchard which had been subdivided, “ says Myfanwy. “When we looked at the subdivision there where only a few sites left and the site we bought had over 50 avocado trees that needed a lot of TLC along with other tropical fruit which included bananas, cherimoya, pawpaws and heritage peaches. Having grown up in the far north on a lifestyle block, as soon as I saw the land and what was growing there I knew it was special. So we sold our house in town and started to plan our build.”

Because the section used most of their budget up, they knew that the build had to be small and simple. “We sat down one night and sketched out our house plan with everything we had to have: three bedrooms, one bathroom, a single garage and a large outdoor area were all a must.”

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“The first thing we bought was a chainsaw, a ride-on a mower and a trailer, then spent every spare minute we had clearing our house site by hand, which had a huge

to save money we called on our tradesman

the middle of it.”

Their house cut was completed in January 2019 and they moved in, in June later that year. “We employed Jamie and his team from Build2 Construction to do the build and friends and family to help us out. A lot of DIY was involved to keep the build within budget; we chose to build smaller so we could afford

What goes up must come down, and so this is the case with our Trove Matakana Pop-up store.

We have thoroughly enjoyed bringing our Helga May and Cindy G fashions, and old-fashioned service to Matakana and thank you for shopping Trove.

Although we will no longer have a presence in Matakana, we still have our original Trove store in Orewa, at 358 Hibiscus Coast Highway, and we look forward to welcoming you in-store there.

We continue to have new linen and silk fashion pieces arriving weekly as summer stretches on, so there is always something new and exciting waiting to be discovered at Trove, Orewa Beach.

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to finish it, and have quality furnishings and fittings.”

The house is 143m 2 with a 33m 2 covered outdoor area. “Most of our summer is spent eating outside, the kids share a room and have bunks, and the spare room doubles as a media room with the TV in the wardrobe, which can be closed off when we have guests.”

Once they had moved in they started landscaping around the house. “We put in a 50m x 10m vegetable garden and chicken run. We have also replanted 25 of our avocados along with lots of new fruit trees including citrus, apples, peaches, nectarines, pear, guava, feijoa, tamarillo, jaboticaba and hundreds of natives around our boundary."

“In our vege garden we grow a mixture of vegetables and cut flowers for ourselves and any extra produce we have (along with our avocados) we sell.”

The house, garden and land is a constant work in process for the couple and they do a lot of the work themselves. “We are enjoying having some space for our kids to grow up and living a semi self-sufficient lifestyle.

Our little 2.5 acres really is a little slice of paradise.”

If you want to sample some of their produce you can find it outside of the fishing and tackle shop ‘Top Catch’ at 8 Wood Street, Mangawhai, or find them on Facebook or Instagram. www.facebook.com/Orchard-LaneProduce-114022700453815 www.instagram.com/buildingonabudget18

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In Person - The Art Of Ilya Volykhine Words Rebecka Bjelfestam Keeling

A new art exhibition by internationally renowned artist Ilya Volykhine is opening on 10 February at Omaha Bay Vineyard Gallery on Takatu Road.

Ilya describes his work as poignant as well as darkly comic.

“My narratives are loose, playful and chaotic.

The characters are battling their way through the anxieties and joys of life,” he says.

Ilya was born in 1967 in the Soviet Union and was only 20 when he left for New York City.

His childhood and formative years were spent within the confines of the communist regime, with little exposure to the discourses of the west. Self-taught by studying the old school of Socialist Realist painters at The Hermitage, Volykhine started to work through various stylistic changes in his art immediately upon arriving in New York, finally embracing a distinctly figurative approach to his work.

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never to compromise and try to please the art market,” Ilya says. “Always paint for yourself and directly from your own soul.”

He works from his studio and home in Devonport, where he also has a gallery.

“I am three minutes from the beautiful North Shore beaches - I love using the ocean to clear my head and relax,” Ilya says.

His preferred materials to work with are oil paint, oil sticks, charcoal, India inks, liquid graphite, and paper collage. Tools include scrapers, palette knives, panel, canvas, linen, and Hahnemuhle paper.

“I am an artist all of the time. I’m in my studio over 40 hours a week, day or night,” says Ilya, whose favourite contemporary artists are Colin McCahon, Lucien Freud, Francis Bacon, Egon Schiele and Francesco Clemente.

“I usually have music on when I work,” Ilya says. “Sometimes I want to hear it in my studio and other times I’m working in headphones.

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Ilya has been a professional artist since 1995 and lived and exhibited in New York City, Sydney, Melbourne, Los Angeles, Maui and Tallinn. He is currently represented at Artbay Gallery in Queenstown, Gallery De Novo in Dunedin, Singulart in France, Saatchi Art in USA and Art Sleuth in Hong Kong. He became a citizen of New Zealand in 2020, and considers it his home.

When not in the studio, Ilya can be found trying his balance on the slackline or staring at the sky.

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Celebrating Mangawhai’s Pohutukawas Wendy Leach is feeling elated. This year she has been painting the pohutukawa trees along Mangawhai ocean beach and will show her paintings in a joint exhibition ‘Full Circle’ which opens in Mangawhai Artists Gallery at Anniversary Weekend.

Wendy is a Mangawhai artist who has had 21 solo exhibitions over her career including an exhibition of Jordanian landscapes in Amman in 2004. “I was originally very wellknown for my landscape paintings but in 2005 I realised I wasn’t challenging myself, so I stopped painting landscapes and decided to undertake study for a Master of Fine Arts degree. It was a big step into the unknown and really was a leap of faith. Keeping an open mind and the desire to push my boundaries I have been on an adventure into abstract painting. For an artist who could only paint realistically, developing this ability to work in the abstract is one of my best achievements. But I do embrace the cyclical nature of life and this year I have come a full circle and found I was ready to paint landscapes again, and I am loving it.

Hence why the exhibition’s title ‘Full Circle’ is so appropriate.”

Wendy says last year she was exploring “abstract imagery around elements of land

and sea, coastal estuaries, tidal flow and rivers”. This has led her to look at the point where the land and the sea meet - the ‘edge’ and at that edge there are pohutukawa trees.

Wendy has always been drawn to the trees on Mangawhai beach and has painted them in the past. These pohutukawas on the coastline seemed like the logical place to start painting and Wendy was interested to see where this would take her. “The amazing thing is it hasn’t led me anywhere else; I am enjoying this so much I have focused on the strong dramatic forms of the trees with the changing light and the dramatic skies on the same stretch of beach and that’s the whole exhibition.”

The deliberate break from landscape has had a very positive effect, and Wendy feels her new landscape paintings are more dynamic and accomplished than her earlier landscapes. These paintings are not only about trees. Wendy explores complementary opposites in nature – like shadow and light,

rest and movement, turbulence and calm, balance and imbalance, north and south, warm and cool, dark and bright.

If you are expecting lots of red pohutukawa flowers, Wendy says you’ll be disappointed.

She has deliberately featured winter trees.

The paintings show the drama and majesty of the trees and the changeable nature of the sky and the light.

‘Full Circle’ with Wendy Leach (oil paintings) and Nicola Everett (Installation) opens at Mangawhai Artists Gallery at 6pm on Friday 29 January. The gallery is open every day from 10am until 3pm through both Anniversary and Waitangi Weekends, closing on 10 February.

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Art in the Blender A Kiwi artist with Dutch roots, Christine den Hartogh has a background in black and white documentary photography, but her move to the New Zealand countryside has inspired her to incorporate other artforms, using natural materials across the board.

Words Bart Peters

Originally from the Netherlands, Christine (founder of Chrissies Eye and Kohanga.art) attended the Rotterdam Art Academy and the Amsterdam Academy for Photography specialising in documentary photography and photojournalism. She worked primarily as a photojournalist, but her real passion was shooting social documentaries. This passion took her to places like the Australian Outback, Indonesia, Spain and Korea. She also spent six weeks on the back of an old truck travelling through Western African countries, such as Mali, to capture daily life.

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Christine was inspired by the work of influential socially engaged photographers, such as Sebastião Salgado, Dorothea Lange and Margaret Bourke-White. In her documentaries she aims to capture the lives of people that – by choice or circumstances – would be considered outcasts by mainstream society. From young delinquents in prison to an old whipmaker and a man living in a house made of oil drums in the Australian Outback.

Her many travels and wanderlust led Christine to contemplate leaving the Netherlands and settling in a different

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country. In 2016, Christine and her family moved to New Zealand and fell in love with the lovely beach town of Mangawhai, which they now call home. They live on a lifestyle block with beautiful views over the Mangawhai Estuary, the Hen and Chicken Islands and the Brynderwyns.

Moving to the other side of the world and experiencing the gorgeous New Zealand nature inspired Christine to explore new artistic avenues and disciplines. She likes to move between photography and alternative printmaking techniques and refuses to

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be pinned down to one artform. She originally specialised in botanical printing using all natural resources, resulting in beautiful garments, silk and wool scarves and handmade books under her brand Kohanga.art. Lately, she has been adding more ethereal photography, cyanotypes with a twist, assemblage and most recently surface pattern design to her creative toolbox.

Christine has exhibited her work in Europe and New Zealand. Recurring exhibition venues include the Fo Guang Yan Art Gallery in Auckland and of course the Mangawhai Artists Gallery. As a committee member of Mangawhai Artists Inc, she is responsible for managing the gallery and the many exhibitions held, as well as organising the Mangawhai Art Trail, planned for 27 and 28 February 2021.

Christine sells her work through exhibitions and her websites, and welcomes commissions. She can be contacted through her websites, Facebook or Instagram or via email chris@chrissieseye.com. www.kohanga.art www.chrissieseye.com

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A Natural Talent: Brett Sutherland As a self taught bone carver, Brett Sutherland has travelled far and wide, coming into contact with many fascinating tribal people.

Starting out at just 16 years old, his first carvings were bone pendants and he eventually graduated to netsuke (miniature sculptures) using fossilised Woolly Mammoth ivory, after a motorcycle trip to Alaska.

“I spent time carving alongside traditional native American and Canadian carvers inspiring me to carve my own totem pole or 'Pou' one day.”

Brett realised that birds hold a significance as our most important living Taonga in Aotearoa. Standing at a towering 3.3 metres tall and carved in Totara, Brett started this latest Pou during the first lockdown after first carving a maquette (or small model) as a

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reference. “This Pou is titled 'Native Coastal Bird Totem' and depicts six of our local Mangawhai birds seen from top to bottom: Fairy tern, Kingfisher, Oyster Catcher, White Faced Heron, Pied Shag and Spoonbill.”

Having worked in the film industry on and off for many years either sculpting or making costumes and armour, Brett preferred to spend his time carving his own designs.

“After getting a zoology degree, I travelled extensively and during this time I built a catamaran in Brazil and sailed it to the Caribbean where I began to carve full time.”

Brett can turn his hand to any practical task that presents itself and is up for the challenge. In 2013 he returned home to New Zealand, built a tiny house and lived in it for seven years whilst saving to buy a plot of

land. “Now I'm happily living in a cabin just outside of Mangawhai, planting trees and a veggie garden. I hope to one day build a funky earth house.”

Looking to the future Brett has plans to carve a set of three totems consisting of commonly seen, endangered and extinct birds. Each totem will be up to six metres tall and will have a very large presence - ideal as a public sculpture.

“I'm open to discussing with interested clients about the possibility of commissioned works. Any totem can be custom designed to include native birds of any localised area in New Zealand.”

Examples of his netsuke and other artworks can be viewed on his website www.skinbonestone.com

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On the Move SUPER SAUSAGE SIZZLE Barfoot & Thompson is a family-owned business that has been serving and supporting the community for nearly 100 years and is proud of it!

Our Values: PEOPLE, FAMILY, COMMUNITY AND DIVERSITY Caring for our communities is a cornerstone of the family-owned business. From sports to charities, family events to arts and cultural activities, Barfoot & Thompson are proud to support a diverse portfolio of local, regional and national sponsorships.

On the last Saturday of every month, the local team will be working with the Rotary Club in raising much needed funds for local charities and organisations. Perhaps groups that would not normally get the exposure within the local community.

Please support them between 10am-2pm for the best sausage sizzle in NZ. That’s no surprise, as they will be based next to the Warkworth Butchery and supplied by Rob, who is the “Best Master Butcher” in the country!

Organisations being supported: • 30 Jan – Snells Beach Fire Dept.

• 27 Feb – The Animal Sanctuary If you want to Love Local, then why not join in!

ENABLING YOU TO ACHIEVE A PREMIUM SERVICE AND RESULT Mehran and his team commit to each and every client with integrity and determination, to create a remarkable experience and achieve a successful outcome!

From prior client service experience in sales management, health, sports and the hospitality industry, Mehran strives to empathise with every client's situation and tailor their service accordingly. Attention to detail and level of communication are always as he would expect for himself if he were the client.

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With 13 years operating in arguably the most competitive and demanding areas in Auckland, Sue has decided to bring her wealth of knowledge along with her established relationships to benefit her community. Partnering with Black Group and setting up Ray White Matakana/Omaha - the ultimate commitment to her chosen home and bringing a level of service to exceed customer expectations.

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In Real Estate, Donna Wyllie is looking forward to seeing what eventuates for 2021.

Living in Warkworth for most of her life, except for a period living in Canada, she has and continues to enjoy the whole area that includes Kawau Bay and the Kowhai Coast.

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Educating Gender Intelligent Relationships ‘Love Coach’ Adriane Hartigan-von Strauch calls the clients she attracts “Lovers in Transit”, as they usually discover and connect with her at life-changing cross points. Seeking to love again and to re-establish a deeper and more fulfilling bond with their existing or new partner.

The core group are females and males in their forties, fifties and sixties, overcoming failed marriages and love relationships which consequently have imprinted unwanted and unresourceful outcomes - by not feeling worthy, not desired or betrayed and abandoned by ex-partners. Educating ‘Lovers’ in consciously designing and reinventing their love lives is a highly creative and rewarding profession.

Adriane quotes her American business mentor and colleague Dr John Gray, the famous author of ‘Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus’: “The real heroes of our time are not those who go to war and fight for their countries. The real heroes of our time are those men and women who make

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Ride to Remember Mike Axford, Brett Walker, Judy Thwigg, Tony Dromgool, Andrija Jorvat, Jess Watson, Destry Morgan, Sally Fields, Bella Chappell and Christine Palmer. These are the names of the people Forrest Axford is riding to remember, as well as anyone else who has lost their life to suicide.

On Friday 26 February, Forrest Axford, a 22 year old Mahurangi local, will be embarking on Tour Aotearoa; a 3000km bikepacking odyssey staring at the top of the North Island in Cape Reinga, and finishing at the bottom of the South Island in Bluff. He is riding and fundraising for suicide prevention and bereavement initiatives to be facilitated by locally run Healing Through Arts Trust, and the Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand.

"This isn’t just my story, it’s all of ours. We all at least know someone, or who knows someone who has died by suicide… and unfortunately, for many of us, the degree of proximity is a little closer. Whether it be a friend, a parent, a sibling, or a colleague,

so many of us have lost people who felt they were lost and couldn’t be found. My uncle died by suicide before I was born, handing down a legacy of grief that changed who I was to become. Since then, I have lost many others, and watched those I love lose people too."

mentality that has people suffer in silence and then eventually die in it.”

In 2019, we lost 654 Kiwis to suicide, which was the highest number recorded since the records began. This statistic really hit home with Forrest.

To donate and help Forrest reach his goal, please visit givealittle.co.nz/fundraiser/rideto-remember or head to Coconut Gallery in Matakana and purchase a painting (100% of proceeds go to this project). You can also follow his journey on Facebook and Instagram.

“COVID-19 might be the pandemic in the spotlight, but suicide is a pandemic that always stands silent in the shadows. We have one of the highest suicide rates in the world, largely due to a ‘she’ll be right’

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“Just because we don’t talk about something, that doesn’t make it go away… and yet, that seems to be the way of the world here in New Zealand. It’s time to change that.”

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Made in Our Backyard Words Brenda Yoxall

The Covid pandemic and the resulting lockdowns meant that many of us had a go at things that we would otherwise not have attempted. Some of us baked bread, cut our own hair and had a go at various craft and D.I.Y. projects. Online shopping increased in popularity as we scrambled to buy items that we absolutely could not manage without. This caused people at Warkworth Museum to reflect on life in this area before all-weather roads meant easy access to goods and before the internet and regular international transport opened up a world of affordable mass-produced consumer goods.

In the past many items were handmade or made locally and examples held in the Museum’s collection are evidence of this.

The 1930’s depression made it necessary to reuse many items, such as cotton flour bags. These were often used to make

clothing, especially undergarments, which would have otherwise been beyond a family’s financial means. This led to a tradition of women using their imagination and skills to provide for their family, such as a beautifully knitted bedspread or a crocheted wedding dress. They were also encouraged to enter competitions at the local A.& P. show. In its “Made Out of Flour Bags Division” Joy-Margaret Algie successfully displayed matching sunhat and slippers. This talented woman also won a prize for her slag bag blanket and at a time when paid employment for married women was scarce the prize money was no doubt put to good use.

The men were equally resourceful. Golf had just been introduced to Warkworth in the early 1900s and the necessary equipment was hard to come by, so many made their

own golf clubs which were well used during local informal competitions. What could you do to equip yourself with a golf bag?

Easy, get one made from the skin of the eel you had just caught. Beautiful furniture items were also produced. Items made by Willie Hamilton show enviable talent but one stands out. This is an aeolian harp made about 1912, which was designed to fit in one of their sash windows so that it played as the breeze drifted across the strings.

All of these items and many more, each with their own stories, are on display at Warkworth Museum as part of their current featured exhibition “Made in Our Backyard.”

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Black Swamp 2021 Photos Alistair Morrow & Brian Came

The first Sunday of 2021 saw the picturesque coastlines of Mangawhai to Waipu lined with classic cars, hot rods and motorbikes for the 15th Annual Black Swamp Run. Almost 200 vehicles were on display to the public at Mangawhai Domain then cruised to Waipu. They then returned via Mangawhai Heads to Black Swamp Road Olive Grown where people threw out picnic blankets for an afternoon of fun catching up with old friends and listening to live music by Slickback Rockabilly.

The Run changed their date from the first Saturday to not clash with the Mangawhai Gala and they were rewarded with perfect driving conditions. Over $400 was raised for Otamatea High School via gold coin donations at Mangawhai Domain.

Paparoa Lions Club hosted their own fundraiser by providing hot food and cold drinks at Black Swamp.

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Matakana Will Be Buzzing in February Summer is certainly a time for bees, but it is the Big Buzz Festival everyone is talking about that has us humming. The Big Buzz Festival is to be held on Sunday 14 February at Matakana Primary School. The two driving forces of this great family event, Isabella Sullivan and Grass Esposti, are excited to be bringing this non-profit event to the region, celebrating our most prolific pollinators, the honey bee and its bio products. It is intended to appeal to a wide audience, with plenty to interest and excite the local and regional community.

the environment in a light hearted and fun day

The organisers are hopeful that the festival will draw thousands of people to the venue, Matakana Primary School. The aim of the Big Buzz Festival is to offer an event focused on

local schools who will be displaying their

out for all. “Something for everybody,” Sullivan says “learning something new, having fun, relaxing and bringing home some good local honey”. “In New Zealand our honey industry is huge and the bees do such an immense lot of work, but we have never really celebrated them.” Esposti adds.

There will be lots going on with about 40 stallholders at the Festival, including honey producers, health and natural products, gardening, other pollinator trusts, along with

food trucks with a focus on honey dishes will be available.

Workshops and talks will take place throughout the day, including from Dr Ngaire Hart, a researcher into native bees, Dr Andrew Cridge on bees as bio security monitors project, and a honey cooking workshop with Michelin Star-winning chef Cory Campbell.

As the first ever honey and bee festival in New Zealand, the Big Buzz Festival is set to bring much buzz to the region. Do come along and experience the world of NZ honey and bees.

Buzz Educational Project. A range of youth

FREE ENTRY to the Big Buzz Festival on Sunday 14 February, 9am-4pm.

activities, live music, honey tastings and great

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The Matakana Bag Lady The Matakana Bag Lady has been a feature of the Farmers’ Market since 2004 and can now be found online.

The range of products has extended into zero waste solutions for your home, kitchen and laundry. From unbleached, organic cotton bags in multiple styles to a handmade range made locally The Matakana Bag lady is still the go to for beautiful bags! @matakanabaglady www.the-matakana-bag-lady. myshopify.com HAPPENINGS

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The 10th Annual Mangawhai Bowl Jam 2021 Words Leah Botherway

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Photos Ben Loader + Kingsley Attwood

The Mangawhai Bowl Jam is back again this Waitangi Weekend at the Mangawhai Activity Zone. The Bowl Jam is a major annual event on not only the local Mangawhai social calendar but the international skateboarding calendar.

Now in its 10th year running, the Mangawhai Bowl Jam is New Zealand’s largest skateboarding event and with it brings some of our top skaters to the popular coastal town to compete across four different divisions U16s, Women’s, Opens and Masters.

2020 brought a record crowd of over 2,000 people throughout the day, and 2021 is looking to be even bigger. It is often the crowd that creates the atmosphere and the atmosphere ultimately that makes an event,

and this crowd definitely doesn't disappoint they’re a vocal bunch made up of supportive locals, families and die-hard skateboard fans from around the country. They bring with them camaraderie and support which has given this event the reputation of being one of the most positive and inclusive skateboarding competitions in New Zealand.

Jesse Peters is the man behind the day and has been since it first started back in 2011.

“This year is about celebrating how far we’ve come in the last 10 years”, says Jesse.

“We’ve gone from a micro event to the largest skateboarding event in the country”.

Jesse has spent the last 12 months working alongside sponsors and the team at Mangawhai Activity Zone to ensure that the

10th Anniversary is another outstanding event that “focuses on growing our local skating talent”. There will be catering provided by local food trucks and increased grandstand seating thanks to the team at Absolute Scaffolding.

“The event has always been about bringing people together and after the year that we’ve had we just want to focus on celebrating that”, says Jesse.

The Mangawhai Bowl Jam is a free, all-ages event held at the Mangawhai Activity Zone on Molesworth Drive. Gates open at 10:30am on Saturday, 6 February 2021. www.facebook.com/themangawhaibowljam www.instagram.com/themangawhaibowljam

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Leigh Summer Festival This Waitangi Day (Saturday 6 February) celebrate culture, community and all things summer at this year’s Leigh Summer Festival. Taking place at the Leigh School field with an artisan market, food stalls, join in the fun with carnival games and old school tug of war, kids’ crafts area and one of the festivals favourites the ice slide. Cool off in the school’s pool and get ready for the rumoured big water fight taking place in the mid-afternoon.

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No Waitangi Day is complete without a traditionally prepared Hangi but be quick as they sold out early last year...and the local beer, wine and gourmet Leigh fish burgers are not to be missed! Stay for the day and enjoy the live music including Andy Richards, Dirty Hippies and loads more. Famous for their Seafood Quick Fire raffles and the silent auctions this year will not disappoint with products from numerous local businesses and products from Leigh local Trelise Cooper which include a picnic blanket, pet bowl and raincoats.

Event Organiser Keria Fenton said Leigh School are always grateful for the love and support they receive from the generous local business owners, and after such a tough year their donations mean more than ever, “This event wouldn’t be happening without them.”

The Leigh Summer Festival is Leigh School’s main fundraiser and helps to provide funds for school upgrades and projects during the year. Please come and support the Leigh School whanau while having the perfect Summers Day. 10am-5pm, Saturday 6 February.

Leigh School, Hauraki Road, Leigh www.facebook.com/leighsummerfestival

Happenings ‘FULL CIRCLE’ NICOLA EVERETT AND WENDY LEACH

Blood On Vines - First in The Matakana Series

Visit Mangawhai to view this exhibition featuring these two significant Mangawhai artists. Nicola Everett is exhibiting an Installation, “Full Circle”, consisting of 25 painted panels. Wendy Leach’s paintings feature the strong majestic forms of the pohutukawa trees, the light and the dramatic elements of wind and sky on Mangawhai ocean beach. The exhibition will be open over both Anniversary Weekend and Waitangi Weekend, every day 10am-3pm until 10 February.

Exhibition opens Friday 29 January at 6pm.

Mangawhai Artists’ Gallery, 45 Moir Street, Mangawhai (almost opposite Bennetts Café and Chocolate Factory). www.wendyleach.com www.mangawhaiartists.co.nz/nicola-everett.html

Four friends, a shared past, a common enemy.

In New Zealand’s Martinborough, an ex-wine maker dies at the hands of an unknown assailant. The planning, execution and pure enjoyment sets in motion a series of vile attacks.

Meanwhile north of Auckland, the long, hot summer is over and the tourists have left the Matakana wine country. A tranquil atmosphere descends and warm autumnal winds sweep across the grape-laden valleys.

With the harvest due, grapes sit bursting upon the manicured vines awaiting the pick. Within this vista of peace, a rampage of death is about to rock the local community to its core.

Will it be their shared history that sees the four friends being picked off one-by-one?

Author of Blood on the Vines, Madeleine Eskedahl was born and raised in Sweden on the beautiful island of Gotland in the Baltic Sea. She moved to New Zealand in the early nineties and is now married with two daughters.

“The crime thriller lurking inside me has always sought the perfect setting. The inspiration for the ‘Matakana Series’ burst into being over the last few years. Since the children were small, we have escaped to our slice of paradise in beautiful Matheson Bay. The area has it all; the local people, a rich amalgam of artisans, entrepreneurs, wine makers, creatives and proud, hardworking locals with magical community spirit.”

“An integral character of the book is the stunning scenery, breathtaking coastline and proximity to our largest city. These elements combine to deliver up an environment rich in motive, opportunity and the means to trigger a series of gripping crime novels.”

EVERYONE PLAYS TAG! That’s the consensus of kids and adults alike if the growth of the sport in the area is anything to go by. Providing a rare opportunity, Northland Stingrays Tag and Tomarata Tag have organised a day of fun, family and most importantly Tag to acknowledge Manning, a guy who absolutely loved the game.

The family orientated annual tournament held at the Tomarata Rugby Club on Saturday 13 February and will have combined teams of kids and adults take the field to compete for the Manning Smith Memorial Trophy.

If you are interested in putting in a team, please email northlandstingraystag@gmail.com for more information.

Michelle Keast 027 244 1753 | Kyle Robinson 021 934 723

A great majority of the book has been written from their bach in Matheson Bay - itself a treasure of local history.

Her thriller, ‘Blood on Vines’ is the first instalment in ‘The Matakana Series’ and will be out in March 2021. The second book in the series, ‘Rings on Water’ is underway.

Follow her on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @madeleineeskedahlauthor.

Blood on Vines will be launched at The Vintry Matakana, and supported by Matakana Village Books, on Sunday 21 March at 3pm. RSVP via email to join her for a celebratory glass of wine and some delicious nibbles. madeleineeskedahlauthor@gmail.com www.madeleineeskedahl.com REVIEW

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THE BIG BUZZ FESTIVAL Experience the wonderful world of bees from honey to cosmetics, from health to gardening, from conservation to environmental awareness.

Come along and have fun, relax and enjoy a good day out. There is something for everybody, from free kids’ activities to free workshops and talks, from live music to food trucks, and much more.

BEE THERE OR BEE SQUARE. Sunday 14 February 2021 9am-4pm at Matakana Primary School, 952 Matakana Road, Matakana. FREE ENTRY. www.thebigbuzz.nz

HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO

Last chance to see!

Health and Wellness Expo. 21 February 2021 from 1.30-5:30pm at the Warkworth Town Hall.

Entry is gold coin or non-perishable food donation. Come and enjoy hundreds of years of collective experience that the practitioners and vendors have to offer.

There will be something for everyone. Seminars, demonstrations and prizes.

Lindsay 021 980 852 | Lindsay@trinitychiro.co.nz

The Creating with Kauri Maker Series No.2 Jewellery exhibition is about to close after a successful summer season at The Kauri Museum.

Leading contemporary Aotearoa New Zealand jewellers were challenged to create wearable pieces using raw kauri materials. The resulting exhibition brought together 29 practitioners who created 98 pieces of outstanding work.

Jacqueline Morren’s ring, above, is one of 15 works she created for the exhibition, each reflects her ethical silversmith practice. The ring is evocative of the kauri swamp and mangrove shoots. The exhibition closes at the end of February so this will be your final chance to catch the exhibition. The works are for sale, as is the accompanying exhibition catalogue. Don’t miss it! There is always something new to discover at The Kauri Museum.

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Local Gig Guide To list your event for free on the Junction Gig Guide email event details to: hi@junctionmag.co.nz MARKETS

Every Fri 9am-12pm Every Fri 4.30-8pm Every Sat 8am-1pm Every Sat 8am-2pm Every Sat 8.30am-1pm Every Sat 9am-1pm Every Sun 9am-1pm Sun 6th Dec 9am-1pm 1st Sat of the Month 9am-1pm 2nd Sun of the Month 9am-1pm 3rd Tues of the Month 9am-12pm Last Sun of the Month 9am-1pm

The Famers Daugher Flowers Market Wellsford/Te Hana Night Market Matakana Village Farmers Market Matakana Markets Mangawhai Tavern Market Mangawhai Community Market Warkworth Markets Mangawhai Beach & Country Market Wellsford Market Waipu Boutique Market The Whangateau Community Market Puhoi Village Market

Omaha Wellsford Community Centre/Te Hana Marae Matakana Village The Old Dairy Factory, Matakana Mangawhai Tavern, Mangawhai Mangawhai Beach School The Oaks, Warkworth The Mangawhai Domain OWL Community Hub, 120 Rodney Street, Wellsford Coronation Hall, Waipu Whangateau Hall Puhoi Domain

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EVENT

VENUE

WEBSITE

Fri 29 Jan - 10 Feb

10am-3pm

Full Circle Exhibition

Mangawhai Artists' Gallery

mangawhaiartists.co.nz

Sat 30 Jan

6am

The Waterboy Anniversary Weekend Fishing Comp

Mangawhai Heads

mangawhaiboatingfishing.co.nz

Sat 30 Jan

10am

Book Fair

Mangawhai Museum

mangawhai-museum.org.nz

Sat 30 Jan

11am

Cellar Door Live Sessions

Matakana Estate

matakanaestate.co.nz

Sat 30 Jan

12pm

The George FM Summer Tour

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sat 30 Jan

1pm

Mahurangi Regatta

Mahurangi Harbour

Sat 30 Jan

4pm

Hibiscus Rodders Festival

Puhoi Pub

puhoipub.com

Sat 30 Jan

7.30pm

Andy Richards Band

Tahi Bar

thetahi.com

Sat 30 Jan

8pm

Part Time Rangers

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sat 30 Jan

9pm

Boy Records Summer Tour

Leigh Sawmill

leighsawmill.co.nz

Sun 31 Jan

7.30pm

Nairobi Trio

Leigh Sawmill

leighsawmill.co.nz

Sun 31 Jan

Kana Retreat

Matakana

kanaretreats.com

Fri 5 Feb

7.30pm

Looking for Alaska

Leigh Sawmill

leighsawmill.co.nz

Fri 5 Feb

8pm

Rhys Darby Movie Club

Matakana Cinema

matakanacinemas.co.nz

Sat 6 Feb

9am-4pm

Mangawhai Bowl Jam

Mangawhai Activity Zone

021 071 7711

Sat 6 Feb

10am-5pm

Leigh Summer Festival 2021

Leigh School

facebook.com/leighsummerfestival

Sat 6 Feb

11am

Cellar Door Live Sessions

Matakana Estate

matakanaestate.co.nz

Sat 6 Feb

4-11pm

Summer Classic

Ascension Wine Estate

Sat 6 Feb

5-9pm

Moveable Feast

8 Wired Barrel Works

facebook.com/moveablefeastmatakana

Sat 6 Feb

8pm

Im Still Standing

Leigh Sawmill

leighsawmill.co.nz

Sat 6 Feb

8.30pm

Landslide

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sun 7 Feb

12pm

Dubwise - Waitangi Special

Leigh Sawmill

leighsawmill.co.nz

Sun 7 Feb

10am-2pm

Waipu Car & Bike Show

Waipu

facebook.com/waipucarandbikeshow

Mon 8 Feb

7pm

Yoga & Sound Journey

Divinely Femine

divinelyfaminine.nz

Wed 10-28 Feb

Ilya Volykhine Exhibition

OBV Gallery

omahabay.co.nz

Sat 12-14 Feb

Shipwrecked

Te Arai

shipwrecked.co.nz

Sat 13 Feb

Tomarata Rugby Club

Tomarata Rugby Club

Sat 13 Feb

7pm

The Tahi Brothers

Tahi Bar

thetahi.com

Sat 13 Feb

8pm

Herbs Acoustic

Three Furlongs Bar & Grill

threefurlongs.co.nz

Sat 13 Feb

8pm

Guardian Singles

Leigh Sawmill

leighsawmill.co.nz

Sun 14 Feb

9am-4pm

The Big Buzz Festival

Matakana Primary

thebigbuzz.nz

Sun 14 Feb

12pm

Sunday Sessions With Keri Cullen

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sun 14 Feb

6.30pm

Gin-unine Adoration

The Vintry

vintry.co.nz

Fri 19 Feb

10am

Tea & Talk

Warkworth & District Museum

warkworthmuseum.co.nz

Fri 19 Feb

8.30pm

Auckland City Scoundrels

Leigh Sawmill

leighsawmill.co.nz

Sat 20 Feb

5-9pm

Moveable Feast

8 Wired Barrel Works

facebook.com/moveablefeastmatakana

Sun 21 Feb

1.30-5pm

Health & Wellness Expo

Warkworth Town Hall

12pm

Sat 27+28 Feb

Mangawhai Art Trail

Mangawhai

Sat 27 Feb

5.30pm

The Annual Matakana Opera Picnic

Matakana

aucklandoperastudio.co.nz

Sun 28 Feb

12.30pm

Sunday Sessions with Kasey Carr

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sun 28 Feb

6.30pm

The Landing Food & Wine Night

The Vintry

vintry.co.nz

Sun 14 Mar

9am

Kaiwaka Top of the Rock

Kaiwaka

Sun 14 Mar

10am-1pm

Take a Kid Fishing Day

Sandspit Wharf

Sun 14 Mar

6.30pm

Premium Bourbon Tasting

The Vintry

vintry.co.nz

Sat 20 Mar

5-9pm

Moveable Feast

8 Wired Barrel Works

facebook.com/moveablefeastmatakana

Sun 21 Mar

12pm

Marlon Williams & Friends

Leigh Sawmill

leighsawmill.co.nz

Sun 21 Mar

6.30pm

Blind Drunk: A Tasting Experience

The Vintry

vintry.co.nz

Sat 27+28 Mar

Mangawhai Walking Weekend

Mangawhai

mangawhaiwalking.co.nz

Sat 3 Apr

waipucarnival.com

Waipu Easter Carnival

Caledonian Park

Sat 3 Apr

9am-2pm

Women's Fishing Competition

Waipu Cove

Mon 3-8 May

Creative Matakana

Matakana

creativematakana.nz

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