Junction January 2020

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Junction PEOPLE & HAPPENINGS

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For For SaleSale $1,059,000 $1,059,000 Phone for viewing times Phone for viewing times Dallas Honey 027027 477 477 9957 Dallas Honey 9957 dallas.honey@bayleys.co.nz dallas.honey@bayleys.co.nz

For For SaleSale Kellie Bissett 027027 530530 6843 Kellie Bissett 6843 kellie.bissett@bayleys.co.nz kellie.bissett@bayleys.co.nz

6 Trevally Place 6 Trevally Place

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Brand new by by thethe beach Brand new beach Fabulous contemporary home a short strollstroll to to Fabulous contemporary home a short the beach.

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For For SaleSale fromfrom $585,000 $585,000 Shailenne Parkes 021 021 117 9142 Shailenne Parkes 117 9142 shailenne.parkes@bayleys.co.nz shailenne.parkes@bayleys.co.nz Helen Bartrom 021 021 130 130 63816381 Helen Bartrom helen.bartrom@bayleys.co.nz helen.bartrom@bayleys.co.nz

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Auction (unless sold prior) Auction (unless sold prior) 10am, Thu Thu 16 Aug 20182018 10am, 16 Aug 41 Queen Street, Warkworth 41 Queen Street, Warkworth View Sat/Sun 1-1.30pm View Sat/Sun 1-1.30pm Dahnie Burton 021 021 628 628 327 327 Dahnie Burton Jenni Marsh 021 021 717 719 Jenni Marsh 717 719

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Central village ease Central village ease The The village, markets and and schools are just down village, markets schools are just down the road and and the lawn is fully fenced for the the road the lawn is fully fenced for kids the kids For Sale and and petspets - the- living is easy here! the living is easy here!

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Completely refurbished to an of contemporary coastal living, Architecturally concept plans available Architecturally designed concept plans available this classic four bedroom California bungalow is designed sympathetic to the era and set on one hectare of carefully upon request. upon request. landscaped grounds on desirable Whitmore Road. Water views to Tongue Farm, Matakana and minutes from the bayleys.co.nz/1221004 bayleys.co.nz/1221004 artists impression onlyonly artists impression deep water bay at Buckleton Beach.

$1,995,000 Open planplan living flows to the north Open living flows to generous the generous north facing decks and and the large flat lawn. facing decks the large flat lawn.

Set on generous 1,014m± site site thatthat has has been Setaon a generous 1,014m± been landscaped and and drained well.well. landscaped drained

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SPECTACULAR SEASCAPE IN SANDSPIT 21 Kanuka Road, Sandspit Hovering above Sandspit Harbour, this stunning residence presents the most spectacular and restful outlook you will ever see. Showcasing more than 200 degrees of water and rural views across ever-changing landscapes from the Glen Eden River to the Matakana River and out towards Kawau Bay.

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The highly skilled salespeople Fin Higgins 021 660 558 Designed over three levels, this spectacular home offers light filled and generous living that seamlessly flows out to wewe have across all all residential, lifestyle and coastal property mean wewe areare confident in in have across residential, lifestyle and coastal property mean confident www.bayleys.co.nz/1201942 0909 425 7640 425 7640 private landscape and terraced lawns. double bedrooms, promising thegardens best service and skills to to allFour clients in the area. promising the best service and skills all clients in the area.all with ensuites, are complemented by highbayleys.co.nz/inthenorth end finishes and modern comforts that deliver self-sufficient luxury living in a tranquil seaside settlement. bayleys.co.nz/inthenorth

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H O R S E B A C K PA R A D I S E

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UP FRONT WITH JACK RODGERS

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N E W & N OT E D

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BEACH ESSENTIALS

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LO C A L C O A S TA L G E M S

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SURFING THE COVE

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THE STYLE OF SUMMER

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P R OT E C T I N G YO U R P O O C H I N S U M M E R

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MORRIS & JAMES - COMING HOME

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M ATA K A N A B U S I N E S S E S C O L L A B O R AT E A N D W I N G O L D !

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SUMMER SIPS & BITES

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R A I N B O W I C E C R E A M WA F F L E S

DESIGN

CO N T R I B U TO R S Waimarie Dashper, Rakesh Kesha, Luke Williamson, Rebecka Bjelfvenstam Keeling, 608 Media, Lazy Acres Photography, Kathy Hunter, Craig Powell, Juliette Schwartz, Kara Jack, Josie Gritten, Affair Photography.

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LO C A L LO O K B O O K

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M A N G AW H A I P OT T E RY N E W C L A S S E S

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U P CO M I N G E D I T I O N : F E B R U A R Y 2 0 2 0 Happy New Year from the Junction Team!

February’s issue of Junction is all about kick starting your New Year’s resolutions with our healthy living section including our local wellness

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T R E A S U R I N G T H E M ATA K A N A H A L L

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O N E S TO P B E A U T Y A N D B O DY

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SUMMER SELFCARE

HAPPENINGS

and conscience brands & products features.

Junction celebrates the end of the school holiday’s with a fashion shoot parents will love and of course Valentine’s Day and Rose Day. If you are interested in featuring your business in Junction have a chat to one of our team by email ads@junctionmag.co.nz or by calling 021 481 056.

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HIGHLIFE FOR 2020

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SPOTLIGHT - HORSEBACK PARADISE

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PROFILE - UP FRONT WITH JACK RODGERS

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SUMMER - LOCAL COASTAL GEMS

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SAVOUR - MORRIS & JAMES - COMING HOME

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DESIGN - PRIME POSITION IN PAKIRI

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ART - MARGARET ESTALL

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HAPPENINGS - MAHURANGI REGATTA

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LOCAL SPORT - WARKWORTH PONY CLUB CELEBRATES 70 YEARS

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HERITAGE - TREASURING THE MATAKANA HALL

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SPOTLIGHT

HORSEBACK PARADISE WORDS

Set in a stunning unpopulated landscape that stretches for miles, Pakiri Beach Horse Rides welcomes everyone from beginners to experienced riders.

Owner Sharley Haddon says it’s a privilege to share two of her favourite things – horses and the beach – with visitors from all over the world.

“The coast here has such scenic beauty and what more beautiful way to experience it than on horseback?” she says.

The rides have received numerous tourism awards, and range from one-hour lessons to treks that can go over several days.

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The five-day Warrior Trail goes along the beach, through native forest and over coastal high country, following ancient trails taken by Haddon’s Māori warrior ancestors, finishing up with a night at Te Kiri Marae of iwi Ngatiwai and Ngati Manuhiri, or at the Leigh Sawmill.

Sharley also runs a café, two self-contained beach cabins for accommodation and manages numerous special events.

“I work every weekend and take no holidays over the summer,” says Sharley. “But I am so lucky to have wonderful people working for me, some from all over the world, and some extremely lovely locals

too. Some overseas guides come back every year.”

Growing up in Wharepapa South, Sharley has been on horses all her life.

“My father was sheep farming from horseback.

When I was only 18 months old, he would put me in the saddle of his old draft horse, Mick,” says Sharley.

“I got my first pony Silver when I was five. She was very naughty, but I loved her.”

Sharley met her late husband Laly Haddon and moved to Pakiri in her mid-twenties, into the home where she still lives today. A former Māori All Black and popular Councillor, Laly was passionate

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about conservation. He was a founding member of Leigh Marine Reserve - which was the first Marine Reserve in New Zealand - and served on the Auckland Conservation Board for years.

In 2009, Laly received the Queen's Service Medal for his services to conservation.

As Ngāti Wai Trust Board Chairman, Laly was instrumental in forming relationships between the Department of Conservation and local tangata whenua over the management of Little Barrier Island, and assisted with trapping predators to save threatened birds in Pakiri and ensuring that department staff had access to Māori land to protect nesting birds.

The idea of offering horse-rides came about in the early eighties, when Sharley and Laly’s children were young and recession hit the farming community. They decided to diversify.

“He was a wonderful man and also a good horseman,” says Sharley. “I miss him very much.”

“We had no capital, but our children, Olivia and Ben, had two small ponies,” she says. “So I started out taking rides for $7 an hour. The income from that bought the next two ponies, and I put the

price up a bit – I remember the day I charged $10 it seemed a huge step! And that made it possible to buy another two, and it took off from there.”

Sharley currently has 67 horses and ponies, including the Arabian horses she breeds.

“We have horses of all sizes, types, colours and personalities,” says Sharley, “so there is something for everyone.”

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Motocross is short, sharp, hard out racing, according to 16-year-old, Jack Rodgers. “Dicing with the Devil, I call it. Give it death and see if you fall off,” he says with a laugh. So, does he fall off a lot, I ask? “I’m pretty lucky because I haven’t broken much. I’ve cracked my pelvis but nothing else.”

with three races each day for four days. “It’s pretty full on,” says Jack, which is why he is already in training for the event. Besides his job as a fencer, physical work itself, Jack’s doing a lot of running, biking and rowing. “I have to stay strong for the racing and the tumbles. It’s hard on the body.”

Having only started riding motorcycles around four years ago, Jack has quickly become proficient and has been crowned Northland champion in the 14-16 years old, 250cc division, three years in a row. Quite an achievement for a young rider. He’s currently sitting in first place in the Junior 250 and second in MX2 North Island series.

When asked what part of the racing he finds hardest and he replies, without hesitation, “The mental side. I have to work on mental toughness.

I’m researching more about that and watching videos about it. I need to psych myself up for a race and concentrate from start to finish.”

Jack’s next target is his first visit to the New Zealand Championship in early 2020 where he will race against the best in the country. “I’ll be competing against a full gate of 30 other riders.

It’s pretty tough because we’re all within a couple of seconds of each other. I just have to get to the front and go hard out!”

It’s a physically and mentally demanding schedule

Success at the New Zealand Championship would mean a trip to Australia to compete for the Kiwi team, something that excites Jack. “I’d love to compete overseas and, long term, I would love to go to America to race. They have an indoor circuit called Supercross which I’d like to do.” Look up Supercross on Youtube and you’ll get an idea of the madness Jack is hoping to sign up to. It’s controlled mayhem!

At only 16 years old, Jack relies on solid support from his parents, Tony and Krista. “The old man always comes with me. He wanted to be a motocross racer but never had the chance so I’m really lucky because he gave me the opportunity to do it.”

Jack is also very grateful to his local sponsor, Rodney Honda. “Brendan’s great and he helps me out heaps and heaps. He helps with the bikes because they’re really expensive.”

The dream for Jack is to one day get paid to race and compete against the best. That would probably mean a shift to bigger bikes, more power, more money, more everything! However, if current form is anything to go by, Jack is well on his way to making that dream come true.

You can follow his progress at the New Zealand Championship by checking out the MX Timing website around February/March 2020. www.mxt.co.nz www.rodneyhonda.co.nz

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MATAKANA LIQUOR CENTRE “Now the Festive Summer Time is here, we have something for every occasion” A WIDE SELECTION OF WINES, BEERS, SPIRITS, COCKTAILS & LIQUEURS

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NEW & NOTED BOOST CHIROPRACTIC - NEW SNELLS BEACH OFFICE Boost Chiropractic, a Warkworth local for the past six years has now expanded to open a second office in Snells Beach. The boutique space next to the Warehouse and will provide award winning Chiropractic care to the community.

Dr Chanelle Vaughan says that chiropractic is all about enhancing your bodies ability to adapt to the stresses of daily life. “An effect of that increased resilience has people experiencing all sorts of wonderful positive changes such as energy levels, sleep quality, immune system strength, pain levels and overall well being.”

“People come for results but stay for the ongoing benefits. By optimising the efficiency of the nerve system the function of the rest of your body improves.

Chiropractic is a fantastic natural, gentle and safe choice for increasing your families well-being.”

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NEW BUILDS PUHOI TO WAIPU WITH SENTINEL HOMES Living in Matakana with her two children, has been a welcome change of pace for business owner Ursula Gilchrist. Ursula who believes in good design and quality products, took charge of the business, after the sad loss of her husband 18 months ago.

With ten years’ experience as a draftsperson at Fletcher Residential in her youth, her own Interior Design office and several of her own developments in Takapuna, have put her in good stead to lead an amazing team, who pride themselves on listening to their clients. ursula.gilchrist@sentinelhomes.co.nz www.sentinelhomes.co.nz

POST IMPRESSIONS Post Impressions is meeting the changing market of online deliveries by offering unique solutions for valuable deliveries, consumables and chilled items.

Newly designed ‘My Food Safe’ is an exciting new concept: this multifunction home courier box provides thermal insulation with chilly pad slots for food shopping orders, meal delivery, wine, alcohol or even online shopping orders. Your delivery can be stored securely, locked away until you arrive home.

They also have solutions available to cover unsightly rubbish and recycle bins, and gas bottles.

DONATE YOUR OLD SPORTS KIT! Cadbury are running scheme to collect any sports gear your kids no longer use and donated it to kids in need in conjunction with their charity partner, Kids Can. All match ready, good condition sports gear can be donated the following ways: go online to find a purple drop-off locker or download a free pre-paid courier label and send to their virtual locker.

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OOB SHOP OPEN FOR SUMMER Each year holidaymakers and locals visit the OOB Organic Orchard gates in Omaha to experience a real taste of Kiwi summer.

Enjoy an incredibly fresh, certified organic, berry and soft-serve blend (available in dairy-free too) or indulge in delicious organic ice cream and ice blocks from a selection of mouth-watering flavours available at the orchard shop. There are also take-home punnets of their fresh blueberries, freshly handpicked from the orchard.

The Organic Orchard Shop is a great destination for everyone, so take the whole family, pull up a bean bag, relax under the trees and indulge.

The OOB Organic Orchard Shop is located between Matakana and Omaha Beach.

Open from Saturday 14 December 2019, 7-days, 12.00 noon - 6.00pm.

9 Jones Road, Omaha www.ooborganic.com

A FRESH START AT THE PARSLEY POT CAFÉ

WILLOW THE CARAVAN BAR

ICONIC ‘MATAKANA HOME’ STORE IS FOR SALE

Parsley Pot Café is open again and under new management with Natalie and Steven. Head over and enjoy this family owned, garden café, tucked away in wonderful Sandspit. Still with the same great food and serving delicious Kokako Organic Coffee.

Willow is a vintage 1960s Starliner Caravan that has been freshly transformed into a mobile caravan bar. Willow has the charismatic charm to suit any event.

It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire one of Matakana Village's much loved and successful businesses.

Enjoy the breakfast and brunch menu, with something for the whole family.

Open Tuesday – Sunday, 8am to 3pm.

786 Sandspit Road, Snells Beach www.facebook.com/theparsleypotcafe

“We serve whatever you like, from beer, wine, cocktails, or any other beverage that you want your guests to enjoy,” says owner Abby Quinn.

Willow is styled and ready for any event including weddings, birthdays, engagement parties, baby showers, celebrations, corporate functions and more.

027 572 6006 hello@willowthecaravanbar.com

Featuring a comprehensive range of contemporary indoor and outdoor furniture, homewares and lighting sourced from New Zealand and around the world, Matakana Home is your chance to bring your creative interior design and styling talents to life.

Chances to join the vibrant Matakana Village retail environment are extremely rare, so if you can see yourself as the next owner of this profitable and growing business, talk to Sally 021951285. sally@matakanahome.com www.matakanahome.com

“Our team is highly skilled and pride ourselves on attention to detail, project management and customer satisfaction. We can help you with your project starting early in the design stages and we work closely with a number of architects, to make sure your design will fit within your budget.”

- Owner & Operator, Ryan Bridgens • architectural homes • new builds • renovations • interior design • landscaping services Building Quality homes on the Matakana Coast www.bridgens.nz Ryan 021 560 889 | ryan@bridgens.nz Deb 021 277 6999 | info@bridgens.nz

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TASTE OUR WINES EXPLORE THE SCULPTURE TRAIL DINE IN THE GLASSHOUSE RESTAURANT Open daily 10am-5pm brickbay.co.nz Phone 09 425 4690 | 17 Arabella Lane, Snells Beach

Matakana Dental Care Team is so excited to announce the opening of our new branch in Snells Beach in the newly furnished Medical Centre.

Now enjoy the 5 star patient experience with the same friendly staff at both locations.

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LOCAL COASTAL GEMS

As a marine scientist and educator Lydia Green of Saltwater Eco has worked in her share of beautiful ocean environments, from the Maldives to Fiji, yet she is always drawn back to our exceptional stretch of Aotearoa’s coastline.

With two world class marine reserves, a scientifically significant harbour and an abundance of white sand surf beaches there really is something special about the Matakana Coast. She shares her top picks with us.

Pakiri Beach is 9km of pristine white sandy beach and natural beauty. This open coast beach is popular with surfers of all abilities and beach goers alike. For younger and less confident swimmers the inlet is a calm place to play and take a dip.

Goat Island Marine Reserve is New Zealand’s oldest marine reserve and played a key role in starting the marine protection movement worldwide.

The reserve is still home to an active scientific community and its protected waters offer some of the best snorkelling and diving in the country. It’s a perfect spot for a kayak and swim. Younger marine enthusiasts can explore the rock pools.

Monday to Sunday 10am - 5pm • Labour Weekend to Easter (Summer hours) 52 Brooke Lane, Mangawhai. 5km down King Road.

www.brookelanevineyard.com • Phone 021 545 299 14

Omaha Beach is another white sand stunner. This easily accessible and family friendly destination is the most protected of the regions surf beaches and perfect for learning to surf. A favourite for body boarding, swimming and beach fun. The estuary is also a perfect paddle boarding spot for beginners.

Tawharanui Regional Park hosts the second of the Matakana region’s beautiful marine reserves and a popular surf beach. Tawharanui is the only example of a mainland pest free sanctuary and a marine reserve combined; providing continuous protection to native species both on land and in the ocean. And it’s breathtakingly beautiful! Spend the whole day snorkelling, swimming and exploring the rock pools. You may even get a visit from the dolphins!

Whangateau Harbour is undoubtedly the regions best kept secret. The harbour has been described as one of the highest quality estuaries in the Auckland Region. Its amazingly clear waters are testament to healthy shellfish populations, allowing snorkellers to experience the unique marine life associated with tidal estuaries and mature mangrove forests. Perfect for a gentle paddleboard when the time is right!

Throughout the holidays, Saltwater Eco run daily surf lessons at Omaha Beach and snorkel lessons/guided tours at Goat Island Marine Reserve. Surf lessons at Pakiri and snorkel lessons at Tawharanui and the Whangateau mangroves are run on request. Three-day kids’ surf and snorkel programs are run weekly, on select dates. Check out their website for more information. www.saltwatereco.co.nz

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MARKETS - CINEMAS - SHOPPING CAFES - RESTAURANTS - GALLERIES Eat, shop and play in Matakana Village.

Enjoy the Matakana Cinema, explore the Matakana shops and galleries, or experience the famous Matakana Markets for fresh, local, artisan produce.

OPEN 7 DAYS 45 MIN FROM AUCKLAND

www.matakanavillage.co.nz

Enjoy the lifestyle in the heart of vibrant Warkworth These new apartments are architecturally designed and built to a high quality with beautifully finished resort style facilities.

All the benefits of retirement living with the convenience of village life right at your doorstep; cafĂŠs, shops, recreational sport and health services all within easy walking distance.

There is easy access to the Matakana Coast lifestyle; close to beaches, walkways, cycleways, nature reserves, vineyards and much more.

Facilities include an indoor pool, spa, gym, sauna, welcoming lounge, library and cafe.

Our apartments all have designer kitchens with 1, 2 or 3 bedroom options priced from $495,000 to $1,050,000.

These top of the range apartments are an easy lock and leave option and have secure parking available.

FOR MORE INFORMATION Call Sylvie on 027 314 5767 9 Queen St, Warkworth (09) 425 8766

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SURFING THE COVE ‘The Cove’, as it is affectionately known, has the best of all things needed for the perfect getaway and all on your doorstep. Plus the gorgeous Langs Beach is just over the hill!

The Cove has a long and rich surfing history. A popular summer destination for generations due to its fun, mellow wave, which is suitable for all surfing levels. It is patrolled in summer by one of the longest running surf clubs in New Zealand and is proud to offer this incredible service along with numerous programs such as little nippers.

For more experienced surfers, Waipu Cove is primarily a beach break with a right hander off the rocks at the southern end of the beach. There are several peaks stretching down the beach with left and right handers only a short walk away. The right hand point is a nice easy wave and is best on an east or big south east swell. Waipu Cove is usually sheltered from strong southerly winds.

There’s lots of other fun activities to keep energetic kids entertained in the long summer days. Learn 2 Surf Waipu Cove offer surf lessons for all ages and abilities, and they’re located right on the beach. They are passionate about equipping everyone with the right knowledge and gear to keep them surfing well and having a blast.

There is a range of exciting events happening including women’s surf and yoga days, adults progression sessions, after school programs and two Bali surf and yoga retreats.

info@learn2surf.co.nz www.learn2surf.co.nz

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OUR REPUTATION IS BUILT ON SOLID FOUNDATIONS Beau Edwards has built his reputation on quality for over 15 years and takes enormous pride in his company’s accomplishments.

Having an experienced team with diverse skill sets that can match any task means we are confident in our ability to deliver beautiful homes on time and on budget.

TRUST IS JUST ONE OF THE THINGS WE’VE BUILT AROUND WARKWORTH. We build homes and we also build good, long-term relationships with our customers.

Edwards Builders is a local, family-owned Warkworth building company specialising in residential construction throughout Rodney.

Whether you’re building a new home, carrying out a renovation inside or out, we appreciate that every job is different, every client is different, and every budget is different. You’ll never be “just another client”.

To discuss your renovation plans or to make an enquiry about our team building your new house, contact Beau Edwards.

Our success is due to our building expertise, and the integrity, transparency and trustworthiness we bring to each and every building project.

It’s your house and your vision. You should have absolute transparency throughout every step of the building process, and we provide that. That’s why we have become one of Warkworth’s leading home builders.

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THE STYLE OF SUMMER PHOTO

Black Swamp Road is long and unsealed, becoming a dust barrel over the summer months.

Being parallel to the east coast it becomes busy when the sun is out or the surf is up. Pine trees line the roadside that lead you to the ocean.

Rhea has grown up in Mangawhai and will forever call it home. She wanted her own creative outlet and being inspired by the place and people closest to her - Blackswamp Surf Co. was born. “There is something very special and unique about home.

I love that life is simple and growing up we have all stood alongside each other. I think my logo represents this well. I’m very lucky to have great friends that have been a massive help when it

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comes to design, photography and getting things done in general. It all takes time and a lot of love.”

The label first emerged just over two years ago at the lead up to Christmas. “I wanted to give gifts that I had created and were personal.” After a few hours of drawing up logo concepts she had it, a simple line drawing of a wave rolling into three pine trees.” I had it made into vinyl transfers that I could heat press onto t-shirts.” She then made a few for neighbours, which extended to friends and family. Once she started having a few requests from people she didn’t know she decided to make a go of it and try a stall at a local market last summer. Going better than expected, Rhea had to

look at having her t-shirts locally screen printed to keep up with the demand. She is back at the Mangawhai Tavern markets this summer and will also be stocking local surf shop Bammas.

“I’m really excited for what’s ahead and the new summer range featuring local inspired artwork by Blake Gordon.” Rhea is also working on new ideas for surfboard accessories, which she hopes to have available this year.

www.instagram.com/blackswampsurf www.facebook.com/blackswampclothing

Care for the whole family Dr Elspeth Dickson

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PROTECTING YOUR POOCH IN SUMMER

Mr Soft Top is well known for their warm cosy merino tees and woollen coats, so why a tee in the summer? Other than their obvious adorability these fashions come with functionality, as the team at Mr Soft Top discovered over several years of working with these fun and colourful garments.

Their Lycra ‘Sun Tees’ have several benefits to keep your precious pup protected this summer and have them standing out from the crowd!

For dogs suffering from allergies caused by dry grass or even summer heat rashes, then covering up in a cool tee will help protect the skin from their scratching. “This is one of the most common reasons customers buy these tops, as the natural cooling effect of the Lycra seems to reduce the need to scratch,� says owner Rachael staples.

“The Skin Vet in Mount Wellington recommends Mr Soft Top for covering up and protecting allergy prone skin.�

swimsuit Lycra. Being New Zealand made means that custom orders can be catered to for happy, cool, scratch-free dog this summer.

We sometimes forget that dogs can get sunburnt too, especially those that are regularly groomed just in time for summer’s heatwave. Their normal protective coat is cut short and their skin underneath is exposed. Many breeds are also susceptible to overheating so that’s where these Sun Tees come into play. Soak the tee in cold water and put it on your dog, or wet your dog while they are wearing it - they can even swim in them too! The Lycra holds the water and helps to lower the body temperature.

Pop into their shop, open Saturdays, 9am – 1pm, for an instant fix or view their range online.

These bright and colourful tees come with or without sleeves, and are made from high grade-

41 Matakana Valley Road, Matakana www.mrsofttop.com

Open Saturdays 41 Matakana Valley Rd Matakana 9am - 1.00pm

Unity is a new + recycle designer boutique styling high fashion, ethical and indigenous brands. Circular fashion, sustainability and conscious consumerism are essence.

Unity is a small shop with a big purpose.

Leading designer high quality garments made to last, Indigenous brands supporting their whanau and ethical brands upcycled mindfully.

Preloved designer collection: Jimmy D, Trelise Cooper, Maaike, Karen Walker, Zambesi, Tawhiao, Outliv, Ahuacreationz, LaLA...

41 Matakana Valley Road | 021 333 377 www.unitycollection.co.nz

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SUMMER VIBES FOR THE LITTLE GUYS

Swimsuit, T-Shirt, Board Shorts - Blue Adventures Rollerskates - Nomad & Home Leather Bag - Green With Envy Pet Sun Tee - Mt Softop

Pink Dress, Coin Purse, Unicorn Comforter, Bloomers Green With Envy Hat and Romper - Nomad & Home

Blue Adventures, 329 Omaha Flats Road, Big Omaha www.instagram.com/nomadandhome.nz www.mrsofttop.com www.thebachmatakana.nz www.greenwithenvy.co.nz

Fossick & Find

INTERESTING THINGS, HARD TO FIND ELSEWHERE Including Inspired Gifts for Him & For Her An eclectic collection displayed over 5 themed galleries: Vintage & Modern Decorative Arts, Furniture, Antiques, Art, Old Maps, Curios, Silver, Model Ships & Rare Maritime Memorabilia, Antique Weapons, Jewellery, Lamps, Ladies Fashion Clothing & Accessories, World Globes, Soft Furnishings, Affordable Gifts, Coastal Themed Items, Vintage Collectables and more

Open January: Thursday to Sunday 10am - 3pm And at other times on demand….look for yellow Open Flag 41 MATAKANA VALLEY RD, MATAKANA VILLAGE. AMPLE PARKING ON SITE. MOBILITY ACCESS. Tel: Barbara 021 744 999, Shop 09 423 0125 E: fossickandfind@xtra.co.nz See more at our website: www.fossickandfind.co.nz

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Omaha T-Shirt, Cap, Skateboard - Nomad & Home Water Bottle - Green With Envy Board Shorts - Blue Adventures

Rash Shirt - Blue Adventures Board Shorts - The Bach, Matakana Hat, Sunnies, Wet-bag - Nomad & Home Drink Bottle, Tucan Toy - Green With Envy

PROVINCIAL PICNICS & HAND PICKED HAMPERS Carefully Curated  Locally Sourced  Eco-Friendly

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MORRIS & JAMES - COMING HOME WORDS

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Right here, 25 years ago, The Café at Morris & James served its first coffee. Since then, there have been a few different chapters, but from early December the café is back in the family.

“We only took over the lease a week ago, so it’s still early days and very much evolving,” says owner Anthony Morris.

The Café will have something for everyone, offering really good coffee, a bite to eat and a spot to relax and read the paper. People can shop, browse the artworks of Anthony Morris, or play in the lovely leafy playground “We will start with simple and beautiful cabinet food, like paninis and salads.

We plan to start serving cooked food as well later on,” Anthony says.

The Café seating will mainly be outside in the courtyards, and what used to be the restaurant is being turned into a combination of a gallery and shop, where pieces by Anthony Morris Studio will be displayed and for sale.

Anthony’s daughter Roz Morris James is running successful café and coffee roastery Cafe Mokxa in Lyon, France’s second biggest city. Together with her French husband, she is training baristas and selling coffee throughout the country. She is also in charge of The Café at Morris & James.

“Roz is managing it from afar with the help of her loyal local staff-members.

She will be coming home to Matakana later in the summer to see how things are going,” Anthony says. “My son Jake has recently returned to Matakana after many years in London, and he is also getting more and more involved in promoting the Café and the family collection.”

The leafy green courtyard has had a discreet tidying up, and next is the playground, which will be getting some new swings and become easier for kids of all ages to get around.

The Café also encourages their guests to buy a picnic (soon to be on offer) and have a sit down in the paddocks to enjoy it.

“We will be evolving and expanding slowly,” says Anthony. “People seem pleased to see the Café back in the family again, and that it has this new feel that is shiny, bright and happy!”

48 Tongue Farm Road, Matakana www.facebook.com/thecafeatmorrisandjames

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MATAKANA BUSINESSES COLLABORATE AND WIN GOLD!

The New Zealand Ice cream awards have recently been announced and Charlie’s Gelato have struck Gold again. This is the second year running that Charlie’s have won a gold medal. The special thing about this year’s award, is that they have teamed up with another great local Matakana business, Daily Organics.

The Kombucha Sorbetto has been a true collaboration. Andrew’s wife Tania has been hooked on Kombucha for a long time. After moving to Matakana she quickly discovered her absolute favourite, Daily Organics. They started stocking the Daily Organics range in their small wholefoods area, and their 15 year old son Johnny suggested they try to make a sorbetto using the Kombucha. Delwyn at Daily Organics brought into the idea, and had the patience to supply them while they made numerous samples. Andrew admits it took a long time to get the balance right. “We wanted to limit the sweetness of the Sorbetto enough so that the true Kombucha flavour was the hero, we added some of our own home grown lemon juice and zest and kept it simple. Last year we did a similar co-lab with Honest Chocolat which worked well - it’s good fun working with other local companies. Delwyn and her team have been amazing to work with so it’s their award as much as ours.”

Andrew at Charlie’s Gelato entered five flavours into the national awards this year, with three of them picking up medals. They are especially proud of the Gold medal, as they are highly sought after and very difficult to attain.

The Gold winner was their Kombucha Sorbetto, with their Strawberry Gelato and Mango Sorbetto achieving Silver awards. To achieve an award you need to score 90%+ for a Silver and 95% or above for a Gold medal. The annual awards are blind tested by six independent judges, and from over 300 entries, the top score was 98 out of 100. Charlie’s Kombucha Sorbetto scored 97!

We asked Andrew what 2020 will bring? Can Charlie’s Gelato do a Canterbury Crusaders and pull off three in a row? “Not sure about that, but I am playing around with some local Pilsner and Gin, so who knows, maybe we can make the judges truly happy!” www.charliesgelato.co.nz www.dailyorganics.com

PROPERTY PROJECTS • SEASONAL MAINTENANCE • MANAGEMENT

Property Service management taking the hassle out of organising and managing your property projects and seasonal maintenance.

Our goal is to ensure that you maintain and increase the value of your property through timely maintenance and quality workmanship. We promise to make your time away from your home worry free and your time in your home more enjoyable.

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Willow the Caravan Bar The mobile bar that will WOW your guests Beer. Wine. Cocktails. www.willowthecaravanbar.com Contact Abby Quinn 0275726006 | hello@willowthecaravanbar.com

CONTINENTAL CARS BMW OPENS NEW ZEALAND’S LARGEST BMW DEALERSHIP.

WE’VE OPENED THE DOORS TO OUR NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART DEALERSHIP IN WAIRAU VALLEY The opening of our new facilities at 45 Wairau Road allows us to offer our customers the best presented range of new and used BMW vehicles and the most comprehensive Service Department in the country.

The North of Auckland will be the growth area of our beautiful city and we’ve committed to providing that growth with the very best BMW ownership experience.

“This new dealership is the destination for people looking to buy and service BMWs.” said Geoff Light, Dealer Principal, Continental Cars BMW. “From our incredible new showroom with award-winning, knowledgeable and friendly sales team, to our undercover ‘drive-in’ service centre which employs the most experienced team of BMW technicians in the Auckland area, including three BMW Qualified Master Technicians, this new dealership is your new home for everything BMW.” Customers buying a new BMW vehicle can expect a particularly enjoyable experience when picking up their new vehicle. A dedicated delivery suite is aimed at making customers and their families feel extra appreciated when taking ownership of their new vehicle.

“ YOUR NEW HOME FOR EVERYTHING BMW” Geoff Light DEALER PRINCIPAL

And it’s not just new vehicles buyers who will enjoy an enhanced buying experience. The dealership has an extensive two-level premium used vehicle area. “We promise our premium used car clients they will receive the same brilliant customer service as the people buying our latest, top-of-the-line models. All of our customers are important to us, whether they are looking to purchase or service a vehicle. There’s no reason anyone should miss out on the luxury car experience.” said Geoff Light.

“This incredible dealership is a sign of our commitment to the BMW brand in New Zealand, and especially our focus on customer service initiatives,” said Geoff Light. “We’ve thought of everything, from dedicated showrooms for M-Sport and electric vehicles, to making sure there are plenty of parking spaces at the new dealership location, so customers can have a truly hassle-free experience.” We are proud to offer this enhanced new dealership to the people of Auckland and look forward to delivering you the higher standards of service that it allows us.

REFLECTING BMW ECO CREDENTIALS Our view of the world, and our responsibilities to it, is changing and BMW is at the forefront of that change. Our new dealership is a symbol of that change, from the solar panel arrays and rainwater catchment and recycling to augment the car-washing system to the electric vehicle charging stations for BMW’s huge investment into electric and hybrid vehicles.

BRING YOUR MINI TO US FOR AUTHORISED SERVICE AND PARTS In addition, Continental Cars BMW is delighted to announce it is now an authorised MINI service and parts dealer. MINI owners can now have their car serviced with expert technicians at the new dealership which also stocks and supplies MINI parts.

Continental Cars BMW 45 Wairau Road, Wairau Valley, North Shore |

(09) 488 2000 |

www.continentalcarsbmw.co.nz

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SUMMER SIPS & BITES WHANGA EATS Whanga Eats is located over the hill from Matakana in the Whangaripo Valley and on the way to the beautiful Pakiri Beach. It's situated on the edge of a local Dairy Farm, cleverly constructed out of containers, the outlook is stunning!

If you love coffee "Havana" and homestyle cooking/baking then this is the place to be. Dog and child friendly. If you want to escape the hustle and bustle then come on over!

09 973 3416 1199 Matakana Valley Road, Whangaripo

AUCKLAND OPERA STUDIO MATAKANA SUMMER PICNIC AOS are lucky to welcome Amitai Pati (Sol3 Mio) to head up this year’s Picnic Concert. Accompanying Amitai are friends: Amelia Berry, one of Australasia’s leading Sopranos; Joel Amosa, Bass-Baritone and winner of last year’s Lexus Competition and Ipu Laga’aia, New Zealand’s young Tenor superstar on the rise.

Join them at the corner of Ward and Matakana Valley Road on Saturday 22 February, 5.30pm with picnic in hand for a concert that promises to be better than ever. Bookings on their website.

www.aucklandoperastudio.co.nz

PARSLEY POT CAFÉ

LOGAN MACLEAN

Tucked away just north of Auckland at 786 Sandspit Road, Warkworth.

Traditional all day breakfast menu and Kokako Organic Coffee.

Logan MacLean is not just another cafe. With award-winning pies, gluten-free options and plant-based specialty in a friendly positive environment.

Dog and child friendly.

Constantly evolving with amazing changes in the New Year which you will love!

09 425 8486 www.facebook.com/theparsleypotcafe

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CHARLIE’S GELATO GELATO One of the best kept secrets for a place to take the family in the Matakana area has to be Charlie's Gelato Garden. At Charlie’s they offer a huge range of freshly made, small batch Gelatos and Sorbettos. Over the summer holidays you can also enjoy an authentic wood fired pizza while relaxing amongst the vines!

Check out their website for pizza oven hours.

17 Sharp Road, Warkworth www.charliesgelato.co.nz

LEIGH SAWMILL CAFÉ Fantastic outdoor dining, with a large courtyard and garden areas to relax in.

Plenty of space for kids to play on the grass, seesaw or maypole – and there’s a remodeled boat to clamber over – dog friendly too.

Cosy at night with heating in the courtyard, fairy lights and brazier in the garden. Bookings taken for groups of ten or over.

Open 7 days 10am-late, 27 December until the end of February.

Open Thursday-Sunday, from March through to December.

142 Pakiri Road, Leigh www.sawmillcafe.co.nz

SMITHS MATAKANA Enjoy a carefully crafted food menu for sharing with international fusion flavours, creative cocktails and Matakana’s largest sun deck.

Daily drink and food specials.

Live DJ’s every Sunday. Open 7 days.

09 422 7360 www.stablesmatakana.co.nz/smiths

THE STABLES RESTAURANT MATAKANA Family restaurant famous for Steak and Ribs on Fridays and delicious Sunday Roasts with panoramic views of Matakana. Ample parking, lawn games, playground for the kids. A great venue for large groups.

Open Friday-Sunday.

09 422 7360 www.stablesmatakana.co.nz

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PROPERTY SHOWCASE

PEACEFUL RURAL LIFESTYLE LOT

Secluded Goatley Road just out of Warkworth, was first settled by Europeans around 1860.

The road was named after widower James Henry Goatley from Oxfordshire - England, who handbuilt his homestead from pit-sawn totara milled from bush above where he and his New Zealand wife lived. He planted extensive orchards there after tasting grapes, peaches, apples and pears after a stopover in Naples. His orchards and orange grove prospered with the help of his new and noted orchardist wife, and were described at the time as a “sight to behold”. James also had a passion for cricket, and he was well known for entertaining visiting Auckland teams, and reenacting famous games.

Late in the 1970s, new owners would farm the land as an angora goat farm, and it was here, near the start of his art career, that international artist Julian Dashper painted from an art studio he built on the property. Local potter, the late Madeleine Dashper, also had her pottery studio near the gate. Many locals will fondly remember her famous open days every year.

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The new ‘Dashper Drive’ subdivision of the entire property aims to incorporate many of these features into the design. Lots surrounded by trees are on the market here for the first time in 130 years. The old Goatley homestead and a large protected native bush area remains owned by the family as Lot 1. Lots 3 and 4 have already been sold, and Lot 5 has been released onto the market for someone who shares the vision of a peaceful rural lifestyle.

Lot 5 is a mixture of pasture and lush native bush, bordering on over 40 hectares (100 acres) of the subdivision’s native trees from Lot 1. The site features access to its own small private waterfall flowing down into a stream fed from the hills, and a path up to a beautiful secluded bush clearing perfect for a gazebo retreat or a hot tub hideaway.

All power and communications are ready to go, in this most elevated building site in the subdivision.

Geotec reports and topographical plans are ready for your architect. A breath-taking view down the valley to the south is there to admire when you build your own home on the 1000m2 building

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Lot 1 with the restored Goatley homestead, is directly below Lot 5. The neighbours lower down on Lot 4 have started building their ‘New Old Barn’, which is constructed around a dismantled and restored nine metre high Eastern hemlock frame, originally built in the 1860s on a farm in Ontario, Canada. Their modern New Zealand home will use contemporary materials to contrast with the heritage barn structure.

Part of the vision of the future for this subdivision is to resurrect the communal orchards for Dashper Drive residents, to host cricket games nowand-again, and to celebrate the beautiful bush surroundings.

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Situated at the top of a hill with a 180 degrees outlook, this modern take on a barn makes the most of its views over the sea to Little Barrier. It also allows for stunning sights back over native bush.

The house sits at the highest point, with the rolling hills of Pakiri around it. The platform has been embraced by spreading the house along the site, opening it up to be both drenched in sun, as well as a prime seat to watch the wild weather roll in from the ocean.

“Given the size of the site, each space within has been graced with both views, sun, and connection to nature,” says architect Nicholas Mann.

The home took the standard gable pitched roof, and rectangular shaped barn, and splayed it out along the site with a series of smaller forms that retain the overall simplistic form. This allowed

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each space to make the most of the preferred views with a single depth design.

“The client wanted a home, not a bach,” says Nicholas. “They live a busy life in Auckland and this house was to be a retreat to escape to, in a beautiful part of the country.”

The large amount of glazing on the Northern side and limited glazing on East, West and Southern faces helps with the solar gains on the concrete mass. The single depth spaces allow for cross ventilation for cooling.

“We used a material palette of dark stained timber, dark profiled metal and a lighter polished concrete floor,” says Nicholas. “The materials were selected so they can either weather naturally or be maintained, depending on preference and desired look.”

The house itself is made from a simple form, which has been separated, cut and rotated to create a chain of mini blocks that reduce the bulk of the house and create some complexity.

“A modern interpretation of the barn-like structure, which had been asked for in the brief,” Nicholas says.

The staircase is another standout feature. It slices through the ridge of the roofline, which both breaks up the gable forms as well as providing a stunning vista out to the sea through the full height glass. Once the sun is down, it creates a warm glow through the glazing.

“This means it looks fantastic at night as well,” says Nicholas.

His first visit to the site, however, was not as impressive.

“I met the client in Auckland and then headed out to site myself,” he says. “I had been told to make sure I take in the breath-taking view. But once I arrived, the fog had rolled in and I could hardly see the camera in front of me – which I was holding up to photograph the scenery!”

Fortunately, Nicholas came back up a few weeks later on a cloudless day, and he has thoroughly enjoyed his many visits to the local area since then.

“This is a beautiful part of the country. The site visits were always a pleasure and I kept extending my stays, heading down to the beach or to the Matakana Village Pub,” he says.

“The weather was enjoyable, whether the sun was beaming down or wet weather rolling into the coast from out at sea. This is definitely an area I plan to visit more often, now that I know what it holds.”

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an expression of my inner self. Every chair is a project that I am impatient to realise," he says.

the backs for comfort. All pieces are stamped with ‘NZ’, his initials and their number.

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He uses mostly hand-tools, hammering on the anvil and forging are becoming very physical as the years go by.

"I make furniture because of its direct relationship with humans. Each design is spontaneous and

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MARGARET ESTALL WORDS

Margaret Estall is a full-time artist living in Te Arai Point. Well, nearly full-time: she phones in for her Junction interview from the Environment Court in Auckland, where Te Arai residents are objecting to the proposed quarry expansion. She is outraged. “If it goes ahead it could mean over 300 trucks past our gate a day! We moved here for the peace and quiet and the incredible environment.

It’s appalling, but sadly it’s just another thing that puts my work into perspective for me.”

Margaret draws flowers – garlands in particular.

Her art is very large-scale and she uses charcoal on paper. She rarely uses colour, mostly shades of grey. Light cascades softly from a single source to make the velvety blackness of the shadows in other corners complete. It’s all about chiaroscuro – the treatment of light and shade. The pieces

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have a quality of museum-like stillness, they’re lush but ethereal, almost ghostly. The flowers disappear in places, fading out to white like an old photograph.

The intellectual process behind them is no less fascinating. It began when Margaret met and married Mark, who is Rarotongan. They spent a fair bit of time in the Pacific Islands; more later with their children. She became aware of the importance of flowers there – the garland is essential in religion, ceremonies of birth and death, even architecture. “Garlands are transformative,” she says. “You put one on and you are immediately elevated, different. They endow power of a sort.”

She also began to realise that the garland had been used by colonists in the islands to depict a

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perfect way of life that isn’t always there. It was an image sold to the world, patronising in a way – the classic scantily-clad ‘dusky maiden’ wreathed in flowers carried a perception of paradise, there for the taking.

So where did the colour go in her own art? “Black and white adds drama. It takes away the ‘noise’ of colour,” she says. “I didn’t want to use chemicals either, and most pigments involve some kind of extraction process. And it was very much about the drawing – it’s seen as the poor cousin of painting, but that’s what I felt I needed to do.”

But there’s a much bigger angle to the charcoal now. The world is burning – the Amazon, America, Australia, and charcoal allows a literally organic link to those ruined environments. Sometimes the association becomes even more direct. “I’ve used

breadfruit or mango tree charcoal from Rarotonga to draw Pacific Island flora with, and charcoal I’ve found on our land at Te Arai too, which is likely to be a kauri remnant from old forest clearing.”

It brings us back to the environmental degradation from the quarry which Margaret feels is encroaching on their beloved ten-year-old garden in Te Arai. “I see my art as a device to carry the themes I’m passionate about: the beauty and fragility of our ecosystems.” And she’s ready to take that all the way to court. www.instagram.com/margaretestall_art www.margaretestall.com

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Mangawhai Pottery has relocated to De Le Boer Lanem, Mangawahi and is now nestled in a beautiful bush setting. From September through to October 2018, Gary and Vanessa from Mangawhai Pottery travelled through the many beautiful towns and villages of the Loire Valley in France. The fantastic people, supreme food and wine, and museums, in particular ones dedicated to Faience ware, French Slip and French Rural Pottery acted as inspiration.

“Upon returning we opened our new venture on Labour weekend,” Gary tells us “It was wonderful to fill this space with so many good people. They came with warm hearts and shared bubbles in the sunshine.”

“We owe a special thank you to those who offered help with shifting the pottery! It was gladly accepted. Some offered their time and helping hands, while others two cubes of concrete! I feel incredibly humbled.”

So with that thought in mind Gary heads for pastures new, with the focus altered and into the realm of team building and corporate sessions, where groups, no bigger than six members, will get a real hands on experience. In late November the crew from Mangawhai Dental headed along for their Christmas experience. “We messed around with mud throwing, made quite a few pots and smiles filled the room,” says Gary.

Gary is still passionate about community based workshops, with such sessions as ‘Hands on the Wheel Workshops’, which will focus on two potters at a time. He aims to invite tutors in from time to time and he will continue his kids’ workshops.

Christmas Eve this year is a celebration for Gary of 30 years working and selling pots. “I have never stood on the bridge and wondered where the river might flow. Instead I jumped in and went with it.”

“On that day, at the Takapuna Markets, I came home to my family with Christmas dinner and a present for each of my boys. I had spun clay into gold!”

“Clay is a catalyst for a happy heart. It is just about having fun with friends and family.”

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After completing a four year degree majoring in sculpture at Elam School of Fine Arts, Amanda Powell wondered, what next? “Sculptor wanted” wasn’t being advertised in the New Zealand Herald.

Luckily for her, renowned Auckland jeweller Peter Minturn decided to have one last apprentice, and it was her. She spent four years and many long hours sitting beside him in his workshop learning the craft of making bespoke jewellery. She then helped him start up the Peter Minturn Goldsmith School for the next three years, and became a teacher there.

Now working as an independent jewellery designer, Amanda has come away with a wealth of knowledge and skills that not only help her create beautiful jewellery pieces, but have given her a chance to continue her love of sculpture (just on a smaller scale).

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She uses many of the techniques she learnt at Elam, such as wood carving, mould making and lost wax casting, to make customised contemporary gold and silver jewellery for clients.

From a young age Amanda was always making things in her father's dugout and her neighbour's wood workshop. Her early love of handling tools has put her in good stead for a creative life of making things. “I don’t know how people get by without a space of their own that they can hammer, saw and create stuff - it’s a form of meditation for me.”

She has been working from a small home studio under the name Amanda Eve for the past 17 years.

The quiet rural lifestyle and friendly community of Kaipara Flats has given her inspiration for many of her jewellery pieces, including her latest doublesided pendants based on historic buildings in the area.

These are proving popular with locals that have lived in the area for a long time and she has made one for the Puhoi area as well by request. Her latest commission has been of an old farmhouse in the district, which has since been knocked down, for a woman who grew up there as a child.

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WARKWORTH PONY CLUB CELEBRATES 70 YEARS WORDS REBECKA BJELFVENSTAM

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To celebrate its longstanding history in the community, Warkworth Pony Club proudly put on a 70th jubilee full of fun activities at their club grounds at the A & P Showgrounds on SH1.

The Warkworth Pony Club branch is part of the NZPCA (New Zealand Pony Club Association), which has 238 branches and over 9,400 members nationwide.

The event included a high tea, display riding, and a yesteryear gymkhana with a twist!

Several of its members has gone on to become

Warkworth Pony Club President Sandi Webb was happy to see visitors young and old, from near and far, enjoying the action-filled day.

“It was lovely to see so many past members showing up,” says Sandi. “Two older sisters even came up from the South Island – from what I understand, their parents owned the original farm where the Pony Club is now, so they were some of its original members. They brought some of their old trophies too, which everyone thought was fantastic.”

There were also several old, black and white, photo albums on display which past members had brought in to share.

accomplished riders, competing in Horse of the Year and other national events.

The Pony Club hold popular rallies and competitions, like the Twilight Show Jumping, throughout the season, which goes from October to April.

One thing the club is missing is an all-weather arena. It means they are severely limited by the weather, which sometimes forces them to cancel events or shorten the season.

“The facilities are pretty basic at the moment,” Sandi says. “Our clubroom still has a dirt floor.”

But Sandi remains optimistic that there is change on the horizon.

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“We are waiting to obtain the lease from the Council and until that’s confirmed, we can’t really invest in facilities. But we are hopeful of seeing this changing in the years to come. Once we’ve got that security, we can start fundraising for an all-weather and all-purpose arena for our growing number of young members.”

The not-for-profit organisation also put on several overnight camps throughout the year, and an immensely popular annual weekend camp at North Gate Lodge in Ruakaka.

The Pony Club mainly caters to riders who own or lease their own horse, providing riding and horse management classes and qualifications through a recognised certification system.

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TREASURING THE MATAKANA HALL WORDS

“There has been a Public Hall adjacent to the present Hall (built 1959) in the village since 1876.

In February of that year ‘A meeting was held in the school room, for the purpose of taking steps to erect a Public Hall. The meeting was well attended, and a sum of over £30 was subscribed for that object at the meeting.’ The ‘Rambling Reporter’ of the Daily Southern Cross notes in the 2 March 1876 edition, that ‘…nothing tends so much to bring the people together and provide many an evening’s amusement as a building of this class.’” As recorded in the historical Matakana publication, ‘We Gathered Here’ by the late David Grant.

In February 1959, the Matakana New Hall Society committee decided to start construction on a new hall, as they had raised £2250. The total estimated cost was £3000, but they felt the shortfall could be arranged. There was also a discussion as to how the old hall (which was 73 years old) could be demolished. A week later a fire took hold and the hall burned to the ground. The insurance pay-out was £3000!

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It was decided to include a Plunket room and a library. Two weeks after the fire, Roke and Smith Builders and a large contingent of volunteers began work on the hall. Less than six months later, on 21 August 1959, the hall was declared open at a grand ball.

ceiling, and the installation of heat pumps.

In September 2019, at the Matakana Hall Society AGM, there was a suggestion made that the committee should hold a 60th Anniversary of the Matakana Hall. A small committee formed, and the anniversary was held on 24 November 2019.

A call went out for photographs and memorabilia, invitations were sent to locals who had been around at the time of the hall building, and attendees were invited to dress for the occasion.

The incoming committee for 2019-20 are also considering renovations to the toilet block, the kitchen and the stage area. Any public spirited local who has expertise to help with these improvements, would be appreciated. The Hall Committee aim for an effective liaison with a range of local groups.

Ann Cates, daughter of Norman Roke who built the hall, and Jack Algie, who worked as a volunteer during the building, both attended and spoke of the building process.

In recent times the hall has had significant improvements: rewiring, a replacement roof, a new

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This passionate New Zealand-based collector (classic Porches, VW Beetles and the VW Kombi) having his lifelong dream, to create a building that would both protect his investment and create an environment for enjoying his collection and the finer things in life, has now been fulfilled.

A Customkit barn with high ceilings, sound-proofing and temperature control capabilities was the starting point. The burnished concrete floors sparkle under the reflection of the industrial-style lighting. Overall the interior look is reminiscent of the German Bauhaus design style, one where art and creativity have a direct relationship with technology and peoples’ living requirements.

The black painted LVL beams and ply walls and ceilings make for a dramatic backdrop that is both rugged and refined. Clean lines and open spaces dominate the areas dedicated to the parking and work areas for the automobiles. Near one of the entrances is a luxury area pandering to human needs, including a bespoke bar area, fireplace and lounge area.

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Divinely Feminine

Blush Beauty Lounge

Excessive underarm sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis) can be a curse in summer, causing anxiety and embarrassment. Botox® is a great treatment for this condition, lasting long enough (6-12 months) to cover you for summer, and this extremely effective treatment only takes about 30 minutes!

Massage can do wonders for your wellbeing at any time of the year, and as the busyness of summer approaches, we sometimes need to be reminded to take a moment or two, to slow down, chill and nurture ourselves, so we can move through life feeling balanced. Divinely Feminine can help you do just that.

Summer parties and days at the beach - sooo good, but it can be difficult to keep your skin feeling radiant. The New Zealand sun is strong all year round, particularly over summer. A few helpful tips to keep your skin (and self) happy.

A tip to minimise sweating, especially for peri/ menopausal ladies, is to avoid foods that increase sweating or raise your skin temperature: spicy food, alcohol, coffee, and large meals will also increase body temperature so consuming smaller meals, limiting alcohol, drinking lots of water and just one coffee a day will all help!

Three reasons why you should get a massage this summer.

Terri is back at Blush on Wednesday 8 and Thursday 9 January, for bookings.

• Massage works wonders at helping to alleviate swollen legs and ankles as the warmer temperatures soar, enhancing your beauty and your comfort levels.

• Self care-who cares? If you don’t, who will darling? Making yourself a priority, especially when you’re stretched for time, means you can keep your glow on, even as the personal demands on you feel like they’re increasing.

• Get your dopamine hit! Massage releases endorphins and dopamine the ‘feel good’ chemicals in your body. Immune supporting goodness!

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• Stay out of the sun between 11am-3pm if you can - or make sure you are wearing a hat and clothing that gives you good coverage.

• Increase antioxidant rich foods and supplements and drink plenty of water. Include a glass of water between your glass of wine or your cocktail!

• Apply a good antioxidant rich sunscreen of SPF15 or higher-look for one with zinc or titanium dioxide as their main ingredient as this gives an instant physical sunblock. Reapplication is the key - if you burn quickly, reapply more often. Don’t forget feet, hands, neck and ears when applying sunscreen!

• Skin care is essential at the beginning and end of your summer day -antioxidant and vitamin A rich products will help protect and heal.

Christine will be back on 3 January for appointments.

09 422 9007

H E A LT H & W E L L B E I N G

SUMMER SELFCARE

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09 422 9007 Make Up Artistry • Tinting • Facials Manicures • Pedicures Electrolysis • Waxing • Brow Shaping

Teri Newton Appearance

Divinely Feminine

Teri Newton Registered Aesthetic Nurse for NZ natural results for Botox® Dermal Fillers and Specialist Skin Treatments...

Holistic treatments for women

Teri aims to achieve natural results which reflect a NZ aesthetic – for subtle enhancement, and a fresher, smoother appearance to revitalise and discreetly rejuvenate the face. Teri wants her clients to look their best not overworked!

Appts still available before Xmas for wrinkle reduction, facial sculpting and lip augmentation and Redensity microfiller for amazing skin.

Available Wednesdays and Thursdays in the Village. pureaesthetic.co.nz • 0272762188 Disclaimer - Important information from Allergan Pharmaceuticals. “Botox® is a prescription medicine containing 100 units of clostridium botulinum Type A toxin complex for injection. It is used for the treatment of severe frown lines and associated “crows feet” around the eyes. It should be administered by trained medical professionals. Talk to your specialist about the benefits/risks of this procedure in appearance medicine. Cautions: people with defective neuro-muscular transmission disorders, presence of infection at site of injection, glaucoma, pregnancy and lactation. Possible side effects include headaches, pain, burning or redness at injection site, local muscle weakness including drooping eye lids, lack of feeling & nausea. If you have side effects or concerns, speak to your doctor. A charge applies. Allergan Pharmaceuticals, Auckland.”

“Note: Botox® treatment lasts about four months and after this time further courses of treatment may be necessary. Speak to your specialist about your own situation.”

Divinely Feminine is a holistic wellness practice grounded in science and guided by intuition. Amanda began offering relaxation and remedial massage treatments in 2018, and 2020 will bring an exciting range of new treatments designed to aid with relaxation and rebalancing mind, body & emotions. These offerings will include massage, sound healing, vibrational medicine by use of New Zealand Native Flower Essences, Gua Sha facial massage and many more treatments. Amanda will be working from Blush Beauty every Tuesday and Thursday and from her home studio in Matakana every other Saturday. Gift Vouchers available.

Bookings essential at www.divinelyfeminine.nz or text 021 840 448

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SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AOTEAROA SURF

THE GAYA TREE

Kids Summer Surf Program Get the kids out of the house and back into nature!

30th December onward, 4 lessons over 4 days $149pp

The Gaya Tree Education and Sustainable Life Charitable Trust is celebrating Summer in Mangawhai with their Yogi Kids Retreat!

Ultimate Kids Surf Camp (5 nights) Surf lessons, beach activities, yoga and more!

19-24 January & 26-31 January 2020 $950pp Family and Group Surf Lessons Fun and rewarding for all ages and stages!

2-hour beginner lessons, $79pp or $69pp for groups Surf Sistas (Women’s only surfing) Experience the stoke of surfing! 4 week Surf program $199pp

Day Programme: 13-15 January $198, includes materials and food. Ages 5-12, 8.45am - 2.45pm each day.

Full Retreat: from 12 January, camping and rooms available, fully catered.

Tuesday evening talent show, professional outdoor stage setup.

Bush adventures and Nature Connection - TieDying - Yoga and Mindfulness - Mandala Creation Delicious Wholefoods Cooking

MYO HEALTH KIDS HOLIDAY PROGRAM Fun games, challenges, sports, circuit training, water-play and more. Also offering swim lessons and before and after care. Custom personalised sessions also available upon request. For more details and to book please visit their website.

Located in Point Wells.

Ages 6/7 to 11 yrs old (or older if keen) Every Tuesday during the month of January (other days available for custom group sessions) Main session from 9am to 1pm, $35

Check out their Facebook page to see a full programme.

To Book: 09 431 5760

s.hepburn89@gmail.com (Samantha)

www.aotearoasurf.co.nz

www.facebook.com/thegayatree

0204 1555 234 www.myohealthnz.com

Reach Forward EARLY LEARNING CENTRE The joy and passion for living and learning Give your child the best start to early learning Care and education for 0 to 6 year olds.

Each day children engage in fun learning opportunities and activities in language, writing, reading, mathematics, science, music, art and physical play.

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Come down and look around ‘new enrolment’ specials available We have long and short day options, amazing resources and everyone is welcome at our early learning centre.

Our centre is full of quality materials designed to extend, equip, enrich and encourage children towards successful lifelong learning.

09 283 3433 • 11 Falls Street, Warkworth warkworth@reachforward.co.nz

www.reachforward.co.nz

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NZ SURF ACADEMY OREWA HOLIDAY SURF PROGRAMME The NZ Surf Academy are running their popular holiday surf programme over the summer holidays for 6-16yr olds at Orewa Beach.

Fun, Safe, Active and Healthy 6-16yr olds | 5 Day Programme | $175 per person

MATAKIDS Summer 2020 holiday plans for children.

Skateboarding, beaches, bushwalks, and playgrounds plus fantastic dance and drama workshops, something for everyone.

Mondays: skateboarding at Orewa playground Tuesdays: skateboarding at Mangawhai playground Wednesdays: skateboard coaching with pro tutor Skinner Thursdays: swimming, bushwalks and playgrounds Fridays: dance/drama workshops with Tineke Robson

Suitable for beginner and intermediate surfers – developing surf skills and water confidence in a fun and safe environment at Orewa Beach Limited spaces | Please email to book

Tineke graduated from Fontys Dance Academy Musical Theatre in the Netherlands. She is a dance and drama teacher and choreographer. Tineke focuses on the group dynamic while also looking at individual development. Visit their website for bookings.

surf@nzsurfacademy.co.nz

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6-10 Jan | 13-17 Jan | 20-24 Jan | AM or PM sessions

GOAT ISLAND MARINE DISCOVERY CENTRE THE UNIVERSITY OF AUCKLAND

Open everyday except for Christmas day.

10am - 4pm

LEARN 2 SURF WAIPU COVE Summer holiday lessons are running every day, except on Christmas Day, from 21 December until 31 January Kids 1.5hr Group Lessons 1 x lesson $50, 3 x lessons $140, 5 x lessons $230 Adults 1.5hr Group Lessons 1 x lesson $70, 3 x lessons $190, 5 x lessons $270 Private lessons available on request and start from $100 All lessons include surfboards, wetsuits and qualified coaches. Surfboard, wetsuit and bodyboard hires available daily.

Come and join us in paradise!

021 719 773 www.learn2surf.co.nz

Whangateau Holiday Park Go local for a fun family break!

Family friendly accommodation and camping options, including waterfront camping available.

Safe swimming area, awesome snorkelling, kayak and paddleboarding, fantastic walks, pedal bikes, children play area and picnic spots.

Located just up the hill from Goat Island beach offering a variety of interactive experiences for all ages. Explore New Zealand’s marine life using our BIGEYE microscopes, living touch tank, sound tunnel, VR and more. There are fun activity trails for the kids and learn about the research being undertaken at the University of Auckland’s Institute of Marine Science.

Book now: whangateauholidaypark.co.nz 0800 947 275 or 09 427 3305 whpark@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Adult $9 | Child $5 | Family $20 | Senior citizen/Student $7 Visit our website for information about school or group visits, opening hours and more…

www.goatislandmarine.co.nz | 09 923 3621

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TI POINT REPTILE PARK

There are some unique and interesting creatures living at the Ti Point Reptile Park. The park is located on a six hectare block on the east coast of Ti Point overlooking the Hauraki Gulf, Te Hauturu-O-Toi/Little Barrier and the Coromandel Peninsula. The setting is regenerating bush that has been nurtured for the past 55 years.

The park was founded by the late Ivan Borich who started collecting various animals as a hobby. It is now the largest collection of reptiles in New Zealand, including Skinks and Geckos, Alligators, Tuatara, Iguana, Lace Monitors, many species of Tortoises, Terrapins, amphibians and Tarantula spiders.

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The park now has over two hundred reptiles, many of which have been bred at the park. Ivan's final construction project was his largest, a 1000sq m polyhouse to accommodate viewing all year round. This enables the park to replicate the natural temperatures and habitat.

One of Ivan's many breeding successes was his Green Iguanas being the first in New Zealand to accomplish this. Now there is a spectacular group on display.

The animal enclosures are situated in easy-walking distance of each other, following a beautiful nature walk through the native bush.

The reptile park is both educational and entertaining, making it a fantastic destination for people of all ages, birthday parties and school groups.

27 Ti Point Road Leigh Open Daily 10am - 5pm Phone 09 4226021 www.reptilepark.co.nz

Take a picnic - tables are available around the park grounds, and you can stay all day if you wish!

27 Ti Point Road, Ti Point www.reptilepark.co.nz

COME TO LOOK, LEARN, PLAY & EXPLORE WITH THE POPULAR GLASS BOTTOM BOAT TOUR, KAYAK & SNORKEL HIRE EXPERIENCE GOAT ISLAND NZ’S UNDERWATER WORLD Goat Island Marine Reserve, Goat Island Rd, Leigh www.glassbottomboat.co.nz 09 422 6334 | 027 497 9764 50

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HIGHLIFE FOR 2020 After a two-year hiatus, Highlife Entertainment is back with its famous New Year’s Eve boutique festival experience at a new venue this 31 December.

Head to the beautiful Ascension Wine Estate on the Matakana Coast for an event like no other, in the scenic surrounds of this iconic location.

Revel in the occasion with international and local live acts, DJ’s, dancers, performers, gourmet food, craft beverages, multiple areas to explore, lots of good people and a heart-stopping fireworks display to welcome in the next decade!

Highlife NYE is R22+ and so is aimed at a slightly more seasoned festival audience.

Get your accommodation sorted now and purchase your tickets as soon as possible because this event sells out every year!

Not staying in the Matakana region? Don’t stress!

Dedicated buses will be running all night long to and from Matakana, departing from Auckland city and other key locations. More information on transport services can be found on their website.

www.highlifenye.co.nz

QUALITY Supplying quality household water for over 30 years

Warwick Rhodes Contractors Ltd specialises in: • Metal supplies • Driveways • Site Works

• Dams • Roading • House sites

• Excavation • Household water deliveries

We have been delivering water to households in the local area for over 30 years, offering town & artesian water.

REGISTERED DRINKING WATER SUPPLIER IN NEW ZEALAND

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MAHURANGI REGATTA WORDS

Each Auckland Anniversary weekend, a unique and extraordinary event takes place in the Mahurangi Harbour. Styled on the settlers’ regatta, it was first recorded in 1865 but is probably much older. The Mahurangi Regatta since its re-incarnation in 1977 has grown each year to become a fond family tradition, crowned by a classic-yacht visual spectacle that has become the largest such race in the Southern Hemisphere.

The programme starts off on Saturday morning with events for children on the beach at Sullivans Bay. All manner of races including beach sprints, egg-and-spoon races, sack races and threelegged races provide family entertainment on the sand, while on the water rowing and small yacht racing get underway around mid-morning.

The launch race that was once a feature of the morning’s events has now been replaced with a

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Warkworth’s beautifully restored scow, the Jane Gifford does duty as the start boat for the glamour sailing event, the classic yacht race that gets underway at noon. The yachts complete a two-lap course from the harbour, around Te Haupa — Saddle Island outside the harbour entrance and back to the start line via Scotts Landing. The number of yachts taking place has continued to grow since the first specifically classic-yacht race in 1988. Now more than 100 craft compete for the family silver, the most prestigious being the Mahurangi Cup. The aristocracy of classic New Zealand craft gather for this regatta and, with sufficient wind, provide exciting racing but always a stunning vision of clouds of white sail, and at anchor.

With racing over, it’s time to move over to Scotts

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Landing for the prize giving and a magnificent evening of good company and joyful dancing thanks to the West City Jazz Orchestra — the 20-piece swing-band’s favourite gig since 2005.

There’s nothing to buy, no tickets needed. So leave your wallets (and your dog please) behind, bring a picnic — barbecues are provided — and enjoy an evening of camaraderie and great music until midnight. Those arriving by road should use the free paddock parking and shuttle bus, because parking nearer the landing soon becomes impossible.

If you enjoy art and heritage, take the opportunity to look inside Scott Homestead. The recently commissioned painting ‘HMSS Buffalo off Spar Station Cove’ is the first pictorial depiction of the Auckland region’s first European settlement, diagonally across the harbour, when visited by the Royal Navy storeship, in 1834. Also, a head-

turning display of artwork by local children pays homage to the scows and other historic craft. The homestead will be open all day on Saturday and until noon on Sunday.

Many of the yachts leave early on Sunday morning for Auckland to race in the anniversary day racing on the Waitematā Harbour, but last year the tide permitted the first ‘Up the Mahu!’ river parade to Warkworth, some folk as passengers aboard the

flagship Jane Gifford. Once the Mahurangi River is dredged, this will become an annual expedition.

Auckland Council and its regional parks team, Mahurangi Action Inc. — which revived the regatta in 1977, Mahurangi Cruising Club and Teak Construction, and their combined crew of more than 70 volunteers contribute year after year to this Mahurangi idyll. www.mahurangi.org.nz

Mahurangi Cruising Club Yearbook 2020 Available from Paper Plus, New World, Mobil and Forget Me Not Florists, Warkworth, Gull Service Station and The Food Market, Snells Beach, and Matakana Bookshop.

PROPERTY SHOWCASE

STYLISHLY SUPERB, PERFECTLY POSITIONED!!

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Beautifully built and gorgeously appointed home with superb view of the ocean and Little Barrier Island through the adjacent reserve in the desirable Southern end, just a short stroll to the sparkling white sands of Omaha beach!

Black board and batten exterior covers solid masonry walls on this quality Nautica-built home and contrasts perfectly with the white joinery.

Vaulted sarked ceilings, ceiling fans, window shutters and a cleverly designed central atrium create a cool summer ambience.

The spacious living area features a very wellappointed Mal Corboy designed kitchen and an almost seamless flow out to sprawling decks. The separate media room is the perfect place for some

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quiet time to read, relax or watch movies with a large barn-style door for extra separation that can be secured to store private effects to take advantage of lucrative holiday-lets.

The sumptuous Master bedroom has a beautifully tiled ensuite, walk-in wardrobe and, like the other bedrooms, delightfully panelled walls. The second bedroom also has its own ensuite, while the third bedroom and guests have the use of the adjacent powder room and separate shower room.

The adjacent boathouse has an extra high roof with mezzanine that overflow guests can use.

Remote controlled security, hot water and heating systems all add to the holiday convenience.

Summer living at the beach is further provided for

with underfloor heated polished concrete floors throughout, a privately located outdoor shower, fish filleting bench and wash down area.

To be sold by Auction onsite at 3:00pm Monday 27 January 2020 (unless sold prior). Considerable interest expected in this prime property, so call Angela now!

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HAPPENINGS OMAHA BEACH TRY-ATHLON Summer Sessions is hosting its 3rd Annual Beach Try-athlon at Omaha Beach, open to kids and adults from ages six and up.There will be a kids division and an adult / open division. The event can be raced as a team or as an individual. Events will be a swim / wade, beach bike and beach run. Distances to be determined. Awards and spot prizes will be given on the day. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Omaha Surf Club. Last year saw an epic turn out from both kids and adults. Rego on the day only.

Sunday 5 January. 9am rego, 10am competition start.

info@summersessions.co.nz

THE GREAT WAIPU CAR AND BIKE SHOW 2020

AUCKLAND OPERA STUDIO MATAKANA SUMMER PICNIC

The Waipu Lions Club Inc proudly presents another year of classic cars and bikes on show at the Calendonia Park, Waipu. With stalls, entertainment and ‘Best Dressed’ prizes on offer. $10 entry, under 12s free and family passes $30.

Alcohol, pet and patch free event. All proceeds go to the Waipu Volunteer Fire Brigade. Caledonia Park, Waipu. Sunday 9 February.

This year’s concert is headed up by Sol3 Mio’s Amitai Pati and includes Ipu Laga’aia now famous for making Kiri Te Kanawa dance at the inauguration of the New Kiri TeKanawa Theatre.Book online.

Corner of Ward and Matakana Valley Roads. Saturday 22 February, 5.30pm.

Ron 021 992 445

www.aucklandoperastudio.co.nz

MATAKANA HALL MARKET - IN SUPPORT OF THE MATAKANA COMMUNITY HALL

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SATURDAY 28.12 | FROM 5:00 FREE

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TINY RUINS & LAWRENCE ARABIA SOLO & TOGETHER

STINKY GROOVES DINNER SET SUNDAY 29.12 | 9:00PM $25

TUNES OF I & FRIENDS TICKETS: EVENTBRITE / 30 DOOR • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

TUESDAY 31.12 | 8:00PM $50

N.Y.E SOUNDCLASH! BOBBY BRAZUKA + KILLAMANRARO ZANE TEE & GUESTS • • • • • • • • •

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SUNDAY 05.01 | 9:00PM $TBC

SUNDAY 12.01 | 7:00PM $35

TICKETS: BANISHEDMUSIC | $40 DOOR • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

WEDNESDAY 15.01 | 9:00PM $15/20

BEN CATLEY FRIDAY 17.01 | FROM 5:00PM FREE STINKY GROOVES DINNER SET

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OPEN 7 DAYS FROM 27 DEC - MAR. 10AM ’TIL LATE www.sawmillcafe.co.nz | 142 PAKIRI ROAD LEIGH. PHONE 09 422 6019

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JACKBERRY&WAX MUSTANG FRIDAY 24.01 | 9:30PM $TBC MIKE LOVE TUESDAY 07.01 | 9:00PM $35 SATURDAY 25.01 | 9:00PM $28.50 BLACK SLATE + NRG TICKETS: TICKETSPACE.NZ | $45 DOOR MARLINS DREAMING TICKETS: BANISHEDMUSIC THURSDAY 09.01| | 9:00PM $30 ENOXDIRTY, CHURCH & AP SUNDAY 26.01 | 3:00PM FREE TICKETS: UNDERTHERADAR | $35 DOOR JAFA MAFIA FRIDAY 10.01 | 9:00PM $25 FRIDAY 31.01 | 9:30PM $10 DUAL,DIRTY PIXELS,FRANK N8VSOUL TICKETS: UNDERTHERADAR BOOKER,STEVIE OXTON TICKETS: EVENTBRITE | $30 DOOR • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

For a beautiful selection of unique local crafts, vintage and collectable treasures, jewellery and designer clothing, plants and produce and more. For vendor enquiries call or find them on Facebook.

CLOSED 23 - 26 DECEMBER

027 252 2194 www.facebook.com/ MatakanaHallMarket

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

MARKETS Every Sat Every Sat Every Sat 1st Sat of the Month 2nd Sun of the Month Last Sun of the Month

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EVENT

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WEBSITE

Sat 7 Dec - Sun 2 Feb

The Summer Show

The Vivian Gallery

thevivian.co.nz

Sat 7 Dec - Thur 9 Jan

Gregory Preyor

The Vivian Gallery

thevivian.co.nz

Sat 11 Jan - Sun 2 Feb

Barry Lett- Early and Late Works

The Vivian Gallery

thevivian.co.nz

Thu 27 - Mon 30 Dec

Great Summer Art Exhibition

Mahurangi East Community Hall

mahutennis.co.nz

Thu 27 Dec

9.30pm

Racing & Mini Simmons

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sat 28 Dec

5pm

Stinky Grooves

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sat 28 Dec

8pm

Frisky Business - 80's Flashback Night

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sun 29 Dec

10.15am

Bowls Fun Day

Mangawhai Bowling Club

Sun 29 Dec

1pm

Sunday Session - Tammy D'ath

Mangawhai Tavern

Sun 29 Dec

9pm

Tunes of I & Friends

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Tue 31 Dec

3pm

Highlife NYE Festival

Ascension Wine Estate

ascensionwineestate.co.nz

Tue 31 Dec

7.30pm

Neil Diamond Tribute Show

The Mangawhai Club

Tue 31 Dec

8pm

NYE Soundclash!

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Tue 31 Dec

8pm-12am

Happy Fish NYE Party

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Wed 1 Jan

9pm

Waipu Highland Games

Caledonian Park, Waipu

Thu 2 Jan

6pm

Dan Paine & Manuel Bundy

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sat 4 Jan

8pm

George FM Summer Tour

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sat 4 Jan

9.30pm

Acetones & Friends

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sun 5 Jan

9am

Omaha Beach Tryathlon

Omaha Beach

Sun 5 Jan

1pm

Sunday Session- Sam Taylor

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sun 5 Jan

9pm

Jack Berry & Wax Mustang

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Tue 7 Jan

9pm

Black Slate + NRG

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Thu 9 Jan

8pm

Mako Road with Dolphin Friendly

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Thu 9 Jan

9pm

Eno x Dirty, Church & Ap

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Fri 10 Jan

8pm

White Chapel Jak

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Fri 10 Jan

9pm

Dual, Dirty Pixels, Frank Booker, Stevie Oxton

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sat 11 Jan

9am

Puhoi Axemen Woodchopping Carnival

Puhoi Pub

puhoipub.com

Sat 11 Jan

4pm

Shapeshifter

Matakana Country Park

Sat 11 Jan

8pm

Sojourn

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sun 12 Jan

1pm

Sunday Session - Jon E Clist

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sun 12 Jan

7pm

Tiny Ruins & Lawrence Arabia

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Wed 15 Jan

9pm

Ben Catley

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Thu 16 Jan

10.30am

Dare to Explore: Children's Have a Go

Warkworth & District Museum

warkworthmuseum.co.nz

Thu 16 Jan

6-8.30pm

mARTakana

Matakana School

harbourhospice.org.nz

Fri 17 Jan

9am-5pm

mARTakana

Matakana School

harbourhospice.org.nz

Fri 17 Jan

5pm

Stinky Grooves

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sat 18 Jan

9am-5pm

mARTakana

Matakana School

harbourhospice.org.nz

Sat 18 Jan

9pm

Surf Friends & Power Nap

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sun 19 Jan

9am-5pm

mARTakana

Matakana School

harbourhospice.org.nz

Sun 19 Jan

1pm

Sunday Session - Marley Mackay

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sun 19 Jan

3-6pm

Base FM Sunday Session

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Fri 24 Jan

3pm

Mahurangi Regatta - Friday Night-Race

Mahurangi

mahurangi.org.nz

Fri 24 Jan

8.45pm

Retro Screening - The Doors

Matakana Cinema

matakanacinemas.co.nz

Fri 24 Jan

9.30pm

Mike Love

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sat 25 Jan

9am

Mahurangi Regatta

Mahurangi

mahurangi.org.nz

Sat 25 Jan

8.30pm

Landslide - Fleetwood Mac/Stevie Nicks Tribute

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sat 25 Jan

9pm

Marlins Dreaming

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sun 26 Jan

3pm

Jafa Madia

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sun 26 Jan

6.30pm

To Bourbon or not to Bourbon

The Vintry

vintry.co.nz

Fri 31 Jan

9.30pm

N8VSoul

Leigh Sawmill Café

sawmillcafe.co.nz

Sat 8 Feb

8.30-11.45pm

Get Up Offa That Thing

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

Sat 8 Feb

10am-5pm

Leigh Summer Festival

Leigh School

Sat 8 Feb

10.30am

The 9th Annual Mangawhai Bowl Jam

MAZ

Sat 8 Feb

The Extravaganza Fair

Matakana Country Park

Sat 15-Sun 16 Feb

Ladies 2 Day Open 2020

Mangawhai Golf Club

Sun 16 Feb

10am

Wellsford Lions Roaring Truck Show

Centennial Park

Sun 16 Feb

6.30pm

Gin-uine Adoration

The Vintry

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

mangawhaigolf.co.nz vintry.co.nz

Sat 22 Feb

Dahlia's for Dementia

Totara House

FB Dahlias for Dementia

Sat 22 Feb

The Tranz Tazman Music Show

Mangawhai Tavern

mangawhaitavern.co.nz

8pm

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