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N E W & N OT E D

S P OT L I G H T M A N AG I N G D I R E CTO R / P U B L I S H E R Bianca Howlett +64 21 117 2833 bianca@junctionmag.co.nz

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OH GOSH

PROFILE

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E D I TO R Kathy Hunter +64 21 103 0526 kathy@junctionmag.co.nz

VIRGINIA LEONARD

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A R T D I R E CTO R Jessica Whiting +64 211 476 476 jessica@junctionmag.co.nz

INTERIOR ESSENTIALS

DESIGN

A DV E R T I S I N G & S T Y L I S T Lauren +64 21 028 393 44 Lauren@junctionmag.co.nz https://github.com/konsav/social-icons https://github.com/konsav/social-icons MARKETING & STYLIST Sophie Carew +64 21 028 393 44 sophie@junctionmag.co.nz

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F O R M & FA S H I O N

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TA K E A S E AT

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K AT E T H O D E

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INGRID ANDERSON

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M AT T E R S O F T H E H A RT

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INTERIORS

DISTRIBUTION Clinton Howlett +64 21 024 04015 clinton@junctionmag.co.nz

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KEEPING IT BESPOKE

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MUNRO & CO

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MASTER CRAFTSMEN

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SIGN OF THE TIMES

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D E S I G N I N M OT I O N

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BEAUTIFUL TRESSES

CO N T R I B U TO R S Brijana Cato, Sandy Meharry, Josie Gritten, Kirsty Millar, Luke Williamson, Amber Rose, Kaye Mueller, Roberto Buzzolan, Mercia Raath-Boshoff, Dirk Raath-Boshoff, Gordon Hoskings FRONT COVER: Photo by: Brijana Cato Stylist: Lauren Holehouse Model: Zoe Southwood from Unique Model Management Chair and Throw: Green With Envy Location: Matakana Castle P R I N T E D BY I N K W I S E N Z P U B L I S H E D BY J U N C T I O N M E D I A LT D All content featured in Junction Magazine is subject to copyright in its entirety and may not be reproduced in any form without permission from the Publisher. Views expressed in Junction Magazine are not necessarily those of the Publisher. Any material supplied for publication is at the owner’s risk. All information is believed to be true by the Publisher at the time of printing.

OUR PEOPLE: The Junction family is made up of local freelancers and creatives. Each month we’ll share a profile on one of them with you.

JOSIE GRITTEN Josie grew up in rural North Wales. Her first photographic assignment at 15 – ‘A Day In The Life Of A Milkbottle’ – decided her future path.

25 years, a photography degree, a husband and three kids later she’s still going strong. “I’ve photographed bands, babies, births, bodies, ballet, brides, blessings and baking. But more and more my work reflects my joy of storytelling – lives, loves, raw heartfelt moments.”

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PICNIC DELIGHTS

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W H I T E B A I T T H E R I G H T WAY

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D A M S O N A N D A L M O N D TA RT

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

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L I G H T M ATA M A S S A G E

CHERISH 45

M ATA C A R N I VA L P R O G R A M

ARTS 46

A RT I S T ‘ D R I F T S ’ I N TO N E W T E R R I TO RY

HAPPENINGS 48

N OT J U S T F LO W E R S

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S E T T I N G T H E PAT T E R N

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J A C K I E B R I S TO W - L E I G H S AWM I L L C A F E

REVIEW 51

BOOK REVIEW

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WA L K O F T H E M O N T H

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HAPPENINGS

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GIG GUIDE

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SPOTLIGHT - OH GOSH

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PROFILE - VIRGINIA LEONARD

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FORM & FASHION

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HARTHOUSE CABINS

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BESPOKE HOMES

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DESIGN IN MOTION

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NEW & NOTED SHOREDITCH Shoreditch started out on Waiheke and have now arrived in Warkworth. They specialise in the bespoke design and manufacture of furniture and interiors for residential and commercial projects. Materials are sourced sustainably and ethically, and they’ll happily work with reclaimed timber, too.

Plywoods such as plantation bamboo and European birch all have an influence in their designs. Timbers are protected and enhanced using low emission wax oil, and if colour is needed , Shoreditch will find a high-quality laminate to suit.

Everything is hand-made and built to last a lifetime in their own workshops.

If you have a project or idea, Shoreditch can help you turn it into reality. Call Kasey Coory for a chat.

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THE LITTLE DIGGER COMPANY

MATAKANA COMMUNITY GROUP

The Little Digger Company is on a mission to find local schools and community groups to help during the year. They are offering free digger hire with driver to groups wanting to improve or transform a community space between Warkworth and Leigh. One of their values is giving back and we would like to find a group in our community to give back to. The Little Digger Company team have the knowledge and skills to help anyone to confidently use a small digger. Chris, a builder for the last 20 years, says the use of a small digger doesn’t need to be a daunting task.

Auckland Transport are building a path and a bridge linking Tamahunga Drive to Matakana village. This will enable walkers, cyclists and children to cross the river and get to the primary school and the village safely.

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The Matakana Community Group have pledged to pay one third of the costs ($80,000). Some people have made generous donations but there’s still a shortfall of $4000. Any donations, large or small, would be greatly appreciated and can be discussed with the treasurer, Fiona LonguetHiggins.

WHAT THE FROCK Merging a passion for sewing with an addiction to op-shopping, Karen Williamson has created What The Frock! – unique handmade clothing, with a vintage twist, for little people and grown-ups.

Salvaged textiles from past eras are up-cycled at every opportunity, nurturing a green and ethical philosophy, one garment at a time.

Bespoke dressmaking by commission is also part of the What The Frock enterprise and, if you would like to create your own, Karen teaches sewing with individual or group lessons.

Find her at the Matakana Vintage Market or online. www.whatthefrock.co.nz 027 6365 610

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JUNCTION AWARD NOMINATIONS Junction Magazine is on the hunt again for the best business in the region from Puhoi – Waipu, and there are plenty to choose from. Last year saw over 175 entries, topped off with a sell-out event in July announcing the winners.

This year businesses have until 8pm Friday 14th April to register their involvement by visiting www.junctionmag.co.nz/register2017 They will be asked to complete a series of questions by which the top entries will make it through to the final competition and the public vote.

The winning business will receive the coveted Junction Award handmade by Kerry Strongman along with a promotional and advertising package in Junction Magazine to the value of over $7500 which includes a two page editorial and 12 month advertising campaign. Good luck, may the best business win! hi@jucntionmag.co.nz www.junctionmag.co.nz/register2017

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But wait – there’s more!

Wellsford is often overlooked in favour of its neighbouring towns and villages, but its star is on the rise. There’s now a website which plans to showcase what you’ve been missing.

Visit Wellsford aims to boost Wellsford’s profile by showcasing the scenery, regional parks, beaches, towns and businesses in the greater Wellsford area.

You’ll find an interactive map, tips from the locals for the best destinations, things to do, an events calendar and a business directory that caters for every type of business. Trust us: there’s more to Wellsford than you thought! www.visitwellsford.co.nz

CARPE DIEM

A fun, 1950s-style barbershop which promises to give you the best cut and fade money can buy.

Think of the ultimate man cave: comfort, style, motorbikes, vintage collectables – this place has it all. Providing service with style, attention to detail and a relaxed atmosphere, this salon is sure to become the ‘place to go’. The vision was brought together by Leigh Sheehan, owner of ECM SIGNS, together with the man behind the clippers, 21-year-old Nick Smith, a confident, determined young man who specialises in men’s cuts and beard trims. Walk-ins only, and hot towel shaves by appointment.

66 Matakana Road, (behind ECM Signs), Warkworth 09 425 9506

There’s a new café inside The Vintage Vault Dept in Warkworth, created by the fabulous Jimmy. It’s called ‘Carpé Diem’.

He’s a very stylish chap, and a proper, oldfashioned, serious barista whose point of difference is making the coffee that you want, not the way anyone else thinks you should have it.

Carpé Diem is the northernmost retailer of Meebz Coffee, an organic boutique roaster based in Milford, Auckland.

With ten years experience in hospitality in this region, Jimmy’s well-placed to ensure you seize the day. Pop in for a chat soon!

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SPOTLIGHT

OH GOSH WORDS

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When Jessica Whiting was at primary school, her bubble-writing was ace. Always one to spot a gap in the market, she soon started a kitchen table business selling assignment headings to Primary schoolmates for a few bucks a pop. Twentysomething years down the track, this uber-media person and the multiple strands of her creative businesses operate under one playfully apt company name: Oh Gosh.

In her mid-teens, Jessica went to Hereford, UK for the rest of her schooling. She studied tertiary art and design there, coming back to Auckland in her early twenties. She landed jobs in corporate marketing with the likes of Arrow International.

Wanting to return to her artistic roots, Jessica went back to college to study graphic design – this time while also raising a toddler. During her studies, she was creating funky crafts on the side to sell at local markets, when she realised the scene was missing something. There was a gap in the er, markets market.

Gathering together a few of her favourite crafty folk, she decided to start a different kind of market. It would be one that showcased the artist: who they were, their individual styles and it would recognise the hours of painstaking work that went into their art or craft.

In mid-2010, she scored a sweet venue for her first fair – Auckland Art Gallery – and thanks to her inspired marketing it was a huge success.

Since then the Auckland Fair has grown to fill Shed 10 (since moving to the location in December 2014) on the Auckland waterfront with 100 super-groovy maker’s stalls. It also boasts its own cafés and a mini indoor/outdoor social media cinema. Jessica has cannily used the event space to launch and activate brands and products for her participating sponsors.

Handling the digital marketing for the Auckland Arts Festival over 2014/15 gave Jessica the added impetus to work on her own online presence, and she’s become a style guru in her own right.

FoxesBlog.com is a hip guide to life that includes everything from recipes to Jessica’s not-sosecret addiction – sneakers. She was named one of the top NZ Pinteresters in 2014 and made

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it into the top five NZ ‘influencers’ for interior design on Instagram in 2015 (yep, she can do interiors as well). She has also organised many of Auckland’s other cool markets held at well-known events, including K’Rd’s First Thursdays and Laneway Festival.

In December 2015, Jessica moved to Mangawhai.

She decided that she wanted to build her own home but the Auckland market was out of control.

She drew a circle on the map about an hour outside the city fringe and eventually arrived in ‘Magical Mangawhai’. Within a few weeks she started a women’s networking group and had fallen in love with the vibrant little town’s eclectic beach, food, walks and local characters.

She set up her creative studio Oh Gosh as an umbrella company to hold her net of creative endeavours together – and to launch a new one.

Jessica has now come back to her design roots, but with her extended skill-set she’s able to supply an entire brand package, from the Cloud to the footpath.

She can create your company logo, design and produce all printed matter as well as your online presence (yes, she does web design as well), upgrade or rework your bricks-and-mortar interior and implement your ongoing social media marketing. “It’s so great to be able to work holistically like this,” she sighs happily. “It means I can help to transition a company through every stage of its brand and keep it true to my client’s vision all the way.”

Sandbar Eatery in Mangawhai has recently benefited from Jessica’s full makeover treatment, and they couldn’t be happier. “Jessica helped us develop an identity that we can be proud of, well beyond what was expected” said Andrew.

Setting up Oh Gosh in the glorious environment and quirky community of Mangawhai, it’s clear that her exceptional bubble-writing skills began a chain of events that has led Jessica and her daughter to exactly the right place. www.ohgosh.co.nz

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VIRGINIA LEONARD WORDS

Matakana artist Virginia Leonard has news, and plenty of it. Just three years after starting to work in ceramics, she’s hitting the big time: 2017 for her is going to be epic.

In 2013 that Virginia put an end to over two decades of painting on canvases. “I’d reached an impasse,” she says. Her bright, slick works of abstract expressionism had reached a point where she couldn’t physically get any more paint on to the canvases. “They were definitely becoming 3D. It was a natural progression to move to clay.”

Matakana ceramicists Gary Horton and Mike De Haan donated their time, experience and in Gary’s case, workspace and kiln, to get her started. “They were incredibly generous; I was

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up at Gary’s workshop all the time. Clay is such a tactile medium. It’s visceral – it’s so easy to relate it to my own body. Once I started, I couldn’t stop.

Gary advised me to bugger off and get my own kiln eventually, which was exactly what I needed” Gin laughs.

Virginia’s work is based around the expression of her chronic pain, the result of a serious motorcycle accident at 21. She has terrible scarring from burns and the many surgeries she endured over the two years she was in hospital.

Before many of us had heard of Frida Kahlo, Gin based her 2001 Whitecliffe Master of Fine Arts thesis around Kahlo’s painting. Like her, Gin is unsentimental when exploring her own

experiences, but the results are not as grim as one might imagine – in fact her work is often ironic, playful – sometimes even joyful. A bit like her, really.

Does she feel that this is her true medium, that she lost precious time painting? “Absolutely.

I think that’s why I’m so frantic with it now – making up for lost time. But I use all the skills I’ve learned in painting for glazing now.” Gin’s pieces are loaded voluptuously with stains, resins and lustres; the lavish drips and oozes are uncomfortably reminiscent of bodily fluids and torn flesh. They are wonky, spiky, and lumpy… but strangely beautiful. They unflinchingly examine the possibilities of the beauty within imperfection.

Gin’s careful never to call herself a ceramicist – she’s a ceramic artist who’s still learning from the clay itself as she works. However, just over a year after starting work in her new medium, Gin was runner-up in the prestigious Portage Ceramic Awards 2015. “I don’t think anyone could believe it – least of all me.”

Then in 2016 she was taken by Matthew Nache, director of her Gisborne dealer gallery PAULNACHE, to the very fabulous ‘Spring 1883’ art show at the Hotel Windsor in Melbourne. “l thought, if I sell one piece it’ll be incredible,” said Gin. But all her pieces sold on the first VIP night.

Influential Melbourne collector Michael Schwarz adored it, as do other high-end collectors around Australia. It’s been followed with arrangements for solo shows in Melbourne and Sydney later this year.

Since then, the pace has increased. Galerie Wolfsen in Denmark has asked for a solo show in May (she was in a group show there last year), and she has recently been invited to take up a prestigious artist’s residency at Denmark’s Guldagergaard International Ceramic Research Centre. Usually only experienced, globally recognised artists would submit an application for this residency – you don’t just get invited, especially a newbie like Gin. It’s a move which has industry professionals open-mouthed.

Gin is extremely grateful for the hard work of Matthew Nache, with whom she credits her recent successes; and she’s particularly starryeyed over the residency. She’ll miss her partner Olly and their children Coco, 15 and Orlando, 13.

But to be in this kind of creative environment for weeks will be priceless. “And with all these shows coming up, I’ve got to absolutely go for it. I’ve never done anything like this and to think I won’t have to organise school lunches and bus runs…”

Her eyes widen. “I’ll even have a studio assistant!”

Her excitement is infectious.

But in the meantime, she has a date with her kiln.

Because when all the fabulous hoop-la is over, all Gin really needs is to get her hands on the clay. www.paulnache.com Left: ‘Side Tied Undies’, Clay, Resin, 420x790mm, Galerie Wolfsen, Denmark | Right: ‘Too Hot To Go Home’, Clay, Resin Concrete, 500x750mm, Private Collection, New Zealand

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This Page: Linen top from Kiera May Boutique, Earrings from Piece Gallery, Silk Scarf by Karen Williamson. Opposite Page, Top: Linen Apron Dress by Wixxi, Silk Scarf by Karen Williamson, hat and bag stylists own. Bottom Left: Chair, Cushion, Throw Green with Envy. Bottom Right: Lee Green Dress by Pamelinhia, Earrings from Piece Gallery, hat stylists own.

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Opposite Page, Top Left: Linen Top from Green with Envy, Cotton Pants by Wixii, Bag stylists own. Top Right: Shirt by Brooke Tyson. Bottom: Dress and Denim Jacket by Secret Lace. This Page, Top: Silk Patchwork Kimono and Silk bias cut Dress by Monni. Bottom Left: Silk Skirt Dress by Wixi, Necklace from Piece Gallery. Bottom Right: Shirt from Delovely, Bikini by Malola Swim.

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Back in our October issue, we featured a glorious collection of Len Castle ceramics. We happened to notice quite a number of mid-century modern chairs in the home of the collector, and couldn’t resist going back to photograph some of them – some eye-candy for our March design feature.

This collection was mostly bought by the owner at auction through Art + Object, and features pieces by some exceptional designers working around the globe from the 1940s to the 1970s. It includes one of the world’s most desirable vintage chairs – the Papa Bear by Hans Wegner – as well as the classic bentply Curvesse chair made by NZ designer Garth Chester in 1944.

One in five Curvesse chairs didn’t make it, since the process of pressing the ply was problematic; only 80 were ever sold.

Chairs are notoriously hard to design – feast your eyes on a few of the best ever made.

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Clockwise from top left: Scissor leg dining chair Henning Kjarnulf, Denmark for Soro Stolefabrik mid-1960s | La Fonda chair Charles and Ray Eames for Swiss company Vitra Designed for New York restaurant La Fonda del Sol 1961 | Papa Bear chair Hans Wegner, Denmark, 1951 Original wool upholstery | Adjustable stool Cramer Industries – from science department of University of Nebraska | Curvesse chair – bent plywood Garth Chester, NZ, 1944 | Chocolate brown wool chair Charles and Ray Eames, New York 1960s | Falcon chair Sigurd Resell, Norway for Vatne Moblier, 1974 | Kroken chair Ake Frybitter, Sweden for Nelo Furniture, 1970

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KATE THODE WORDS

Kate Thode is an interior designer. She’s a parttime Omaha resident who’s designing homes around this area rather has her office in Parnell.

It’s a family show: her mother, Ann Motion, is in Matakana and has had a career spanning decades, and her sister is also a designer, in Hawkes Bay. How do you manage working across the two areas of central Auckland and Matakana/Omaha?

As I have a home in Omaha it’s great to be able to mix business with pleasure. When coming up for the weekend, I’ll often arrive early on a Friday or stay till Monday to project manage homes in the area. In Parnell, I’m close to all the best fabric, furniture, tile, flooring, lighting and bathroom

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specialists, which means time spent sourcing products is minimal – a money-saver for clients!

What are you particularly inspired by right now?

I’ve been loving working with all the gorgeous blues that have come through in fabrics the last year or so – Christian Lacroix’s botanical prints and Moooi’s fantastic designer rugs have been inspirational and so wonderfully unique to work with.

The use of rich, jewel colours in sumptuous velvets, textures and linens continues, along with the desire for more artisan finished products, from handcrafted tiles to rustic timber looks and various metal finishes. www.katethodeinteriors.co.nz

Any European trends that you’re looking forward to implementing here next season?

To be honest, the latest from Milan Design Week is usually heading our way as soon as it is released.

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INGRID ANDERSON WORDS

Kaipara Flats textile designer Ingrid Anderson has recently hit the headlines: the Auckland Museum has just purchased some of her fabric designs for their archives.

Ingrid’s mid-century modern prints and NZ flora and fauna motifs will be familiar to many of us.

They’ve been made into a wide range of products from hats and aprons to ottomans and rugs.

A short course in screen printing back in 1988 at Auckland Technical Institute (now AUT) started Ingrid on her textile design path. She was undertaking a degree in English and Education and thought the creative course would be fun, little dreaming it would become a career that would see her work preserved for posterity in a national institution.

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Moving to Whangarei some years later with her young family, Ingrid went to the Quarry Arts Centre. She did more screen-printing work with Ron de Rooy. “Ron was an incredibly talented and generous mentor,” she says. “The Quarry was definitely a turning point.”

She began printing fabrics to start her own kids clothing label, Poppet, and when she moved to Kaipara Flats with her family in 1997, Ingrid set up a studio to do small runs of hand-printed fabrics.

She went to markets with her cushions and teatowels, but soon people began to ask for more.

Ingrid was still screen-printing by hand using a light-sensitive emulsion technique but by the early 2000s, corporate clients were becomming

THE FRENCH CUPBOARD Antiques - European Clothing Home/Giftware - Chalk Paint

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interested. Air New Zealand used her designs in their Koru Club in 2009, and she finally had to progress to printing by the metre. Now IA Textile Design offers a range of gorgeous, digitally printed upholstery fabrics.

Ingrid and her family (partner Matthew Buchanan and their three grown-up boys) have lived in Kaipara Flats for 20 years now. She teaches textile design to lucky teenagers at Rodney College, which she finds inspiring and invigorating. “I’m trying to break that old ‘home economics’ mould,” she says. “Creative design should be part of everything we do.” We couldn’t agree more. www.iatextiledesign.co.nz

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You may have spotted these little beauties at a local A&P show this summer. We did, and want to know more. We asked the founder of Harthouse Cabins, Cliff Hart, to tell us his story.

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I first started thinking about building cabins when I was working as an engineer on superyachts in Italy. I was always interested in small space living – even before the current ‘small spaces’ trend – which probably started with sailing.

We wanted a design that had less than 10m2 floor area so it could be completed in my workshop and moved to location complete (it’s also the maximum size, usually, for an extra dwelling without consent). We wanted a steel chassis so it could be transported easily, and for strength and lightness, steel sections were rolled to make the frame. For insulation, polystyrene was used under the floor and Earthwool in walls and ceiling.

Once I was back in NZ, I decided to turn some of my drawings into reality with my good friend, Peter Kemp. Using his building experience and my engineering knowledge we worked on the drawings, deciding on certain criteria from the start.

Materials had to be functional, sustainable, longlasting, toxin-free, have the right look and be as light as possible. Compromises are necessary of course – for instance, the exterior timber is treated, but all internal timber is untreated and coated with water-based products.

The last year has been spent improving the initial design (I must thank my partner Angela for her support during this time). We’ve tried various extras such as roof windows, log burner, 220v and 12v electrical systems, all with great results.

Changes are inevitable, but at the moment, the price for a basic cabin (fully insulated, with wooden joinery, pine tongue and groove lining, bamboo flooring, delivered locally) is $25,000 including GST. www.facebook.com/harthouse-cabins info@harthouse.co.nz

KITCHEN TOPS FIRE HEARTHS VANITY TOPS BATH SURROUNDS NATURAL & ENGINEERED STONE 09 422 7318

021 720 455

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HOLIDAY AT HOME WITH BOX™ Kiwi holidays are made for sun, sea and casual living and at Box™, we believe in designing your home to capture a lightness of being that feels almost bach-like. That’s probably why we’ve built so many homes in the region. Modernist good-looks with full-height windows and openplan spaces team with materials that hark of nostalgia but are hardwearing to take the knocks of family life.

Some examples include a simple yet spectacular escape overlooking Pakiri Beach where a living and dining pod is joined to a bedroom pod by a covered outdoor deck; a retreat in Waipu with vertical cedar cladding that wraps to the interior to create a smart yet relaxed feel; and a Mangawhai property with an L-shaped courtyard and a sunken firepit for long, sociable evenings.

At Box™, we’re an all-in-one team of architects, interior designers, quantity surveyors and project managers. Every home is drawn and crafted by people who give a damn.

0800 717 717 www.box.co.nz

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Ann Motion has spent 35 years as an interior designer of superyachts and residential homes. She and husband John recently built ‘The Hill’ in Matakana. Ann wanted rich colour and texture in the TV room. The bold rug provides a focal point and the blue-green cushions and artwork create a vibrant palette.

Armchair www.boardandbatten.co.nz | Side Table www.fossickandfind.co.nz | Vintage Drinks Caddy Red Barn 09 425 8960 | Room image: Roberto Buzzolan.

(Closed Easter Friday + Sunday) BLACKSHED SHOP & GALLERY

Little Red coffee open 7 days A beautiful range of art and design ware, sourced locally and from around the world

WeLITTLE closeRED for the season on 12 April.

Takeaway Kokako coffee, artisan iceblocks, organic Thanks for asoft drinks and snacks summer!

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Jessica Whiting, of Oh Gosh started with a blank canvas as she built her home in Mangawhai. “I’m not a fan of colour but I love tone and texture”. With a mix of original mid-century furniture and Scandi inspired, boho chic accessories, she has created a monochromatic palette which includes elements of graphic art and textiles topped with leafy greens.

Armchair www.boardandbatten.co.nz | Woven Basket French Cupboard www.thefrenchcupboard.co.nz | Sideboard www.shoreditch.co.nz | Room images: by Jessica Whiting

A wide range of New Zealand’s highest quality couches are available at Urban Industrial, either on the floor or to special order.

LINEN, LEATHER, WASHED CANVAS OR VELVET 8 MILL LANE | WARKWORTH | 09 422 3045 To see the latest arrivals as they come in, like us on our facebook page: UrbanIndustrialFurniture

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Local builder Hamish Macfarlane sometimes works with partner Rebecca, who designs interiors in some of his clients’ houses. Their own home has a beachy, relaxed vibe. Rebecca says “We mix it up: some modern pieces, some classics and family heirlooms. I like a punch of glam to make it a bit special, but it has to be family-friendly.”

Klaylife Beaded Chandelier www.mooimooi.co.nz | Tulip Pots www.morrisandjames.co.nz | Hanging Chair www.greenwithenvy.co.nz | Room images: Sue Donkin.

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Open 10am – 5pm Phone 09 425 8960 190 Matakana Road, Warkworth

Artists Virginia Leonard and Olly King have recently built their second house. Virginia says: “This time we wanted the bathroom dark and cave-like – hence the navy blue – but I needed some bling. The bespoke gold vanity and metallic tiles gives it the reflective light it needs.” A Turkish rug adds warmth and colour.

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Denis and Colette live in a classic Art Deco villa in Wellsford. Denis’s retro signage and sculpture is everywhere, complemented beautifully by Colette’s collection of funky objects and furniture. Colette once made and sold deconstructed vintage clothing at the iconic Cook Street Market. Both now sell at the Matakana vintage market on Sundays.

Leather Chair www.urbanindustrial.co.nz | ​Vintage Trunk ​Red Barn 09 425 8960 | Stool www.matakanahome.com

Mahurangi Joinery Your Timber Joinery specialists All timber window and door configurations, double or single glazing options.

Competitively priced pre-hung doors.

Stairs and small cabinetry.

CONTACT Mahurangi Joinery Ltd 23a Glenmore Drive, Warkworth Auckland Tel: 09 425 9849 info@mahurangijoinery.co.nz www.mahurangijoinery.co.nz

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Tracy Bennett adores French antiques and beautiful bedlinens. “A bedroom should be a peaceful and romantic place. I mix textures and patterns with damasks, linens and matelassé,” she says. The headboard in her guest room is from her store, The French Shed, in Puhoi; much of the rest she bought in France.

Chandelier www.consignmentfurniture.co.nz | Assorted Cushions www.thefrenchcupboard.co.nz | B ​ edhead www.facebook.com/thefrenchshed | Room images Tracy Bennett.

The French Shed

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KEEPING IT BESPOKE WORDS

When you hang your hat on a name like Bespoke Homes, you leave no room for mediocrity. Your modus operandi calls for strong design and high quality. Bespoke Homes is the collaboration between Mangawhai locals, Scott Manwaring and Gareth Denysschen. Born from a desire to create beautiful spaces, the doors swung open in October last year. The pair are excited about their mission.

“Our work is highly personalised, the antithesis of a group housing formula – Bespoke Homes creates

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our client’s vision, not the other way around.

House plans are individual, with a focus on unique features and materials,” Scott explains.

Expect mood-boards, tons of frank discussion, sound advice and plenty of laughter. On site the sub-contractors are as invested in the process as the client, with Gareth saying, “Our culture is king, everyone shares the vision. Client communication is key – with each step of the construction process

outlined. While our builds are bespoke — an architectural feel doesn’t have to be expensive.

Thinking outside the box when it comes to quality allows us to achieve fantastic results.”

Behind Bespoke Homes is about 24 years of industry experience, represented by a welldesigned office space in Mangawhai. www.bespokehomes.co.nz 6 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai

Showcasing stunning furniture, copper-ware, lighting, fabric, and accessories.

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MUNRO & CO With more than 20 years design experience in Auckland, Munro & Co are expanding their interior design business into the Junction region, basing themselves between Herne Bay and Mangawhai.

Munro & Co’s specialty is combining minimalist décor with textures to create the perfect balance.

“Ultimately though, good design is about being able to see the home owner’s personality shine through,” says designer Kim Munro.

“Coastal living is all about the relaxed feel — cosy and inviting textures make for gorgeous interiors.

Whether it’s a beach house or country lodge — natural materials connect interior spaces to the surrounding environment. The overall palette of colours is subdued and tactile.”

Munro & Co have built up a strong base of trusted suppliers of both indoor and outdoor furniture, custom-made furniture with aged finishes, soft furnishings, rugs, kubu cane and rattan, a range of flooring materials, lighting, art and accessories.

So, what’s coming for 2017 décor? Well, a bit of warmth is chic again,” says Kim Munro. “The crispy white interiors are making way for soft, warm tones. Camel, tobacco, blonde and beige are coming into their own.”

Watch this space… info@munroandco.nz 021 519 519

Photo’s of Sandbar Eatery by Jessica Whiting. Interior photo’s supplied.

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Coastal residential design specialists Commercial and retail Urban Design, higher density housing and masterplanning Education and civic design Healthcare and retirement Design for a sustainable future Registered Architects Members NZIA

Phone Grant Neill +64 9 425 9200 or 021 903 047 pacificenvironments.co.nz info@penzl.co.nz

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INFO@MUNROANDCO.NZ

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WELCOME HOME Designed with lifestyle in mind, Sentinel Homes has opened its newest Showhome in Matakana.

Located 400m down the road from the shops & markets in Matakana Green. The Showhome was designed & built with the environment in mind. Being a Homestar 7 rated home, it includes Solar power generation, water storage and reuse, double glazed windows, hot water heat pumps, a vegetable garden, the list goes on. Even the carpet is made from recycled fishing nets. All of the waste during the building process was managed or recycled, which adds to the beautiful story of

ENVIRONMENTALLY SUSTAINABLE AND NATURALLY HEALTHY HABITATS: ALTERNATIVES OR NECESSITIES? It’s time to create a healthier home environment when living spaces must be shared with thousands of unhealthy chemical compounds.

Contemporary Architecture and Interior Design favour multitudes of synthetic products to create time related habitats. However, living beings seem to thrive best in a biologically suitable environment. “Back to Nature” movements may

this home. The grooved panelling left over from the vaulted ceiling was cleverly incorporated into the design of the bunk beds.

The brief was simple. Design a home that incorporates sun, is pleasant visually on a corner site and most importantly feels like home. This was most definitely achieved, as those who have visited the home have commented that they just don’t want to leave.

With an office in Warkworth, Sentinel Homes a design & build company, pride itself on a

have been categorized as alternative ways of living before common sense reopened doorways for healther dwellings to be designed more in tune with nature. Environmental pollution is not an option for the future, and an increased focus on natural building and decoration materials will lead to immense waste reduction and indoor air quality improvement.

Up to the mid-1900s buildings were predominantly constructed and decorated with natural materials, all compostable and no threat to nature. In less developed parts of our planet this is still the case.

quality build. Husband & wife team, Brent & Ursula Gilchrist offer decades of experience in quality design & construction across all levels of investment.

If you are thinking of building, take a walk through & experience the design features you could incorporate into your home & maybe you may be like the other visitors and wont want to leave too. www.sentinelhomes.co.nz 2 Awanui Cresent, Matakana

Can we afford not to go organic (non-toxic and natural) around our homes?

At Greenhome Designs Ltd, an independent design and consulting business, we create harmonious homes with healthier interior designs using low-/ non-toxic options for new and existing homes.

We also specialise in solutions for chemical and EMF hypersensitivities and other design aspects.

All services are offered with consideration of the holistic principles of Building Biology. www.greenhomedesigns.co.nz 09 422 7372

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Hand-crafted, bespoke, one-off . . . call it what you will, but there is a strong desire these days for specialist, unique and well-made items. That is where artist Denis Bourke has found a niche for hand-painted signs. “People want hand-made.

There is a reaction against machine-made and creativity is back in. And a hand-painted sign only gets better with age,” he adds with a smile.

Denis is a multi-skilled artist with a background in art teaching and design. He taught himself the skills of hand-painting signs after buying a rundown signage business in Warkworth just as the industry went digital.

He was especially attracted by all the skills involved – brush, lettering, design, illustration – skills which had suddenly become obsolete when the industry became digitized in the late-80s.

His stall at the Matakana Market features recreations of AA road signs with appealing directions to ‘Paradise’ and the like, and other customised signage for home, bach and business.

Explore the amazing & remote off shore islands of Little Barrier, Great Barrier, Mokohinaus & Hen & Chickens, with complimentary snorkel gear, wetsuits, kayaks and fishing rods.

Book on one of our scheduled trips or charter the whole boat privately.

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You can also commission a personalised sign.

“There’s a steady flow of work. A lot of people are attracted to the inherent qualities of the signs so it’s just a matter of guiding them through what they actually want. I enjoy that design process.”

Denis points out that his signs make a really good point of difference for any business, but particularly if they are involved in making handmade products themselves. “These signs are something that will help you really stand out from the crowd and they will stand the test of time, both physically and artistically.”

Denis tells me there are whole websites dedicated to ‘ghost’ signage – old signs on derelict buildings – and collecting vintage signs. Original handpainted signs have become very collectable so your Denis Bourke sign of today could become a collectors’ item for your children. It’s worth finding out. www.denisbourke.org

SPECTACULAR OCEAN VIEWS…PRIVACY ASSURED For discerning buyers seeking a lifestyle change, this fabulous property at 17 Kauri Drive in Sandspit could be just what your heart desires.

An opportunity to secure an exclusive residence offering a sanctuary of natural beauty and quality.

Peaceful, private and sun-filled… and the views are truly spectacular!

You’ll get a sense you have arrived somewhere quite special the moment you enter the property.

If you love your timber, you will certainly love this beautiful property! Impressively proportioned, ancient timbers anchor the house both inside and out and begin by leading you to a massive front door, a piece of exquisite art in itself. Walk on in and you’ll be drawn a few steps forward to jaw dropping, 180 degree, uninterrupted views across the sparkling waters of Kawau Bay, Great Barrier, Coromandel and islands beyond.

Meticulously designed over two levels, the heart of the home is found on the top floor. An open

plan flow draws the kitchen, dining and lounge areas together under dramatic vaulted ceilings and translucent panels with a luxurious sense of volume and space. The contemporary kitchen has a delightful outlook; it is so easy to quietly gaze out and dream. An Australian Nectre wood burner provides warmth and cosy comfort throughout winter and adds an inviting ambience.

The generous master suite, private office and mezzanine library are also situated upstairs, whilst 2 spacious bedrooms, a second living room (easily used as a 4th bedroom) and bathroom, allow room for family and friends to come and enjoy this beautiful property with you.

Generous timber deck areas wrap around the front of the house, perfect for relaxing on magical balmy evenings, or simply admiring the view.

Comfortably nestled on a 7470m2 section; mainly native bush but with plenty of outdoor areas to enjoy. Beautifully landscaped, there is a flat lawn,

an orchard, raised vegetable garden beds and a bush pathway down to quiet Brick Bay Beach.

Double car accommodation, plus a bonus 54m2 work-shed to park your boat or have a tinker.

The new Sandspit Marina and long standing, Sandspit Yacht Club, are the hub of social enjoyment. The crystal clear waters of Kawau Bay are a paradise for fishing and sailing, and there are many sheltered anchorages for boaties; all accessible within minutes from this residence.

Just an hour’s drive from Auckland City and 10 minutes to Matakana, Warkworth and Snells Beach.

This stunning property is being Auctioned on -site, 19 March 2017 at 12.30pm (if not sold before) For a full Information Memorandum, please call Debbie Aldred M: 021 406 967 B: 09 425 0261 debbie.aldred@remaxrealty.net.nz

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T.E. Lawrence (of Arabia) loved the Brough Superior SS100. He owned eight. “It’s usually my satisfaction to purr along gently about 60mph, drinking in the air and the general view.” Alas, he died on a Brough in Dorset aged 46. A Brough Superior SS100 is currently on display at The Vivian Gallery in Matakana.

As a kid, Leigh local Steve Paddison so idolised the Ford GT40 that beat Ferrari at Le Mans in 1966 (thanks to national heroes Bruce McLaren and Chris Amon) that he wanted one for himself.

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His shockwave-blue, 40-inch high GT40 from 2007 featuring the iconic ‘guillotine’ doors truly represents a living legend.

Legendary larrikin biker Graeme ‘Croz’ Crosby took a nickel-coated 70’s Rickman chassis, wrapped it around a standard 1978 Kawasaki engine, added a Ducati smoked ‘cupolino’ screen, Rizoma grips and rear mirrors, wifi moto gadgetry and an organpipe exhaust of twisted titanium with a stunning green-gold effect. The result: A street-fighter bike with attitude.

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Croz, winner of the notorious Isle of Man TT, worked his magic on local contractor Rob Mackisack’s baby. Croz and his team customized this metallic-aubergine 1000cc Kawasaki street fighter (#4 of a projected 10) using a blend of old and new components to create a muscular new take on a much-loved classic.

This 1963 Falcon Sprint convertible was Mike Dodds’ 50th birthday present. He bought it on eBay in America sight unseen. His Sicilian wife, Silvana, said it was the most gorgeous vehicle

Opposite page: 1995 Porsche 928 GTS. Clockwise from above left: 1995 Porsche 928 GTS | Kawasaki Streetfighter | 2007 Ford GT40| Brough Superior SS100 | Rickman Special | 1963 Falcon Sprint convertible.

she’d ever seen... until she heard the growl of the engine. Mike particularly loves the Sprint’s curves echoed in the round tail lights.

This last generation Porsche 928 GTS belongs to Paul Konings from Leigh. A top designer himself, Paul appreciates the subtleties of his 1995 Porsche. “The designers thought this car through to the last detail. It’s well executed, a technological trailblazer. The look, the mechanics, the ergonomics, the handling - it’s all in harmony.”

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By Angela!

“Angela Wain went above and beyond to sell our home in Matakana.

Her appraisal was right on the money. She kept us in the loop with regular contact and feedback. Very professional - dots the i’s and crosses the t’s.

I would have no hesitation in recommending Angela and her trusty team, in fact I have several times!” Vicki & Mark McLeod

Angela Wain 09 422 7067 • 027 493 6800

Mike Pero Real Estate Ltd Licensed REAA (2008)

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BEAUTIFUL TRESSES HAIR BY HANNAH

XS CUTS

Hannah Bylo is an experienced professional Hair stylist specialising in weddings and events. She offers a mobile service and happily travels for client convenience. Her focus is on creating beautiful hair that embraces each individuals unique sense of style.

Come and meet Pauline, Maxine and Elise we are all fully qualified hairdressers at XS Cuts “Where it’s all about you” Bright, Spacious, friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

Stockists of “Angle” Organic range of retail products and plant based organic colour range.

Photographer: Hamish Melville www.hairbyhannah.co.nz 027 24 111 68

09 425 0441

MUSE HAIR Muse Hair, a hideaway in Warkworth. Muse wanted a space to create calm, style and creativity without the hussle bussle of a salon. Styled to be a lounge or bedroom space. Hand picked organic products or naturally derived styling and Care products to keep you and your hair as healthy as possible.

27 Lilburn St, Warkworth 021 641 683

INSPIRED HAIR BY ROBYN MUNRO The art of perfecting special occasion hair at the highest level. Robyn has become renowned in the Matakana area and Auckland wide, offering a mobile service for Bridal parties on the wedding day.

Inspired Hair boutique salon exudes style and serenity, offering a personal one on one salon experience in all other aspects of hairdressing, as well as training other professionals in the craft of hair ups

www.inspiredhair.co.nz 021 931 810 @inspired.hair

“The activities were brilliant! We've made the Tuatara so far. Saving the others for a rainy day. It was great to see my husband and son sitting together doing it. Not sure who enjoyed it more!”

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ROCOCO Where every team member is respectful, attentive and inspired to deliver a tailored style that supports a unique philosophy – natural beauty enhancement in hair and to exceed your expectations through a total salon experience using the best quality products.

Attracting faithful clients from the whole Rodney area and beyond, we are sure this hidden jewel lives up to its worthy reputation.

Raoul | Sarah | Eva | Viennza

15 Neville Street, Warkworth 09 425 8257

EAST COAST MENS BARBERSHOP Introducing East Coast Men’s Barbershop... A fun 1950’s style barbershop promising to give you the best cut & fade money can buy. Think of the ultimate man cave, comfort, style, motorbikes, vintage collectables, this place has it all. Providing service with style, attention to detail & a relaxed atmosphere this salon is sure to become the ‘place to go’. A vision that was brought together by Leigh Sheehan owner of ECM SIGNS together with the man behind the clippers 21 year old Nick Smith, a confident outgoing determined young man who specialises in men’s cuts & beard trims.

Come down and see us, we promise to make it an experience. Walk ins only, and hot towel shaves by appointment. Opening from Friday 24th February 66 Matakana Road (behind ECM Signs), Warkworth 09 425 9506

HUSH HAIR A professional hair salon located centrally in Warkworth. Recently renovated to provide clients with a relaxed comfortable space. With a mix of experience and youth, our stylists excel at the classic cuts through to the latest fashions and colour-work trends. We retail an extensive range of L’oreal, Wella and GHD products. We are proud to have been part of the local community for the last 15 years and would like to thank all of our clients.

4 Wharf Street, Warkworth 09 425 7278

Boundaries are indicative only.

WATERFRONT SECTION, BUCKLETON BEACH A rare chance to be front and centre on a beautiful Auckland beach. Retained in the same family since the 1950s and never before developed, this 737sqm section at Buckleton Beach on the Matakana Coast is the ultimate blank canvas in an unrivalled position. Fringed with Pohutakawa, the sandy beach, grassy reserve, safe swimming and good fishing are obvious attractions. With all tide access and a quiet, relaxed feel, making your own history in this quality hide away will be a pleasure. Less than one hour north of Auckland City and just eight minutes to Matakana Village.

Price by Negotiation | View by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/1220133 Kellie Bissett | M 027 530 6843 | B 09 425 7640 kellie.bissett@bayleys.co.nz Mackys Real Estate Ltd, Bayleys, Licensed Under The Rea Act 2008.

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Left: ​D ishy Enamelware Mug​ and Basket, Black Shed, 09 432 0318 | Mungo Linen and Trudeau Board​, Mooi Mooi mooimooi.co.nz | Pimms, Matakana Liquor 09 422 7099 | Enamelware Canister, Red Barn 09 ​​ 425 8690 Right: ​V intage Picnic Basket, Red Barn 09 425 8690 | Grapes, Four Square Matakana www.foursquare.co.nz | B ​ ​a guette, New World www.newworld.co.nz | Stanley Thermos, Black Shed 09 432 0318 | Eco Soulife Mug and Plate, Hungry Elephant www.hungryelephant.co.nz.

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Top Left: Vintage Camera, Red Barn 09 425 8690 | Vintage Picnic Basket, Industry Waipu 09 432 1478 | Flowers, New World www.newworld.co.nz. Bottom Left: Raw Blueberry Cheesecake, www.thetuckshop.co | Frolic Saucer, Green With Envy www.greenwithenvy.co.nz | C ​ ushion Green With Envy www.greenwithenvy.co.nz. Centre: Takatu Rose, Matakana Liquor 09 422 7099 | Beldi Glasses, Mooi Mooi mooimooi.co.nz. Right: Vintage Camera, Novel​, Picnic Blanket andJar​​, Red Barn 09 425 8690 | Vintage Picnic Basket, Industry Waipu, 09 432 1478 | B ​ aguette ​a nd Cheese​​ New World www.newworld.co.nz | Beldi Glasses Mooi Mooi mooimooi.co.nz

Nature’s Nest Where learning and discovery are nurtured by nature.

Phone: 09 425 0511 33 Glenmore Drive, Warkworth www.natures-nest.co.nz 100% NZ family owned & operated

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WHITEBAIT THE RIGHT WAY WORDS

“They taste like sustainability,” chuckles NZ Premium Whitebait’s Chief Executive, Jeremy Gardiner. Jeremy has just been explaining that four out of the five fish species that we group into the generic term ‘whitebait’ are under threat and not enough is being done to protect them.

The company was born out of Mahurangi Technical Institute’s studies on breeding whitebait species for reintroduction to compromised waterways in Rodney. Junction The work very 1successful now 01 was copy.pdf 20/11/16 and 5:14isPM

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being scaled up to commercial levels under the Manāki brand.

traditional Kiwi kai and hospitality, hence the Manāki name.

Manāki is still young but looking for a coastal site to build a customised farming facility so they can increase production from around 5-6 tonnes to 20-30 tonnes and beyond. At that point, they will be able to reliably supply the New Zealand market and establish export markets.

Most importantly, however, is where you can buy Manāki whitebait locally.

“It’s a real United Nations of investors,” Jeremy explains, but the core spirit is about offering a

Pop in to the Matakana Farmer’s Market and look for the Manāki banner where you will find Matt and Steve selling take-home packs of whitebait and cooking up fritters. Yum! www.whitebait.co.nz

PHOTOGRAPHY VIDEO & EDITING COURSES www.codp.co.nz | 09 945 2582 orewa, auckland

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With their beautiful golden hues and sun-kissed rosy speckles, apricots are at their absolute best now, and as it happens, so too are dusky Damson plums. What could be more delicious than a tart ripe with summer’s finest fruit, nestled in a fragrant almond filling with crisp, buttery pastry?

Serves 12 Preheat the oven to 150ºC. 200g unsalted butter, softened 200g unrefined golden castor sugar 2 large free-range eggs, lightly beaten 200g ground almonds Finely grated zest and juice of one lemon (unwaxed) 400g ripe apricots, halved and pitted 6 to 8 small teaspoons of Damson jam 25cm sweet shortcrust pastry tart case, baked and cooled, but still in its tin. Use my recipe (online at Wild Delicious) or whip up your own favourite recipe. If you’re in a hurry, use frozen!

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar for 3–4 minutes with an electric hand mixer until pale and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time and beat thoroughly.

Add the ground almonds, lemon zest and juice, and fold in carefully until thoroughly combined.

Spoon half the mixture into the tart case, spoon over dots of Damson jam, push in the apricot halves and top with the rest of the almond mixture. Bake for 50 minutes.

Remove the tart from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool a little before removing from the tin.

Serve warm, with lashings of cream and plenty of tea. www.wilddelicious.com @wild_delicious

Plume Café High Tea Restarting January 16th 2017 Weekdays only 10am - 2pm & Weekends only for 10+ participants 2pm - 3pm Bookings essential Plume Café located in the heart of Matakana Village is a local favourite for great coffees, delectable pastries, artisan breads and superb food. The Café is now pleased to announce the introduction of High Tea, starting on November 9, 2016.

On offer is a delectable array of freshly baked sweet and savoury scones with whipped cream, jam and butter; a spread of sandwiches and sliders, and other delicious and dainty temptations such as cupcakes. All made in-house by Plumes dedicated bakers and chefs. Of course, the High Tea will be rounded off with a selection of the best teas.

Available for a great value price of $59 for 2 people. *Gluten Free/Vegetarian available on prior booking notice only.

Celebrate any event with High Tea at Plume Café

Plume, proudly the house of Runner Duck Wines.

1335, Leigh Road, Matakana | 09 423 0390 Bookings essential, minimum 24 hours in advance

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

LIGHT MATA WORDS

An absolute ‘must-have’ experience for a tired body and mind is a deep, hot stone massage from a very seasoned therapist. We found just that with Nick Merwood of Light Mata Massage.

His centre, which is ten minutes outside Matakana and surrounded by native forest, offers a meditative, serene and safe feel, as well as complete privacy. Nick also has a workbase in Warkworth.

He specialises in hot stone and deep tissue massage, lymphatics, reflexology and ARC light

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therapy. He has a gentle approach, but has very strong hands, and follows a holistic approach to massage therapy, centred not only on physical well-being, but also on the mental and emotional connection of the mind and body.

Nick combines soothing essential oils and hot stones for the massage, as well as the healing energy of homeopathic gemstones and minerals.

These are enhanced by special Vogel-cut quartz crystals, wound with copper and tuned with magnets to a resonant frequency. The resulting

LIGHT MATA MASSAGE + HOT STONE + DEEP STONE + THERAPEUTIC + RELAXING Release stress and restore wellbeing for quality of life.

Treat yourself – you deserve to!

The ultimate gift for loved ones, family friends or colleagues.

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energy is transferred through light to chakra pathways, re-balancing and re-structuring water molecules in the body. It creates a harmonic resonance, allowing detoxification, increasing PH and a healthy immune response as well as lowering stress and anxiety.

Nick caters to both locals and tourists seeking relaxation and rejuvenation.

022 601 4075 www.facebook.com/lightmatamassage

CHERISH

MATACARNIVAL

MATACARNIVAL

MATAKANA VILLAGE DAY

Parade and The Brazilian Divas.

Grand Gala Dinner

Saturday 25th March

General Admission $5

6.00pm Friday 24th March Plume Vineyard Restaurant

Village Market Day together with the Matakana Village Farmers Market

Be the first to taste the all new Runner Duck Methode ‘Joy’ on arrival. Enjoy a three course dinner of chosen by Plume Restaurants top chefs.

Strangers in a Strange Band

VIP Area hosted by the Stables, closest to the stages with live entertainment with convenient VIP Parking in the Stables Car Park. Canapes & glass of ‘JOY’ on arrival. The Stables Restaurant all weather and seating for all your needs. A very special ‘McLaren’ on display for VIP’s own enjoyment. Tickets $50 per person locally purchased (GULL) General Admission $5 local or $7

Starter - Chefs Tasting Platter – Herb Crusted Goats Cheese Main – selection of Wild Mushroom Risotto, or Spiced Pork Belly, or Peppered Beef Sirloin.

Desert – Sweet Moments Live entertainment from the Brazilian Divas. 10 luxurious items and packages auctioned during the live auction hosted by Bayleys Real Estate MC and Auctioneer. $110 per person or table of ten $1000 via Eventfinda or locally from Gull Matakana. www.matacarnival.co.nz

Caribbean Steel Band Travelling around the village to entertain you.

Cuban Band Performing reggae and calypso at ‘The Matakana’ pub. Entry – no charge, however donations welcome

THE GRAND FINALE Sunday 26th March 11.00am – 6pm Matakana Country Park Fun rides for children, candyfloss, hotdogs and other assorted food and beverage options.

Puchase your tickets from these local supporters: Gull Service Station, Warkworth Isite, Matakana Village Farmers Market Bag Lady Stall, Matakana School, Bayleys Warkworth, Omaha and Matakana. www.matacarnival.co.nz

Sensational car display – classic, American and vintage, equestrian activities. Live entertainment on stage including the Grand

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ARTS

ARTIST ‘DRIFTS’ INTO NEW TERRITORY WORDS

KIRSTY

MILLAR

What happens when joy has up and left the building? Do you tip everything you know on its head and reboot? Internationally renowned artist, Wendy Leach, did just that. Wendy discovered her passion for landscape painting had dwindled. In its place, she yearned for the unknown – where the paint could hit the canvas completely devoid of a plan. Scary, yes. Wendy bid farewell to a tried and truly brilliant realist art career, turning to abstract instead.

Wendy has 20 solo exhibitions behind her and has run several workshops. Painting has taken her on European stints to reflect, create, exhibit and teach. For many years, Wendy led group tours to Italy, and she has been profiled in International Artist magazine. But it was studying for a Master of Fine Arts that flipped her direction.

Receiving First Class Honours in 2008, Wendy found this period to be filled with self-discovery, commitment, and in her case, unlearning. Making a radical change in her art process, Wendy ignored

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the habits of a realist painter. Clearing her mind of any plan, she learnt to ‘feel it, not think it.’ Wendy says, “My work now has no subject, paint marks are made intuitively from any side of the canvas and my mind doesn’t intervene in the process.

Even the titles are fluid, revealed after the last paint splash, such as Flourish, Shindig, Twirl. I’m so energised by this style - it leads me, rather than me taking control.”

Like what you see? Grab tickets to an upcoming gala dinner at Plume in Matakana www.matacarnival.co.nz. This important fundraising initiative will raise funds for a carpark at Matakana School. A luxurious ‘Artist by the Sea’ package has been donated by Wendy, to be auctioned on the night. The prize includes one of Wendy’s significant new works, Drift, plus a weekend of hospitality and art discovery at her incredible new home in Mangawhai. www.wendyleach.com

TOP LEFT: ‘Twirl’ acrylic on plywood panel 750 x 750mm | TOP RIGHT: ‘Elements’ acrylic paint on canvas 1200 x 1200mm | BOTTOM ‘Drift’, Acrylic paint , on canvas, 1200 x 1200mm.

An Urge to be One with Nature

By Christian Nicolson Thurs 2nd – 23rd March Sponsored by Hyperion Wines

Special Opening Event 3.30 – 5.30 Saturday 4th March

1151 Leigh Road | Matakana Country Park | 09 422 9790 | artmatakana.com

W ORKS H OPS

MAY 8 - 12, 2017

Week-long creative workshops with talented tutors Demonstrations by leading chefs highlighting local food and wine Visit our website:

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NOT JUST FLOWERS WORDS

KATHY

HUNTER

This much-anticipated annual group show promises to be a visual delight. Flowers are the focus of the wide-ranging exhibition, which includes painting, photography, ceramics, installation, print and weaving.

Raewyn Turner and Brian Harris have created an extraordinary work, Fallible, which combines science, art and music. The scents of fresh flowers in a rotating vase are assessed by a computer microprocessor as voltage, which is then presented as synthesized piano notes. The sound changes as the flowers wilt and die. The live work will be in the gallery for just one week – while the flowers last – after which there’ll be a video and a large-scale print of a video still available.

Deborah Crowe’s work observes the beauty and symbolism of flowers. These lush prints “emerge from the pictorial framework of an ‘everyday’ cut floral arrangement as dishevelled mash-ups, which explore, explode and graft flora.”

Matakana ceramicist Liz Sharek describes the starting point for her botanical pieces as “the Romeos and Juliets of the plant world.” She has anthropomorphised the botany of flowers, and it’s all about procreation...

Other artists include: Emma Bass, M J Binks, Cathy Carter, Janette Cervin, Philip Jarvis, Cruz Jimenez, Georgie Malyon, Antonio Murado, Alexis Neal, Mandy Thomsett-Taylor and Neal Palmer. www.thevivian.co.nz Opens Saturday (4-6pm) 4th March to 9th April 2017

Top: Deborah Crowe from the series It Matters - Blush Ed 1/5, Archival pigment print on fine art paper, framed with conservation glass, 670x500x35mm | Bottom Left: Liz Sharek, Yummy Mummys, Clay and glaze, 600x200mm | Bottom Right: Raewyn Turner and Brian Harris Tuesday Light 3 on 15 - inkjet print on paper - 600x1060mm.

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39 Omaha Valley Road, Matakana www.thevivian.co.nz | T: 09 422 9995 Not Just Flowers Sunday 4 March - Sunday 9 April 2017

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HAPPENINGS

SETTING THE PATTERN WORDS

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Leanne Kemp, librarian at Maungatapere Primary School, has won Waipu’s iconic Art’n Tartan Wearable Art contest twice now. She reckons both her creative grandmother and mother set the pattern for her sewing skills.

In 2015 her ‘Lady Angie Neer’ creation involved a stylised kilt made of an unusual tartan with pleated side panels and kilt pins, 2016 saw ‘Seasonal Goddess, Queen of Winter’. Both won the coveted McNeedle & Thread award.

Leanne was using a sewing machine by the age of seven. At eight, her grandmother took her shopping for fabric to make a dress. “It was for a little sundress, a simple design in bright, multi-coloured material,” Leanne says.

When asked what advice Leanne would give to first-time entrants, she said.

“Once you decide to enter, commit to it and persevere.”

Her love for sewing is such that she develops withdrawal symptoms if away from her machine for long. When she discovered the Art’nTartan show, Leanne knew it was an opportunity to further challenge her creative skills.

Enter via the events page on the website – entries close April 28th 2017.

July 21st -22nd 2017 www.waipumuseum.com

A 10 DAY COLLABORATIVE ART EVENT FEATURING 80 ARTISTS FROM NEW ZEALAND AND AROUND THE WORLD www.collaborationz.co.nz

PUBLIC OPEN DAY

Tuesday 14th March 2017

10am -3pm Mt Manaia Baptist Camp Whangarei Heads

ART AUCTION

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JACKIE BRISTOW AT THE LEIGH SAWMILL CAFE WORDS

CLINTON

HOWLETT

The iconic Leigh Sawmill Café has had another epic summer hosting a swag of home-grown and international musical talents, and the hits are set to keep rolling well into 2017.

Hot off a show opening for Foreigner in the United States and following the success of her fourth studio album Shot of Gold, South Island talent Jackie Bristow is returning to New Zealand from her new home in LA. She’ll appear in a string of shows with good friend Mark Punch (from the Kasey Chambers band) along with two shows opening for blues icon Bonnie Raitt on their second tour together in NZ. Jackie has been the opening act for many other well-known names over the years: The Steve Miller Band, Tommy Emmanuel, Rick Springfield, Phoebe Snow and Art Garfunkel, just to name a few.

With a style influenced by Americana, folk, country and soul, Jackie Bristow brings true musical talent to any performance. “When you’re the opening act you normally have a short set and you have to win your audience over quickly as they’re really there for the main act. I love playing the big shows, but I also love playing on my own in a more intimate setting. Knowing that my fans have bought a ticket to hear me feels good!”

4.30pm 12th March, Leigh Sawmill Cafe www.sawmillcafe.co.nz

Available at selected retail shops and department stores

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REVIEW

BOOK REVIEW

DESIGN: THE WHOLE STORY

BY ELIZABETH WILHIDE From the cars we drive and the products we buy to the graphics that surround us, we are all consumers of design. This book provides the information you need to decode the material world. It is an essential visual guide to the sophisticated attempts of manufacturers to woo us with high functionality, good looks – and that indefinable feeling of the future.

OSCAR DE LA RENTA: HIS LEGENDARY WORLD OF STYLE

MODERN LIVING SCANDINAVIAN STYLE

BY ANDRE LEON TALLEY

BY CLAIRE BINGHAM

The acclaimed fashion designer, Oscar de la Renta, dressed first ladies from Kennedy to Obama, and celebrities from Beyoncé to Sarah Jessica Parker. In this intimate volume, André Leon Talley recounts de la Renta’s journey, through 70 iconic dresses made for private clients, with fascinating stories of the exquisite craftsmanship and the legendary people that brought each gown to life.

In Modern Living Scandinavian Style, design writer Claire Bingham shows how to create feel-good interiors that are pared-back yet characterful.

The book is full of practical tips with each chapter exploring the design ideas and pieces that make up every room, revealing decorating secrets to recreate Nordic chic. Learn how to introduce a dash of Scandi into your home.

BLACK FERN MATAKANA ACCOMMODATION

BESPOKE CABIN FOR SALE

Black Fern looks over Ascension and is perfect for a relaxing holiday, family reunions and wedding accommodation. Featuring four ensuite bedrooms, gourmet kitchen, heated pool, covered BBQ area with kitchen and fireplace. The separate self-contained cottage brings the sleeping capacity up to 10 people.

Recently finished bespoke cabin for sale.

Sitting area converts to queen size bed. Fold out Kauri table and bench with storage/ stereo. 10m2. Currently solar powered but can easily convert to house mains power. Includes local delivery and setup. $15,000 incl delivery.

www.blackfernmatakana.com

021 339 916 TradeMe: Matakana Cabin

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WALK OF THE MONTH

TANEKAHA FALLS TRACK WORDS

Gordon Hoskings is the Walks Coordinator of the upcoming Mangawhai Walking Weekend (March 24th, 25th, 26th). He tells us about his new favourite walk.

The Tanekaha Falls Track, on the southern slopes of the Brynderwyn Hills, is pretty close to perfect.

It’s cool and shady, has a tumbling stream to keep you company and lots of special interests along the way. What more could you ask?

GORDON

HOSKINGS

From the carpark, just off King Road, stroll to the swing bridge, and after the kids give it a few bounces, cross over to the grassy picnic area at Terry’s Rest. The Falls Track heads up the stream, passing an enormous Totara tree, with the first waterfall and pool about 40 minutes away. A couple more stream crossings leads to the second waterfall and seat – and the workout begins! Steep sections of track climb towards

the Brynderwyn ridge, with some spectacular waterfalls on the way. You’ll also see the remains of a kauri dam with explanatory notes and photos. Finally there’s a steep climb up to the Langsview Track. Good boots and a pole are recommended to aid stream crossings. You can do this walk as part of the Tanekaha Loop Walk or Tanakaha Falls/Puriri Track. www.mangawhaiwalking.co.nz

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C O N T R AT U L AT I O N S

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HAPPENINGS

TROUBADOUR TRAIL Friday 24th March The ninth anniversary of this popular event launches the Mangawhai Walking Weekend in style. It’s a relaxed, fun coastal ramble of around 2.5 hours, perfect for families and friends. There are five outdoor performances along the route, encompassing music, singing, action and storytelling.

The Trail begins at the boat ramp reserve on Alamar Crescent at Mangawhai Heads at 2:30, 3:00 and 3:30pm. You can register 30 minutes prior to the start of each walk.

There’ll be a café at the last performance site.

Tickets $10, from Bammas, Mangawhai Books or online. Under 16 free with a parent.

www.mangawhaiwalking.co.nz

022 194 6760

MANGAWHAI FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL 3-7pm Saturday 25th March Put on your dancing shoes, the Mangawhai Food and Wine Festival is the place to be on Saturday afternoon. Gather with friends, relax in the shade of the olive trees, be entertained with fabulous music, and enjoy local award winning wines, boutique beers and delicious food. Shane & The ShaZam Band will ensure your feet keep tapping with their Pop-Rock covers and including Shane’s original songs.

Tickets $25, gate sales $30, licensed R18. Leabourne shuttle $5 each way. All proceeds go to the Mangawhai Tracks Charitable Trust.

The Olive Grove, Insley Street, Mangawhai Village, gates open 2.45pm, tickets online, Bammas or Mangawhai Books & Gifts

www.mangawhaiwalking.co.nz 09 431 5950

AOTEAROA SURF 11am Sundays Learn to Surf at Aucklands #1 East Coast Beach, Te Arai!

Experienced and qualified coaches, all equipment provided, guaranteed standing riding waves.

All equipment provided & free photos from the day. Book online.

Ask us about 10% off surfboards, wetsuits and accessories.

www.aotearoasurf.co.nz 09 4315760

w w w. s a w m i l l c a f e . c o . n z SUNDAY 05 MARCH | 4:00PM | $KOHA

SATURDAY 18 MARCH | 9:30PM | $15*

BEATS & BEERS IN THE COURTYARD - SPECIAL GUEST DJ'S KNIGHTS OF AND MAYBE A BEER SPECIAL OR TWO...

THE DUB TABLE KEEP AN EYE ON OUR FB PAGE FOR DETAILS: ROOTS | ROCK | REGGAE /sawmillcafe

FRIDAY 10 MARCH | 9:30PM | $15*

PRE-SALE TICKETS $15: eventfinda.co.nz | $20 ON THE DOOR | *knightsofthedubtable.com

SUNDAY 19 MARCH | 4:00PM | $KOHA DICTAPHONE BLUES BEATS & BEERS WITH SPECIAL GUEST HERRIOT ROW JANGLING POP MELODIES, SNARLING GUITARS, IN THE COURTYARD - SPECIAL GUEST DJ'S SPACEY, LAZY TAMBOURINES AND PSYCHEDELIC CLATTER!

TICKETS $15: undertheradar.co.nz *|PRE-SALE $20 ON THE DOOR |

SOULFUL VOICE, ACOUSTIC GUITAR WITH POP ACCESSIBILITIES AND FOLK SENSIBILITIES

TICKETS $30 | undertheradar.co.nz *|PRE-SALE MORE ON THE DOOR | lawrencearabia.com

BELOVED ENTERTAINER PAR EXCELLENCE

SUNDAY 26 MARCH | 5:30PM | $20

LINKS & FULL DETAILS ONLINE:

CHAMBER ENSEMBLE DR CHARLOTTE FRANCIS & GEMMA LEE

NEW OPENING HOURS!

*PLEASE RING THE CAFE: 09 422 6019 TO BOOK A TABLE.

www.sawmillcafe.co.nz

BON ACCORD BAR & BISTRO

FRIDAY 24 MARCH | 9:30PM | $30*

LAWRENCE ARABIA SINGER OF SONGS, TELLER OF TALL TALES.

TICKETS $15: eventfinda.co.nz *PRE-SALE | $20 ON THE DOOR |

Kawau Boating Club, Bon Accord Harbour | 09 422 8845 www.kawauboatingclub.nz

/sawmillcafe

SUNDAY 12 MARCH | 5:00PM | $15*

JACKIE BRISTOW ACOUSTIC POP FOLK

Nestled inside the iconic and historic Kawau Boating Club, the Bon Accord Bar and Bistro is open to the public. Fully licenced including off-licence.

Serving brilliant breakfasts, lunches and dinners Petrol, diesel, water, ice, bait plus general store items available.

AND MAYBE A BEER SPECIAL OR TWO...

KEEP AN EYE ON OUR FB PAGE FOR DETAILS:

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SPAW - TOUR MATAKANA FOR ANIMAL WELFARE Saturday 1st April South Pacific Animal Welfare is a registered NZ charity, founded by Matakana local Karen Schade in 2010. The organisation provides volunteer veterinary services and animal aid clinics to our neighbouring Pacific islands, with all services free of charge.

Destinations include Rarotonga, Niue, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga and Vava’u.

On Saturday April 1st 2017, the organisation is hosting a shuttle bus tour to the Matakana region from Auckland, visiting the markets and boutique shops, Art Matakana, Matakana Country Park, The Vivian Gallery, Brick Bay, and other sites as time permits.

The day is all about indulging the senses and showcasing this beautiful area. Tickets via Eventfinder (search for SPAW) or email.

enquiries@spaw.org.nz

HELLO CUBBI

WARKWORTH PRIMARY SCHOOL FIESTA

Hello Cubbi Baby Boutique in Matakana is hosting four amazing speakers in March

Friday 24th March, 3-7pm See the school come alive in colour and fun! Come and see White Chapel Jak, skateboard demonstrations, and enter the Fiesta Dress up competition, and of course there will be a great selection of local food. We are incredibly lucky to have such community support.

8th March: Starting Solids – Dr Julie Bhosale, family nutritionist and women’s wellbeing expert, specialising in pre and postnatal nutrition. 15th March: Toddler sleep 1-3 years – Annette Faamausili, owner of Serene Sleep consulting agency. 22nd March: Why it’s important to exercise and keep moving before and after birth. 29th March: Lorraine Scapens, founder of pregnancyexercise.co.nz

Thanks to Bayleys, Summer Sessions, Harcourts and more for their generous sponsorship.

726 Matakana Road, Matakana www.facebook.com/hellocubbi

MOOIMOOI KNITTING GROUP Wed 22nd March (120 min)

“Come & see why we are Matakana’s n0. 1 restaurant”

Plump & Co workshops, in collaboration with Mooi Mooi Matakana, offer you an exciting experience: come along and try XXL knitting.

TRIP ADVISOR FEBRUARY 2017

Using their enormous wooden needles and oversized chunky yarn, create a soft, sculptural, contemporary piece to take home and feel proud of. No knitting experience is required, and even the newest of knitters can leave the workshop with something unique.

SESSIONS EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND — SATURDAY 4-7PM & SUNDAY 1-4PM — GRANT MARSHAL - SAT 4TH MARCH SEAN DAVID - SUN 5TH MARCH ASCH ROSE - SAT 11TH MARCH ANDY RICHARDS - SUN 12TH MARCH NATHAN HILL - SAT 18TH MARCH GRANT MARSHALL - SUN 19TH MARCH BEN WALKER - SAT 25TH & SUN 26TH MARCH

Come and Celebrate

St Patricks Day March 17 - Drink specials all day

Book online.

www.plumpandco.com

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MARCH 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 Every Sun First Sat of the month Second Sun of the month Second Sun of the month Last Sun of the month

8.00 - 13.00 8.00 - 15.00 9.00 - 13.00 10.00 - 14.00 8.00 - 13.00 9.00 - 13.00 8.30 – 13.00 9.00 - 13.00

Matakana Village Farmers’ Market Matakana Markets Mangawhai Farmers’ Market Matakana Vintage Markets & Sunday Sessions Warkworth Museum Market Day Old Waipu Boutique Market Summer Market Puhoi Farmers Market

Matakana Village The Old Dairy Factory, Matakana The Village, Library Hall, Mangawhai Matakana Village Masonic Hall Waipu Coronation Hall Waipu The Leigh Hall Puhoi Domain

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Sunday Session with Chef An Urge to be One with Nature Exhibition Beer & Bitterballen JJ Rhythm DJ Shaye Opening - An Urge to be One with Nature Exhibition Not Just Flowers Grant Marshal Seaweek Tawharanui Snorkel Day Kids Fun Day Sean David Detox-Retox, Yoga and Beer Otherwise Fine Summer Sessions Beats & Beers Hello Cubbi Speakers, Dr Julie Bhosale Beer & Bitterballen Dictaphone Blues With Special Guest Herriot Row John McGough Trumpeter-DJ Asch Rose Get Moving Festival Andy Richards Get Moving Festival Jackie Bristow Acoustic POP Folk Detox-Retox, Yoga and Beer Just Eat It - Fundraising Movie Hello Cubbi Speakers, Annette Faamausili Wave Warriors Afterschool Kids Club Harvest Dinner Brick Bay Beer & Bitterballen Nathan Hill Knights Of The Dub Table, Roots Rock Reggae Detox-Retox, Yoga and Beer Grant Marshal Beats & Beers Mooi Mooi Knitting Group Hello Cubbi Speakers Exercising Before & After Birth Mangawhai Walking Weekend Lawrence Arabia Beer & Bitterballen MataCarnival Fundraiser Warkworth Primary School Fiesta Troubadour Trail Mangawhai Ben Walker Mangawhai Food & Wine Festival Ed Jackson Girls On Girls Ladies Surf Event Ben Walker MataCarnival Grand Finale Event Cooking Class With Chef The Gourmet Within Detox-Retox, Yoga and Beer Chamber Ensemble Dr Charlotte Francis & Gemma Lee Club Night With Special Guest Hungrytown Hello Cubbi Speakers, Lorraine Scapens Beer & Bitterballen Tour Matakana for Animal Welfare

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31 Young Street, Scotts Landing Built in 2003, this French Provincial inspired 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom home has it’s own beachfront and riparian rights plus private boat ramp. The gently sloping lawn leads into the Te Kapa Inlet in the Mahurangi Harbour and is enhanced by a row of Pohutakawa; the perfect setting for a special occasion marquee or a long lunch Offering 3,283 square metres, and designed to meet the needs of a growing family and ever-increasing circle of visiting friends, this beautiful property is a rare waterfront ownership opportunity indeed.

Price by Negotiation View by appointment www.bayleys.co.nz/1220314 Kellie Bissett M 027 530 6843 | B 09 425 7640 kellie.bissett@bayleys.co.nz

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