Destination - Visitors Guide 2018/2019

VISITORS GUIDE 2018/2019

Destination Waiwera to Waipu, and all places in between including Mahurangi • Matakana Coast • Mangawhai

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Origins

Mahurangi is an abbreviation of the Maori phrase ‘Mahu hu ki te rangi’ – the rock that points to the sky – and is said to have come from the Ngatirongo tribe, which originally inhabited the land between Auckland and Whangarei.

At the time of European settlement in the 1840s, the name referred to the Mahurangi River where Warkworth was founded, as well as the 100,000 acres surrounding it. Mahurangi is in the rohe of Ngati Manuhiri, which extends from Mangawhai to Whangaparaoa including Hauturu O Toi (Little Barrier), Kawau O Tumaro and Tiritiri Matangi.

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Kia ora • welcome The Mahurangi region may be less than an hour’s drive north of the hustle and bustle of Auckland, but it is a world away in terms of rest and relaxation.

The region has something for everyone – bush walks and beaches, markets and wine trails, fishing and diving, museums and galleries, cafes and restaurants – and so much more.

Take time to relax and enjoy the wonderful experiences this region has to offer ...

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The area remains predominantly rural so if you veer off the beaten track, don’t be surprised to encounter sheep or cows being moved between paddocks.

Just slow down, keep the blood pressure in check and relax.

We can’t make visitors have a good time, but we will certainly do our best to give you a warm Mahurangi welcome.

Keep this copy of Destination as a handy guide to all that this diverse and scenically spoilt area has to offer … and we hope you take home lots of happy memories.

Puhoi Hotel: This historic watering hole is bursting with fascinating memorabilia and museum pieces, and some of the patrons are quite memorable, too.

Matakana Farmers Market: Down by the riverside in downtown Matakana you’ll find a bustling Saturday morning market (8am-1pm). Enjoy the entertainment and ambience, and there’s plenty of local produce if you’re feeling hungry.

Goat Island Marine Reserve: Grab a mask and snorkel to best appreciate NZ’s oldest marine sanctuary where you can swim with huge snapper and blue maomao.

If you’re lucky, you might even see dolphins, eagle rays, orca and penguins.

Tawharanui Regional Park: See nature at her finest – sandy surf beaches, coastal and bush walks, and unparalleled views of the Hauraki Gulf and Hauturu.

Encounters with kiwi and takahe are not uncommon.

Mangawhai Coastal Walkway: This spectacular 8km walk along the clifftop loops back to Mangawhai Heads carpark along the beach. Moderate fitness is required and check the tides so you know when the beach is accessible.

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Puhoi Puhoi is one of only two ethnic historic villages in NZ – the other being Akaroa, on Banks Peninsular near Christchurch.

The hotel is a museum in itself featuring such relics as bullock harnesses, giant saws and other tools, a reminder of the days when giant kauri were felled for timber. And you are sure to hear a good tale or two in the “Bullshit Corner”.

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Puhoi was founded by Captain Martin Krippner, from Staab in Bohemia, now part of the Czech Republic. He encouraged fellow Bohemians to join him and in 1863, 51 adults and 31 children sailed to New Zealand. These hardy pioneering families cleared the forest and probed the swamps with long spikes for kauri gum, which was a precious commodity in those days. The museum has kept full records of the pioneers’ genealogy and achievements, including the construction of the beautiful Church of St Peter and St Paul, dating back to 1881, which is an exact copy of the Littitz Church in Bohemia.

Wenderholm Regional Park, a little south on the road to Waiwera Puhoi Cheese Store & Cafe, on Ahuroa Road The Honey Centre, on the way to Warkworth The historic Puhoi Cottage Tearoom A canoe trip on the Puhoi River

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Puhoi Pub & Stables Est 1879 5 Saleyards Road, Puhoi Village Ph 09 422 0812 Web puhoipub.com

If walls could talk, there would be some tall tales to tell at the Puhoi Pub & Stables.

The pub has been trading in one form or another since 1879 and like many historical watering holes, it has become something of a museum. The interior walls are lined with photographs and memorabilia from bygone days when bullock teams hauled giant logs from the nearby kauri forests and the roads were made of mud. One of the biggest events on the annual calendar in Puhoi is the Axemen’s Carnival, which is held in the grounds of the pub in January.

Many of the events demonstrate the skills that were honed in those early times.

Enjoy a glass of your favourite tipple, choose from the excellent bistro menu with daily specials, relax in the historic surroundings and take in the atmosphere.

AT THE PUHOI VALLEY CAFÉ & STORE SET IN THE BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE STORE HOURS Monday to Friday: 9.30am to 4pm Saturday & Sunday: 9.00am to 4.30pm

WWW.PUHOIVALLEY.CO.NZ Find The Puhoi Valley Café at 275 Ahuroa Road, Puhoi, Auckland.

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Slow Water Trading Post

The Stables, 4 Saleyards Road, Puhoi Ph 021 292 5952 Web slowwatertradingpost.co.nz Mon-Fri 11am-3pm, Sat & Sun 10am-4pm Native American Jewellery & Craft.

We stock a large range of turquoise jewellery – the stone of love – from earrings, brooches and pendants to rings and bracelets. Our jewellery is a mix of the Zuni and Navajo tribes, the beadwork is Cherokee, the turquoise is from New Mexico, Arizona and Colorado.

We also have leather jackets, boots, dreamcatchers, bags, crafts and lots more.

• Free honey tasting • World famous live bee display.

Find the queen bee!

• Huge range of honey & bee products • Hive Café serving home-made food and great coffee • Yummy honey ice cream • Something here for all the family

BUZZ ON BEES – Book an educational Tour with us!

7 Perry Road, Warkworth Ph 09 425 8003 • Em info@honeycentre.com

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Kauriglen Lodge

35 Fiddlers Hill Rd, Puhoi Historic Village Ph 09 422 0598 Mb 0274 792 328 Web kauriglen.co.nz Em larry@kauriglen.co.nz Just 30 minutes north of Auckland City, Kauriglen is situated in a country setting with expansive views of the valley and adjacent native bush. The lodge has two fully selfcontained units, the 11 pillow “Apartment” and the 6 pillow “Chalet”. Each unit has its own ensuite, kitchen and separate private decks. A small backpackers camper sleeps two adults in reserve. Facilities include a large outdoor entertainment area, BBQ with pizza oven, spa pool and free WiFi hotspot.

Puhoi River Canoe Hire

Puhoi Village, (opposite the historic church) Ph 09 422 0891 or 027 284 1672 - Bookings essential Web puhoirivercanoes.co.nz Season 1 September – 30 June* We offer a safe leisurely paddle along the Puhoi River which meanders from the historic Bohemian village to the Wenderholm Regional Park. We have Kayaks to suit the whole family and cater to almost all ages and fitness levels. Popular with corporate groups for team building, families, couples and individuals.

Give us a call to plan your fantastic outdoor adventure. *Closed Dec 25 & 26 endorsed visitor activity

Walton Park Motel

2 Walton Avenue, Warkworth Ph 0800 425 022 or 09 425 8149

Em info@waltonpark.co.nz Web waltonpark.co.nz

A friendly and welcoming accommodation base from where you can explore all the Matakana Coast has on offer. We pride ourselves on our warm, helpful service, and take the time to ensure your room is clean and comfortable. Our recently refurbished 26-room motel is at the southern entrance to Warkworth township. We are just a short walk from cafes, the Mahurangi River, supermarkets, parks and historic sites. Facilities include secure off-street parking, swimming pool and guest laundry. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, electric kettles and mini fridge.

No experience necessary. Bookings Essential Please phone 09 422 0891 or 027 284 1672 www.puhoirivercanoes.co.nz

Puhoi Cottage Tearoom

50 Ahuroa Road, Puhoi Ph 09 422 0480 Em puhoicottagetearoom@gmail.com Hrs Tues-Fri 10am-3pm, Sat-Sun 10am-4pm

A boutique tearoom in the beautiful Puhoi valley, just 300 metres away from the centre of the village.

We serve Devonshire cream teas and more. Games available indoors and out.

Why not get together with friends and family for High Tea (bookings essential) Relax in our gardens with T2 the cat, or watch our rescue chickens scratch around the gardens. Dogs Welcome We cater to a variety of dietary needs.

McDonalds – Warkworth & Wellsford Warkworth: The Grange, State Highway 1, Ph 09 945 2055 Hours 24 hours

Wellsford: 90 Rodney Street, Ph 09 423 9408 Hours 7am-10pm Web mcdonalds.co.nz

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers, fries and shakes. But the menu includes a whole lot more, from salads and wraps to donut balls and a range of ice cream sundaes. Both stores also offer an all day breakfast, are kid friendly and have free wifi available.

McDonald’s has full nutrition, ingredient and allergen information online, and also provides nutrition information on the back of traymats and on packaging. Bookings for special events such as birthday parties welcome. For availability information or to book, simply contact your local restaurant. Warkworth has a drive-thru and plenty of on-site parking, and is open 24-hours a day.

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Warkworth The commercial hub of the Mahurangi district is undoubtedly Warkworth, a town that is on the cusp of an unprecedented growth spurt. The current population of close to 5000 is expected to more than double over the next five years, as Auckland city looks further afield for residential options.

A relic of the town’s industrial past is the Wilson Cement Works, further down the river, but only accessible via Wilson Road. In its heyday, the plant employed around 180 workers and produced just over 20,000 tonnes of cement annually.

The site was abandoned in 1929 and, despite the dilapidated state of the main structure, it is still an impressive sight with walls 228mm thick, 12m high and 18.3m long. The flooded quarry alongside the ruins is a popular picnic spot and swimming hole.

Access to the old lime kilns, built in the 1880s, is via Kowhai Park, on the corner of State Highway 1 and Matakana Road, at the infamous Hill Street intersection. There are a number of tracks through the fivehectare park, which have been the focus of a hardworking team of volunteers. The plan is to eventually link the park to the showgrounds a little further north.

Cement works at the end of Wilson Road The Jane Gifford, alongside Warkworth Wharf Lime kilns, off Kowhai Park Parry Kauri Park & museum

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WARKWORTH... www.warkworth.com

The town has a great selection of boutique shops, cafes and restaurants, and a walk on the riverfront is a must.

Look for the rustic steel bird sculptures along the route, the work of artist Ruby Watson. The native bush on the far side of the river was gifted to the people of New Zealand by the late Henry and Helen Phibbs to ensure “that Warkworth would never have to look across the river and see houses”.

Warkworth Menswear

18 Queen Street, Warkworth Ph 09 425 8408 Em info@warkworthmenswear.co.nz

Web warkworthmenswear.co.nz Hours Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9.30am-2.30pm warkworthmenswear

Warkworth Menswear has been looking after the clothing needs of Warkworth and its surrounding areas for over 55 years. We have a great selection of the newest seasonal fashions plus your everyday requirements ranging from PJ’s to suit hire, and everything in between.

With a friendly face behind the counter we offer a relaxed shopping experience in a comfortable atmosphere.

Matakana Tours

Warkworth Butchery 10 Queen Street, Warkworth Ph 09 425 9947 warkworthbutchery

Web warkworthbutchery.co.nz Hours Mon-Fri 7.30am-5.30pm, Sat 7.30am-2pm, Closed Sunday.

The Warkworth Butchery is your place for honest, good quality food, from our family to yours. We specialise in house-made small goods, quality cuts, free-range and organic products, plus regular specials. Place your order online and then drop in to pick up. As well as a full range of meat products we stock eggs, oysters, salmon, condiments and coffee capsules. Join our mailing list for weekly specials, recipe ideas and prizes!

8 Falls Street, Warkworth Ph 09 422 2505 Em info@matakanastyle.co.nz Web matakanatours.co.nz Spend a day with Matakana Tours and discover the bounty of the Matakana region. Indulge in artisan food and world-class wine on our popular Food and Wine Tour; meet local producers and be inspired by the passion they have for their craft. Other tours available, from craft beer to wellness, gardens and art.

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Fresh Café

Wharf Street Bistro

6 Wharf Street, Warkworth 0910 Ph 09 422 2511

Web wharfstreetbistro.com Hours Tues-Sat 4pm-Late, Sun & Mon closed

This award winning restaurant has won the heart of locals and travellers alike. Overlooking the river in the heart of Warkworth, serving cocktails, a great range of local wine & craft beer. The highly acclaimed menu includes fresh seafood, slow cooked organic meat and delicious vegetarian dishes. Book now and enjoy the superb hospitality.

Argyll Angle, 58/60 Queen St, Warkworth Ph 09 425 0414 Em freshcafeww@yahoo.co.nz Mon-Fri 7.30am-4.30pm, Sat & Sun closed As the name suggests, Fresh makes all its food on site daily. The menu is regularly updated, and this gem of a cafe offers a stunning range of cabinet food, including healthy salads, cakes and slices. The flavours of the sweet and savoury muffins change daily. There are numerous glutenfree options, including breakfast and lunch dishes, cabinet food, salads, cakes and slices. Vegan and vegetarian meals are available – customers just have to ask.

Delicious Allpress coffee.

Kleur Gallery & Makerspace

Edmonds & Mason Panelbeaters & Painters Smith & Smith Auto Glass Agency 47 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth Ph 09 425 8723

Em autoglassww@xtra.co.nz Hours Mon-Fri 7.30pm-5pm

We do panelbeating and auto painting for all makes and models of cars, trucks and motorhomes/campervans, with a full auto painting booth. We also do chassis realignments and restorations. We replace car, truck and motorhome/campervan windscreens, as well as fitting side glasses and boat screens. Insurance work is a specialty. We’ve been in business for 45 years and our reputation stands on quality workmanship and prompt service.

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2A Kapanui St, Warkworth Ph 029 562 2511 or 09 422 3610 Em inge@kleurgallery.com Web www.kleurgallery.com Hours Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-2pm Kleur Gallery is an eclectic art and design gallery located in the heart of Warkworth.

Home to a large selection of art glass, ceramics and jewellery, we specialise in the truly unique.

Come and try a workshop in glass or jewellery design in our Makerspace.

WARKWORTH

Warkworth & Districts RSA

This Little Shop

Riverview Plaza, 2/4 Kapanui Street, Warkworth Ph 021 108 1453 This LittleShopboutique Hours Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-3pm A small clothing boutique for fun loving ladies. Lots of styles and colours for all occasions. NZ made labels include Tinker Tailor, Coop by Trelise Cooper, Sass, Betty Basics, Fate & Becker, and Second Nature leather bags. We also have casual espadrilles for summer. New stock arriving daily so pop in and browse around.

28 Neville Street, Warkworth Ph 09 425 8568 Em office@warkworthrsa.co.nz Web warkworthrsa.co.nz Hours Mon & Tues 12.30pm-8pm, Wed 11am-9pm, Thurs 11am-10.30pm, Fri 11am11.30pm, Sat 11am-10pm, Sun 3pm-7pm Warkworth & Districts RSA provides a warm and welcoming venue for the local community. Come along and enjoy our restaurant, bar, entertainment and sports groups, or just meet up with friends and family in our attractive facilities. Full membership is open to anyone aged over 18. Youth membership is open to anyone aged over 12 years. We are a member of the RNZRSA and welcome members from other affiliated clubs throughout New Zealand and Australia.

Café Q

62-64 Queen St, Warkworth, 0910 Ph 09 425 7034 cafe.Q.nz Hours Mon-Fri 8am-3pm, Sat, Sun & Public holidays closed Discover Cafe Q, just 40 minutes north of Auckland, in Warkworth. Here you will find a contemporary cafe setting with delicious, homemade food. Come in and try something from the blackboard menu or cabinet and enjoy a local Matakana roasted coffee.

Blue’s BBQ

18 Neville Street, Warkworth Web bluesbbq.co.nz Em bluesbbq.nz@gmail.com

Ph 09 425 7778 Hours Monday-Saturday, from 5pm bluesbbqnz

We are a family-friendly restaurant, specialising in great tasting, good value, US style BBQ food. We also carry a separate vegetarian menu, full of options for our less carnivoristic diners. We use the low, slow and smokey style of US BBQ cooking to deliver quality and flavour. We also serve our meats without sauce and leave it to our guests to choose the style they enjoy most – Carolina Tang, Mississippi Mild, Texan Heat or Hawaiian Halfway. Our rustic dining room, open fireplace and friendly staff help us to capture that BBQ spirit.

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Established NZ 1973

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F.B. Warren - The Jeweller Bruce Warren Proprietor

18 Neville Street, Warkworth PO Box 87, Warkworth Phone/Fax 09 425 7404

Crystal Waters Crystal Waters

18 Baxter Street, Warkworth Ph 09 425 0500 crystalwaterswarkworthnz/

Em crystalwaterswarkworth@hotmail.com Hours Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm

Something for everyone, this beautiful shop has the most amazing crystals and all crystals are hand picked with care. We also have handmade soaps, NZ made giftware, wall art, garden art, books, statues, water fountains, candles, dream-catchers and much more. We make a point of stocking something for everyone’s budget. Ask about our bio-feedback Quantum Indigo clinic.

18 Neville Street, Warkworth Ph 09 425 7404 Warren-The-Jeweller Hours Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-1pm

We have a wide selection of engagement rings, wedding rings, wedding gifts and eternity rings, as well as watches, clocks, pewter ware (Royal Selangor), pendants, brooches, earrings and necklaces. The perfect place to find a gift for any ‘hardto-buy-for’ person, at a price that won’t break the budget. We also do custommade pieces and jewellery repairs, and have been proudly serving the Warkworth community for 30 years. Don’t be afraid to ask for what you are looking for.

MAPLE STORE

The Red House Bar & Restaurant 182 State Highway 1, Warkworth Ph 09 973 3573 TheredhouseWarkworth Web theredhouse.nz

Hours Mon & Wed 12pm-11pm, Thurs & Fri 11am-11pm, Sat & Sun 8am-11pm, Food served until 8.45pm. Closed Tues.

A new, friendly local with good, honest, home cooked dishes (with gluten free and vegan options), a great range of beers, ciders, wines, spirits, and soft drinks (or alcohol free beers) for the sober drivers. We will also soon be stocking a gluten free beer.

Don’t forget, Monday night is burger night at The Red House. A burger with fries and salad plus a large beer or cider from one of our 12 taps, for the bargain price of $20!

There is also an after school special - buy a coffee and get a fluffy for free. There’s plenty of inside and outside dining, including a beer garden just made for relaxing with friends, a nice cold craft beer or a cider, and soaking up the rays with some good music and some light bites.

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Maple Store

Shop 2, The Oaks, 9 Queen St, Warkworth Ph 09 945 2517 Hours Mon-Fri 9.30am-4pm, Sat 10am-3pm We stock both well-known brands including Untouched World and emerging brands such as Smile Clothing from NZ and abroad. The focus is on natural fibre clothing that is both versatile and timeless.

Our emphasis is not on fast fashion, but rather the ‘buy it for life’ mentality that enables women to buy styles that suit them, and provides them with confidence year in, year out. Many of the styles cross the seasons effortlessly and we stock knitwear year round.

Ginger Cafe

21 Queen Street, Warkworth Ph 09 422 2298 Hours Mon-Sat 7am-3pm, Sun 8am-3pm One of the town’s most established and central cafes, we offer both indoor and sidewalk dining. Ginger has a reputation for delicious Atomic Fair Trade coffee and homemade food, either from the blackboard menu or cabinets. We have a range of gluten free options, and can cater for most dietary requirements – just ask when you place your order.

Warkworth Golf Club

4 Golf Road, Warkworth Ph 09 425 8248 Em thedivot@warkworthgolfclub.co.nz warkworthgolfclubnz

Web warkworthgolfclub.co.nz Hours 8am-5pm weekdays, 7am-5pm weekends (summer 7am-7pm)

Nestled in the heart of Matakana Wine country, Warkworth Golf Club is less than 45 minutes from Auckland’s CBD. A gently rolling course with superb fairways and ample tree cover.

After a round of golf, enjoy a refreshment in our club lounge taking in an elevated view of our stunning course. Our well-stocked Golf Shop includes shoes, balls, gloves, accessories, quality sports clothing for men and women (including wet weather gear), and refreshments.

Hire equipment available. The spacious clubhouse is also available for hire.

CHOCOLATERIE & CAFETERIA Chocolate Brown is THE destination for foodies, coffee connoisseurs, tourists, holiday-makers and chocolate lovers of all ages. We specialise in the most decadent of chocolate pralines, truffles & novelties, all hand-made on-site. We also have a huge range of our own hand-made fudge and imported goodies.

CB Café has a stylish casual ambience, with under verandah & fireside dining & plenty of parking. You can also try The Oaks, our new café at 9 Neville Street. Both cafés feature a wide range of food from our seasonal menu & cabinet selection. Open for brunch & lunch daily.

Hours: 7am–4pm weekdays and 8am–4pm weekends

Chocolate Brown @ 6 Mill Lane & The Oaks @ 9 Neville Street, Warkworth • ph 09 4222 677 • www.chocolatebrown.co.nz

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Snells• Sandspit • Kawau There are several vantage points along the peninsula that give spectacular views of Kawau Bay and nearby islands. Scandrett Regional Park, named after the Scandrett family that farmed the land for more than 130 years, is well worth a visit. The park includes a collection of farm buildings, as well as the original Scandrett Homestead built in 1884 of an early type of concrete, instead of the usual kauri timber. Highfield Garden Reserve, at Algies Bay, has great views and tame donkeys. The historic Mahurangi Regatta is held every January off Sullivans Bay or Scotts Landing, depending on the weather. Sometimes up to 100 classic or classic-style boats will take part, making a spectacular sight on the water.

Sandspit is the stepping off point for Kawau Island, which covers more than 2000 hectares and is mostly privately owned. The Department of Conservation administers about 10 per cent of the island including Mansion House, the stately home of early governor George Grey. Originally used for sheep farming, the discovery of manganese and copper led to a mining boom around the mid-1800s. The remains of the mine’s brick pump house chimney and a tunnel can be explored near Bon Accord Harbour. Access to the island is by private boat or water taxi. Kawau Bay is a renowned fishing and sailing paradise, with many sheltered anchorages.

Motuora Island, just south of Kawau, is a work in progress. It is an open sanctuary for endangered species, which is being replanted with native trees and shrubs by volunteers after many years of farming. Motuora is a taonga (treasure), to which the tangata whenua (people of the land) have a spiritual, cultural and historical relationship. The 80-hectare island is administered by the Department of Conservation. Camping is permitted and there is good landing for kayaks and boats. The island is predator-free and brown kiwi have been introduced. For details on how to access the island, contact the Department of Conservation’s Warkworth office on 09 425 7842.

Kawau Island & Mansion House Highfield Garden & donkeys Te Whau Walkway, off Goodall Reserve Scandrett Regional Park

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Handy websites: kawauisland.org •matakanacoast.co.nz

The Mahurangi East Peninsula forms the northern arm of the Mahurangi River and includes the settlements of Snells Beach, Sandspit, Algies Bay, Martins Bay and Scotts Landing.

Parsley Pot

786 Sandspit Road, Warkworth Ph 09 425 8486 theparsleypotcafe Hours 7 days, 8am-3pm A family-friendly cafe with a range of cakes, muffins and sandwiches, and a selection of teas and great coffee. All food is made fresh on site and you can taste the difference.

Gluten free, dairy free and vegetarian options available, and an award winning range of pies. The quiet, garden setting makes the cafe a great place to dine inside or out, and dogs welcome. Plenty of parking, disabled access and toilets. Group catering a specialty.

Little & Local – Coffee Kitchen Mahurangi East Shopping Centre, Snells Beach Ph 09 425 5582

littleandlocal Hours 7days, 8am-3pm

We’re all about great coffee, honest food and celebrating our local community. We use locally roasted Rush coffee and we can cater for most dietary requirements, with plenty of vegetarian and gluten free options. We serve an all day breakfast with generous helpings. The beverage menu includes locally brewed ice coffees, juices and smoothies. Perfect for those hot summer days. Sharing plates are also available.

Great Summer Art Exhibition – 25th Anniversary Mahurangi East Community Hall, Hamatana Road, Snells Beach Hours Sunday December 30 to Tuesday January 1, 10am-4pm daily

This annual three-day exhibition for professional and amateur artists raises money for the Mahurangi East Tennis Club. Prizes are awarded in various categories including novice, intermediate and professional, as well the popular People’s Choice. More than 300 artworks are normally on display and available for sale, representing the work of more than 100 artists. There are also raffles and other stalls with handcrafted items and gifts for sale.

A preview evening will be held on Saturday 29 December at 7pm, entry is $10. Donations during the rest of the exhibition are gratefully accepted.

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Mansion House Cafe

Kawau Cruises

Sandspit Wharf, End of Sandspit Road, Sandspit Web kawaucruises.co.nz

Em info@kawauwatertaxis.co.nz Ph 09 425 8006 or 0800 111 616

Ever wanted to explore an island that has no road access? This is your opportunity, with the Royal Mail Run Cruise! This is the largest mail run by water in the Southern Hemisphere, and is a delightfully relaxing way to learn about the history and admire the natural beauty of Kawau Island.

Cruise the beautiful bays, gaining a rare glimpse into life on an island that has no roads. From the comfort of our large and luxurious ferry you will have uninterrupted 180 degree views of this scenic wonderland and historic landmarks, while your experienced and informative skipper guides you around over 75 different wharves delivering freight and mail to the island residents. A traditional kiwi BBQ lunch enjoyed aboard the boat is an optional extra, or you can take your picnic ashore and enjoy it in the historic Mansion House grounds and subtropical gardens, where Wekas, Wallabies & Peacocks abound.

Departs Sandspit Daily at 10:30am. Departs Mansion House at 2pm daily (also departs Mansion House 4:30pm on Sat, Sun & Public Holidays from Boxing Day – 28 February).

Mansion House Bay, Kawau Island Ph Cafe 09 422 8903 Em info@kawauwatertaxis.co.nz Web kawaucruises.co.nz Hours 7 days Dec-March 31, 10am-4pm

Located in the Kawau Island Historic Reserve, catering for weddings and other events. First built as the residence of the mine superintendent during Kawau’s copper mining days, Mansion House took on its present day appearance after 1862 when Sir George Grey bought the Island. Since Mansion House has been in public ownership it has been extensively restored, and furnished in the style of Grey’s era.

Cafe Sandspit

Sandspit Holiday Park

1334 Sandspit Road, Sandspit Ph 09 425 8610 Em bookings@sandspitholidaypark.co.nz

1440 Sandspit Rd, Sandpsit, Warkworth Ph 09 425 8006 Em info@kawauwatertaxis.co.nz Web cafe_sandspit.co.nz Hours Mon-Sun, 9am-4pm

Web sandspitholidaypark.co.nz Hours 7 days, 8am-8pm

Situated on the water at Sandspit, this is a family-friendly park that offers a range of accommodation from self-contained waterfront cabins to powered and non-powered camp sites and hardstand sites. It is set among mature trees, just a stone’s throw from the Kawau ferry and the Sandspit Yacht Club. Guests can enjoy safe swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding and bush walks. The quirky facilities are housed in what looks like a pioneer village and, in fact, four buildings date from the 1900s. There is a general store, games room, TV room and library, as well as laundries and kitchens.

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Situated in the heart of the Matakana Wine region, where many boutique wineries are producing stunning local wines, we have selected wines from our most local producers and now offer you the opportunity to enjoy these at Cafe Sandspit (some from vineyards less than 5km away). Our food is freshly cooked to order and we offer a selection of seafood, vegetarian and meaty numbers.

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Saundarya Spa

Ayurvedic Skin Care & Beauty Therapy 250a Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach Ph 09 425 5012 Web saundaryaspa@gmail.com Rejuvenate mind, body and spirit.

Let us indulge you with our gentle techniques and exotic ingredients customised for your unique skin and body type.

Our services include massage, facials, manicures, spray tans, waxing etc.

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Snells Beach Motel

1 Snells Beach Road, Snells Beach Ph 09 425 5021

Em snellsbeachmotel@xtra.co.nz Web snellsbeachmotel.co.nz

Close to Warkworth and Matakana, this 4 1/2 star motel received a Certificate of Excellence in 2018 for ‘exceptional performance in the global business community’. There are 12 stylish selfcontained 1 and 2-bedroom unit apartments – some with double spa baths. Enjoy the seasonally heated swimming pool in its beautiful subtropical garden setting, with great views across Kawau Bay and islands. There’s a shopping centre, tennis courts, library, cafes and restaurants within easy walking distance. Free wifi and no minimum stay except during some public holidays.

Martins Bay Holiday Park

Absolute coastal paradise!

• Powered sites, beachfront caravans, cabins, glamping and more!

• Wi-Fi, kitchen, BBQs, play areas, all tide boat ramp and swim pontoon.

Book now: martinsbayholidaypark.co.nz 0800 624 7275 or 09 353 9685 mbhpark@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz 287 Martins Bay Road, Martins Bay.

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Matakana & surrounds Largely through the efforts of volunteers, travellers between Point Wells, Omaha Beach and Matakana can stretch their legs off road and enjoy amazing views as a reward. The plan is to eventually connect Pakiri to Warkworth through a series of walkways/ pathways. In the Leigh area, for example, there is the Ti Point coastal walk, which starts at the wharf; the Matheson Bay bush walk; the stunning Leigh coastal walkway with views across Omaha Bay, Tawharanui and Hauturu (Little Barrier); a harbour walk; and the Goat Island coastal walk, which starts opposite the Marine Discovery Centre. Most are between one and two hours duration. Omaha Beach also has a network of walkways for all levels of fitness. (Check out the local websites, right, for more information).

The popular Saturday morning markets in Matakana hint at the area’s history. Among the earliest settlers were brothers Charles and James Matthew, sons of a Scottish laird. They established NZ’s first commercial orchards and nurseries on their property in the Waiwhata Valley, near Pukematekeo, on Leigh Road.

A little further afield are numerous picnic spots and secluded beaches just waiting to be discovered.

Tawharanui Regional Park, on Takatu Road, is NZ’s first mainland, integrated open sanctuary where farming, public recreation and conservation of native species combine. Thanks to a 2.5km predator-proof fence, Auckland Council, in conjunction with the community group TOSSI, has been re-introducing threatened or endangered species, including kiwi and takahe.

For those inclined to quieter pursuits, there are numerous galleries, cafes and vineyards spread throughout the district, providing a welcome respite for the hungry and thirsty traveller. Many of the vineyards offer wine tasting, and each has a distinctive character.

Tawharanui Regional Park Goat Island Marine Reserve Local wineries Saturday morning markets

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Handy websites: leighbythesea.co.nz • matakanacommunitygroup.org • omahabeach.co.nz

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988 Matakana Road, Matakana Ph 09 422 9286 Web rivernilelinens.co.nz Em sales@rivernilelinens.co.nz Hours Mon-Sat 10am-3pm

Matakana Motel

975 Matakana Road, Matakana Ph 09 422 7497

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Matakana Motel is located in the heart of Matakana Village home to the vibrant Saturday Farmer’s Market. There are 17 newly refurbished units consisting of seven studios and ten two bedroom self-contained family units all with air-conditioning. Motel facilities include a small kid’s playground & trampoline, tepid saltwater pool, BBQ’s, guest laundry, SKY TV, gym facilities and unlimited Wi-Fi.

Surrender to luxury. Luxury pure cotton bed linen for your home, boat & motorhome.

We can make any size to fit your requirements. Experience the luxurious soft feel of our Egyptian Cotton Sheets or the crisp freshness of our Turkish Cotton or Percale Cotton bed linen, designed and made in Matakana, NZ. We produce quality bed linen that looks fabulous and fits your bed correctly.

Matakana Village Butchery 66 Matakana Valley Road, Matakana Ph 09 422 7012 Em thevillagebutchery@gmail.com Web matakanavillagebutchery.co.nz thevillagebutcherymatakana Hours Mon-Wed & Fri 8am-5.30pm, Thurs 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-3pm

Matakana River Tours Wharf Road, Matakana Ph 021 046 9426

Web matakanarivertours.co.nz Hours Due to tides, please check bookings page

Step onboard and enjoy the scenic beauty, as we cruise on the sheltered safe waters of the Matakana River. Travel through a tidal wonderland that showcases New Zealand’s diverse landscape, learn about the history, spot native birds and stingrays while enjoying a refreshment or a pre-ordered cheeseboard.

Fares: Adult $25, senior $20, child $15, family (2 adults/2 children) $70. Cheeseboard $15, refreshments POA.

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We are a traditional, family-owned Village Butchery that not only provides the best quality meat at an honest price, but we also endeavour to cater for our customers’ individual needs. Our meat arrives as an intact beast allowing us to supply any cut you like, from broth bones to the most complex cuts. We supply free range pork, lamb and beef, and organic free range chickens. Our dual-purpose shop means we can offer NZ’s best quality meat, as well as the facility to process home raised or recreationally caught meat.

Omaha Beach Golf Club

Northwest Anchorage, Omaha Ph 09 422 7551 Em gm@omahagolf.co.nz Web omahagolf.co.nz Considered by a growing number of serious golfers as a hidden treasure in NZ, the 18 hole, par 70, Omaha Beach Golf Club is less than one hour drive from central Auckland, but a world away from the frantic pace of the city. Bordered by the sea on one side and a natural estuary on the other, it is a course that offers some unique and pleasant surprises as you move around it. We can promise at least two things: the warmest of welcomes and a day to remember. Club, cart & trundler hire • Group bookings welcome • Café & bar - perfect venue for all functions

Charlies Gelato

17 Sharp Road, Matakana Ph 09 422 7942 Charlies-Gelato-Garden

Web charliesgelato.co.nz Em charlie@charliesgelato.co.nz

Charlies Gelato is an award winning shop and cafe that specialises in handmade, small batch, gelato and sorbetto made fresh daily with the best locally sourced ingredients. Every month we create a new seasonal flavour to tempt your taste buds. We’ve over 40 delectable flavours to choose from – whether you like it fruity, fun or decadent, gluten or dairy free, we’ve the one for you! We pick our new-season summer berries daily, grapes and citrus fruit when in season, all luscious and grown right here at Charlies.

Over summer we also offer delicious wood-fired pizza, dine in or takeaway.

Omaha Beach Superette

Your one stop shop: 4/1 Matariki St, Omaha Ph 09 422 9475 Em omahabeachsuperette@gmail.com Hours 7 Days, 7am-7pm

For all your essential needs, look no further than the Omaha Beach Superette, near the surf club. The shop stocks fresh fruit and vegetables (many grown locally), deli and frozen goods, health section, groceries, magazines, sunglasses, a good range of local and imported beer and wine, Mrs Macs pies including a gluten free option, and parlour ice creams. It also sells fish bait, ice, and Kwik-Swap Gas bottles.

There is an ATM machine and if you’re feeling lucky, you can buy a Lotto ticket.

Goat Island Dive & Snorkel 142a Pakiri Road, Leigh Ph 09 422 6925 Em dive@goatislanddive.co.nz

goatislanddive Web goatislanddive.co.nz Hours 7 Days, 8am-5pm

Your one stop for Goat Island Marine Reserve – Snorkel and Scuba equipment hire. Join our Guided Snorkel Tour to get the most out of your experience, available for all levels, Beginner to Experienced. Guided Dive tours for certified and non-certified divers (Try Diving). If you enjoy snorkeling why not join one of our courses and become an Open Water Scuba Diver?

We stock a great retail selection and offer air-fills and gear servicing. – This is the region’s top ‘must do’ attraction and we’ll show you all it has to offer!

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Beetopia NZ Ltd

158 Omaha Flats Road, Matakana Ph 021 0264 9674 beetopia_nz Em btopianz@gmail.com Grass Esposti Web beeandbee.co.nz Beetopia NZ Ltd BE Ph: 021 026 49674 158 Omaha Flats Road EK E ETues E: btopianz@gmail.com Coast RD6, V E Matakana Hours 9am-12noon, Thurs 3pm-6pm, PIN HI www.beeandbee.co.nz Auckland 0986 G CO URSES - - B LE E E S hours SA R Sat 9am-12noon, other by appoint.

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The Craft Shop has been established for almost 30 years and consists of more than thirty local and regional arts and crafts people. Offering an abundance of New Zealand made goods; knitting, jewellery, wood ware, handmade paper, sewing, cards, pottery and much more. The Craft Shop is an artists’ co-operative, managed and operated by artists for artists.

Originating in Matakana in the mid 80’s (then called Craft Co-op), founded by people selling their wares from market stalls, turning the old dairy factory into a craft shop. In the mid 90’s it moved to Sheepworld and finally, in 2006, to the Matakana Country Park.

Located in a former potter’s studio on the beautiful grounds of the Matakana Country Park, the shop shares the area with an art gallery, historic church, restaurant and cafe, and a children’s playground with assorted farm animals which can be hand fed with food available at the park.

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Both theory www.beeandbee.co.nz Auckland 0986 practical lessons are held at our educational centre and Beetopia apiary with a qualified tutor and beekeeper. Lessons are fun and varied, giving students the practice and confidence required to succeed as responsible beekeepers. We also offer a wide range of all beekeeping and hiveware supplies – bees, honey, swarm collection, AFB inspection and varroa control. We also have unique beethemed accommodation, only five minutes from great beaches with honey tasting, orchard tours & bee talks available.

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Gala Berry

Fresh New Zealand strawberries & blueberries – The Caravan, 256 Omaha Flats Rd (look for the giant strawberry!) Fri-Sun; but 7 days from 14 Dec, until PYO finishes, then Fri-Sun until Waitangi weekend.

Pick Your Own (PYO), 90 Jones Rd, Omaha, from 26 December until the berries are finished (approx midJan), 7 days 9am-5pm Web galaberry.co.nz galaberry 24 | Destination 2018

Nothing says summer quite like big, juicy, red strawberries fresh from the fields at Omaha Flats. At Gala Berry, we pride ourselves on producing some of the best berries around.

From Friday 14 December until PYO finishes, we are open at the caravan in Omaha Flats Road and for strawberry gate sales in Jones Road, seven days a week (closed on Christmas Day only). EFTPOS facilities are available at both locations.

For a special treat, try our ice cream made right before your eyes with our own fresh fruit. Gala Berry is part of Fresh Food exports and we grow environmentally sustainable strawberries with care. Our sun-ripened fruit is hand picked and packed.

Look for us in your local supermarket.

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317 Rahuikiri Road, Pakiri Beach Ph 09 422 6275 Em pakirihorse@xtra.co.nz Pakiri-Beach-Horse-Rides-NZ

Web horseride-nz.co.nz Hours: Winter 8.30am-4.30pm, Summer 8.30am-6.30pm, Open every day except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

20 Cumberland Street, Leigh Ph 09 422 6077 Em leighmotors2017@gmail.com Leigh Motors 2017 Fuel 24/7, Workshop Mon-Fri 8am-5pm 24 hour fuel - Self-service. Services, WOF, Automotive repairs, Tyres, Batteries, Bait, Ice, Gas Bottle Swap.

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Our rides cover everything from a relaxed one hour outing to a full day or longer. It can be both tranquil and exhilarating! All our rides travel along the pristine sands of Pakiri Beach and continue through the dunes with breathtaking views to the coastal islands.

We ride through groves of ancient Pohutukawa trees, native bush and Nikau palms.

Our longer rides take you through pine forests and over lush green farmland. All our horses are chosen for their kind temperaments and unflappable attitudes.

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BY INVITED ARTISTS School Raising funds for Harbour 09 Hospice, Warkworth Wellsford 425 9535 www.harbourhospice.org.nz 18-20 January 2019 — Matakana School Hall

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Ti Point Reptile Park 27 Ti Point Road, Leigh Ph 09 422 6021 Em enquiries@reptilepark.co.nz

Web reptilepark.co.nz Hours Daily 10am-5pm

The Reptile Park is the only zoo in New Zealand that specialises in reptiles, and we have a unique collection of both native and exotic species. With the exception of snakes, which are forbidden by law in New Zealand, and sea turtles, the Reptile Park has representatives from all four reptile classifications. Enjoy a pleasant walk or picnic at the tables set around the park and discover these fascinating creatures in enclosures landscaped to suit their individual GOATor ISLAND requirements. A must for a family outing or an organised educational visit for schools.

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Leigh Sawmill

142 Pakiri Road, Leigh Ph 09 422 6019 Em info@sawmillcafe.co.nz Web sawmillcafe.co.nz Café summer hours 27 Dec-15 Feb, 7 days 10am-late. Café off peak hours Thurs 12pm-9pm, Fri-Sun 10am -late.

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The Leigh Sawmill Café is the perfect place to spend a weekend - have a good meal, catch a band and stay the night in our comfortable accommodation just 50 metres away.

The café offers delicious gourmet pizzas, full brunch and dinner menu’s using fresh local fish, hand picked garden produce and house made preserves giving the dishes a unique New Zealand flavour. We are fully licensed with an extensive wine list, bottled beer and alternating selection of 5 NZ craft beers The infamous sawmill stage has played host to a varied portfolio of live music and over the last 22 years - and proudly supports New Zealand music.

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Marine www.goatislandmarine.co.nz Goat Island Marine Discovery Centrewww.goatislandmarine.co.nz Discovery 160 Goat Island Road, Leigh Web goatislandmarine.co.nz Centre Ph 09 923 3645 Hours: Dec 1-April 30 10am-4pm; 1 May-30 Nov, Shell matching activity

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High definition videos, interactive displays, touch tank and sound tunnel are just some of the fun activities awaiting visitors to the Discovery Centre. There is also a shark reading corner, BIGeye microscope and shell matching activity. The centre overlooks New Zealand’s oldest www.goatislandmarine.co.nz marine reserve and a visit will give you a much better appreciation of the marine wonders within the reserve. The Discovery Centre also sits alongside a world-class marine research centre, the Leigh Marine Laboratory. We run school holiday programmes, and enquiries about group bookings welcome.

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Wellsford • Kaipara One of the quietest drives in the district is along the Kaipara Coast Highway (SH16), which starts in Wellsford and is an alternative route to Auckland via Helensville.

The road traverses dairy, sheep and beef country, as well as providing spectacular views of the vast Kaipara Harbour. A detour along Port Albert Road leads to the historic settlement of Port Albert, where nearly 3000 English immigrants sailed to NZ between 1862 and 1865 to establish Albertland, a non-conformist religious settlement. Their fascinating story is told at the Albertland Museum in Wellsford.

Just south of Port Albert is one of the cutest churches in the district, Minnesdale Chapel, on Shegadeen Road. The church is a Category 1 Historic Places Trust building that overlooks the Oruawharo River, a tributary of the Kaipara Harbour. It officially opened for worship in December 1867 and has been in continuous use ever since for services, weddings and christenings.

Jackie and Pierre Chatelanat gifted their 843-hectare farm on Run Road, south of Minniesdale, to the people of New Zealand in 2004 and it opened as the Atiu Regional Park in 2008. The property, which is still a working farm, is a quiet retreat for anyone seeking long walks and beautiful coastal scenery. As well as pasture, it has stands of native bush and wetlands, and is a significant habitat for three nationally threatened bird species – the NZ dabchick, brown teal and the North Island brown kiwi. There are 17 known historic places on the farm, plus a canoe portage area, numerous pa sites and the remnants of a (19th century) settler camp. For park opening hours and other information, visit: aucklandcouncil. govt.nz/parks-recreation.

Port Albert General Store, Wharf Road Dome Valley Walkway Lake Tomarata Reserve, Atkins Road Minniesdale Chapel, Shegadeen Road

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Bright Laundry

3 Station Road, Wellsford Web brightlaundry.co.nz wellsfordlaundry/ Hours 7 days, 7am-9pm

Castle Court Motel

Self-service coin operated laundry, dropoff service Monday-Friday (not including public holidays). Note-to-coin change machine, powder dispenser, staffed Monday-Friday, only one in Wellsford.

Range of washers & dryers – 10kg, 20kg, 30kg options. Open 365 days a year.

SH1, Wellsford Ph 09 423 7705

Drummers Homestore

Here at Drummers Homestore we are passionate about providing customer service and products that will exceed your expectations everytime ..... Our range is constantly expanding and we source products locally and globally to be able to offer our customers the best and most interesting selection around! From the basic to indulgent extras we cover most bases!

225 Rodney Street, Wellsford, 0900 Ph 09 423 9077 Em sales@drummers.co.nz Web drummers.co.nz Hours Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm

To inspire and enhance everyday life by creating comfortable environments to exceed expectation.

Freephone 0800 004 718 Web castlecourtmotel.co.nz

Accommodation at Wellsford, right in the heart of the country, just 1 hour from Auckland and Whangarei. We have a range of Studios from small to large, kitchenette or full cooking, some with decks. Also larger rooms. Wellsford is a minute away, and there are plenty of local attractions nearby such as the Dome Valley Walkway, Wellsford Golf Course, Pakiri Beach, Te Hana Maori Centre, Goat Island and Mangawhai Heads Beach Resort. 11 modern quality s/c ground level units • Country garden setting • Close to cafes/restaurants • Private hot spa pool & sauna • Complimentary wireless internet • Maps/tourism info available

Established in 2003 Drummers Homestore started out selling high quality NZ made solid timber Furniture. Expanding as time went on to include beautiful homewares, quality kitchenware, gorgeous children’s toys and games. As well as bed linen and a large range of premium beds.

100% family owned, our customers are assured of service from people who do really care!

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Wellsford Golf Club

The friendliest club in the north 1536 State Highway 1, Wellsford

Ph 09 423 8385 Em wgcwellsford@xtra.co.nz

Wellsford Golf Club offers a scenic 18-hole golf course in a rural setting and it might surprise you just how good it is. The clubhouse, which includes a fully stocked bar and on site caterer, is available for hire. A great place for your next corporate event with use of both the golf course and squash courts. We have some of the cheapest green fees in the region –18 holes costs $20 weekdays and $25 on weekends and public holidays; 9 holes is $15. Come and join us today.

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Four Square Wellsford “The Top Shop” 201 Rodney St, Wellsford (park at Gull Station) Ph 09 423 8222

Wellsford-Four-Square Hours 364 days a year, 7am-8pm

For all your holiday grocery needs, stop at the Top Shop in Wellsford where you will find a great range of fresh fruit and veges, seafood and meat. We pride ourselves on our friendly service and reckon we have the best chips in New Zealand!

Keep up-to-date with our regular specials on our Facebook page.

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1833 State Highway 1, Kaiwaka Ph 09 431 2321 Em caltexkaiwaka@gmail.com caltexkaiwaka Hours 7 days, 6am-9pm

Caltex has been fuelling motorists and businesses in New Zealand since 1936, and we know what you need to make your journey better, easier and more memorable. From the Christmas road trip to the daily drive, we believe every journey is worth enjoying – and worth improving – so we never stop finding new ways to do just that. We have cold drinks, snack food and confectionery, party and salt ice, fish bait and a LPG gas bottle-filling service. We look forward to welcoming you.

Twinkle Tow n’ Tyre 1837 State Highway 1, Kaiwaka Ph 09 431 2823, 021 833 960 Em kaiwakahq@outlook.com Hours Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm

Breakdown service and mechanical repairs, tyres and trailer parts. We specialise in batteries to suit all makes and models, including European cars, ride-ons and tractors. We are your one stop shop for all your mechanical needs.

Wellsford Inn 184 Rodney Street, Wellsford, 0900 Ph 09 423 8046 Em info@wellsfordinn.co.nz Web wellsfordinn.co.nz Hours Sun-Wed 12pm-till close, Thurs-Sat 11am-till close

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307 State Highway 1, Te Hana Ph 09 423 8814

GAS TE HANA n JD’ FISH n CHIPS

The recently-renovated GAS Te Hana is 100% Kiwi owned and under new management.

We offer 91 octane, 95 octane and diesel fuel for motor vehicles and trucks up to four metres in height. A pump is available 24/7 and there is plenty of parking for cars and trucks. The station also offers a fast food service including fish ‘n chips, chicken ‘n chips, burgers and curries. Phone ahead and your order will be ready when you arrive.

The Wellsford Inn is the last Hotel in Auckland and the first in Northland – the ideal start to your Northland experience, without the stress of negotiating the chaos of Auckland central.

We are a 50-60 minute drive from the Auckland airport (depending on traffic), so come north and start your holiday in a relaxed family environment.

Our accommodation prices are very reasonable, ranging from $40pp to $110 for our en-suites.

If your looking to rest up, escape from the city or meet up with others, then stop in at the Wellsford Inn and meet our friendly, bubbly staff who can help you with any questions. Our meals give large servings, using great tasting quality ingredients.

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Heritage Timber felling, gum digging, ship building, farming and fruit growing were some of the industries that drew settlers to the Mahurangi district during the 1800s.

Roads were poorly formed and often impassable during winter, so the area depended on the regular shipping services that ran between Mangawhai and Auckland. The boats, many of them scows like the restored Jane Gifford, now berthed alongside the Warkworth Wharf, made regular stops at Leigh, Whangateau, Matakana, Warkworth and Puhoi to transport everything from passengers to produce and livestock.

The settlers’ stories are well told at the area’s numerous museums, many of which are run by the descendants of the pioneering families. Three – Puhoi, Albertland (Wellsford) and Waipu – focus on the settlement schemes that brought families from Bohemia, England and Scotland. The Kauri Museum at Matakohe catalogues the timber industry, as well as early pioneering life (don’t miss the amazing collection of kauri gum), while the Mangawhai Museum collection is largely inspired by stories around its harbour.

Warkworth Museum is located beside Parry Kauri Park, the home of the magnificent McKinney and Simpson kauri trees, the largest trees of their kind on the east coast of NZ. The museum houses an eclectic collection of domestic, farming and industrial memorabilia, as well as well-maintained local archives, ideal for anyone researching their family history.

Mangawhai Museum

Corner Molesworth Drive and Thelma Road, Mangawhai Heads Ph 09 431 4645 MangawhaiMuseum Web mangawhai-museum.org.nz/visit-us Hrs 10am-4pm, Cafe 10am-3pm, every day except Christmas & Boxing Day, Jan 1 & 2, & Good Friday

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Puhoi Heritage Museum Warkworth District Museum Albertland & Districts Museum, next to Wellsford library Mangawhai Museum Waipu Museum The Kauri Museum at Matakohe

Mangawhai Museum celebrates life around the harbour, with stories as diverse as World War II shipwrecks and lost gold bullion to geology at the beach, the plight of the fairy tern and the saving of the harbour entrance. The museum offers a fascinating look at the district’s past and the characters who shaped it. Described by Lonely Planet as, “One of regional New Zealand’s best museums ... packed with interesting displays on the area’s history and environment.” Look for the distinctive roof, shaped like a stingray, and finish the visit at the cafe. The grounds include a developing historic village. Adults $12 • Seniors and Students $6 • Children under 10 $3 • Families $20 (2 adults and up to 4 children) • Generous discounts for arranged groups.

Puhoi Heritage Museum 77 Puhoi Road, Puhoi Ph 09 422 0852 Web puhoiheritagemuseum.co.nz Hours Daily, 12pm-3pm

Warkworth Museum The museum sits at the entrance of the historic Bohemian Village of Puhoi. The Parry Kauri Park, Tudor Collins Drive Em warkworthmuseum@xtra.co.nz collection includes many curiosities from (Off Wilson Road, Warkworth) Summer Open daily, 10am-4pm historic tools and equipment, to household Ph 09 425 7093 Winter Open daily, 10am-3pm items and clothing. There is also an Visit the Warkworth Museum and get a glimpse into the lives and pursuits of our impressive scale model of the village as pioneering families. See displays of memorabilia, photos, clothing, machinery and it was in 1900. Genealogical records and buildings. From Kauri felling to boat building to the Warkworth Jail, there is something archived photographs can be found in the everyone.

Situated inINCLUDE the picturesque Parry Kauri Park, don’t forget to also visit the Records Room.

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3 Church Road, Matakohe Ph 09 431 7417 Em admin@kaurimuseum.com Web www.kau.nz Visit www.kaurimuseum.com for Visit www.kaurimuseum.com for Visit www.kaurimuseum.com for upcoming Visit www.kaurimuseum.com for events upcoming upcoming upcoming events events events Hours 7 days 9am-5pm Email: ltolich@kaurimuseum.com Email: Email: Email: ltolich@kaurimuseum.com ltolich@kaurimuseum.com ltolich@kaurimuseum.com An award-winning museum that tells the story of our pioneering settlers through the lens of the kauri industry. The museum specialises in the legacy of our Kauri Forests; specifically the strong durable timber and the highly prized Kauri Gum. Experience the adventures of our pioneering settlers and appreciate the legacy of our Kauri forests.

Explore our interactive hands on displays • Venture into our historic buildings • Escape into the pages of our history • Get to know the people behind the mannequins and their stories. www.kaurimuseum.com

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Albertland Heritage Centre Library Plaza 15 Port Albert Rd, Wellsford Ph 09 423 8181 Em museum@albertland.co.nz

Web albertland.co.nz Hours Mon-Sat 11am-3pm, Sun 1pm-3pm

In the early 1860’s, William Rawson Brame had a vision to establish a classless, nonconformist society in New Zealand. On May 29, 1862, the first migrant ships, Matilda Wattenbach and Hanover, departed from the London Docks bound for the Albertland Settlement on the Kaipara Harbour. In total, more than 3000 settlers arrived as part of the scheme and many of their descendents still live in the wider Wellsford area. The Albertland Story chronicles the trials and tribulations of this hardy band of pioneers through extensive records, memorabilia, artifacts and other items relating to the Albertland settlement scheme.

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Dreams

154 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto Ph 09 431 9199 Dreams-Maungaturoto Hours Tues-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9.30am-3pm

The Apple Basket

1914 State Highway 1, Kaiwaka Ph 09 431 2443 Em applebasketquilts@xtra.co.nz

Web applebasketquilts.co.nz applebasketquilts Hours Mon-Fri 9am-4pm, Sat 9am-2pm

We specialise in producing original patchwork patterns using beautiful designer fabrics including Kaffe Fassett Collective, Tilda, Tula Pink, Moda, Micheal Miller, RJR Fabrics, NZ Fabrics, Hoffman Bali fabrics, Riley Blake, and many more. We also have a wool/yarn room where you can browse a range of wool brands like Naturally NZ Yarns and Alpaca Yarns. Our classes and sewing get-togethers are very popular. Visitors welcome.

Jaques Four Square

1 Kaiwaka – Mangawhai Road, Kaiwaka Ph 09 431 2227 Hours Mon, Tues, Thur & Fri, 8am-6.30pm, Wed & Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-6pm.

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A warm and inviting store where you can find the perfect gift for anyone, as well as a selection of top quality home wares and gift baskets. There is also a selection of imported antiques that will add an amazing point of difference to any home decor. As a bonus, the store offers a year round luxury gift-wrapping service.

Look for the bright yellow, upside down wet weather pants, in the town’s main street.

Jaques is a family owned and run store that has become a Northland institution – 96 years of serving the district’s grocery needs.

It is the perfect place to shop for all your holiday needs, from beer and wine to fresh produce, bakery items, gas bottle swap, ice, bait and Lotto. We even have an electric vehicle charging station. Jaques is the place to stop and shop, with friendly staff, loads of parking and weekly specials.

GATUROTO M A UN 2ND HAND BUYERS & SELLERS OF QUALITY SECOND HAND GOODS

Maungaturoto 2nd Hand

30 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto, 0520 Ph 09 431 8440

Maungaturoto-Second-Hand Hours Mon-Sat 9am-5pm

Maungaturoto 2nd Hand is a local business in the heart of Maungaturoto. Buyers and sellers of quality second hand goods.

Here at Maungaturoto 2nd Hand we have second hand furniture, books, toys, clothing, antiques and collectables, bedding, linen, kitchenware, vintage, gifts and a whole lot more.

We source our stock from all over New Zealand and find some interesting old relics as well as new trendy items! We have a large eclectic warehouse to browse Locally roasted Supreme coffee, hot chocolate, tea and iced coffees available now!

Maungaturoto Historic Inn

35 Hurndall Street, Maungaturoto (just 7km off State Highway 1) Ph 09 431 8006 Em maungihotel@gmail.com Established in 1902, this magnificent old wooden hotel is under new ownership. As well as a character-filled bar and restaurant, it offers a function room and a range of affordable accommodation options from single, twin and family rooms to overnight parking for campervans. Backpackers are also welcome. The rooms are clean and the meals homecooked. The hotel’s friendly staff look forward to welcoming you and a courtesy vehicle is available if required.

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Mangawhai • Te Arai • Waipu There is something about the beach culture and a proliferation of recreational activities that makes every day feel like a holiday in Mangawhai. And this extends along the stunning coastal strip heading north to Langs Beach and Waipu.

The number of residents in Mangawhai is normally around 3700, but this can double at peak holiday times. The town’s population is expected to grow by 1160 over the next 10 years to reach a population close to 5000 by 2028, according to Kaipara District Council.

The two main communities in Mangawhai, based around The Village and The Heads, both have a good range of shops to meet basic needs and satisfy anyone seeking some retail therapy. The area has a particularly strong artistic community with regular exhibitions, studio tours and events. Check out their website to find out more (mangawhaiartists. co.nz). For a better understanding of the area’s history, geology and environment, there’s no better place to start than the Mangawhai Museum, just over the causeway on Molesworth Drive.

The main highway north once went through Waipu, but today the town moves at a more relaxed pace. The artisan market in Coronation Hall (held on the second Sunday of the month) is well worth a visit. There are Highland Games every New Year’s Day, complete with hammer throwing, caber tossing, Highland country dancing, and bagpipe, fiddling and drumming championships. A short drive into the hills behind the town takes you to the Waipu Caves, home to a significant population of glow-worms.

Te Arai, a short drive south of Mangawhai, was once a secluded destination for surfers and campers. More recently, it has become the site of a controversial luxury housing development, which includes a world-class golf course, Tara Iti. The Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway Mangawhai Activity Zone, on Molesworth Drive Piroa Falls, in the Waipu Gorge Scenic Reserve The Waipu Highland Games

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Mangawhai Heads Holiday Park 2 Mangawhai Heads Road, Mangawhai 0505 Em stay@mangawhaiheadsholidaypark.co.nz Web mangawhaiheadsholidaypark.co.nz

Ph 09 431 4675 Office hours 8am-8pm

Our holiday park offers a peaceful, relaxing holiday on a pristine white sandy beach; a water lover’s paradise with safe swimming, kayaking, windsurfing and water skiing in the harbour, or a five-minute walk to a fabulous surf beach. Choose from our absolute beach front sites or one of our nicely appointed self contained cabins. There are excellent fishing/diving opportunities, with a first class boat ramp adjacent to the camp, as well as a number of scenic walks. Shops & cafes are nearby, and a lively Saturday market offers a wide range of fabulous foods, product and craft.

Mangawhai Chalets 252 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads Ph 09 431 5029 or 029 473 1071 Em info@mangawhaichalets.co.nz Mangawhai Chalets Web mangawhaichalets.co.nz

MANGAWHAI CHALETS

Mangawhai Heads is a 90-minute drive north of Auckland. Our accommodation offers three beautiful chalets, each with its own bathroom, toilet and tea/coffee making facilities. Guests have access to a shared entertaining area with awning, BBQ, tables, kitchen and fridge and freezer – we call it ‘The Clubhouse’. There is free wifi, private parking and freeview TV for everyone to enjoy!

The chalets are close to all the local attractions – a five-minute walk to the estuary beach, a five-minute drive to the surf beach and directly opposite the golf course. There is a shopping centre, cafes and restaurants just down the road.

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Café De Mairis Ltd

142 Hurndall St, Maungaturoto, Northland Ph 09 431 9004 cafedemairis/ Hrs Mon-Fri 6am-4pm, Sat & Sun 7am-3pm

Highway Cafe

Corner State Highways 1 & 12, Brynderwyn Hours Daily, 8am-4pm A great place for people doing a long drive between Auckland and Northland to stop for a drink and a bite. The cafe serves cabinet food and cooked meals such as steak, chicken and burgers, all prepared on site. The portions are generous – you won’t leave hungry. Our food is not expensive and we give all Gold Card holders 25 per cent off to make it even more affordable for pensioners to eat out. Our cafe has a motor theme, with car parts displayed around the interior, and our coffee is second-to-none. Bikers, car enthusiasts, holidaymakers and travellers are all very welcome.

McLeod’s Pizza Barn & Brewery

2 Cove Road, Waipu Ph 09 432 1011 Em clayton@mcleodsbrewery.co.nz mcleodsbrewery Web mcleodsbrewery.co.nz Hours mid-Dec to mid-Jan open 7 days, 11.30am9pm, otherwise Wed-Sun, 11.30am-9pm 38 | Destination 2018

Cafe De Mairis is the place to go if you are looking for something fresh and homemade. All pies, including the popular lamb and mint, are made on the premises, as well as the baking, with cheesecakes and eccles being firm cafe favourites.The cafe serves locally-blended Rush Coffee and portions are guaranteed to satisfy.

“Food like Grandma used to make.”

The McLeod’s Pizza Barn, in the heart of Waipu, is a family friendly restaurant in a casual environment, specialising in gourmet pizzas and classic pub grub. Serving all the tasty, award winning McLeod’s Beers fresh from the on-site brewery and its library stock of cellar beers. McLeod’s Brewery has built a reputation for one simple thing: making good beer. Whether it’s an unfiltered IPA from our 802 Series, core range Paradise Pale Ale or Smugglers Bay Black Rye Sour, whatever the beer, whatever the style, you can be sure it’s delicious. Grab a bottle or pint and taste for yourself.

Winner of 13 medals (including three Golds) at the 2018 Brewers’ Guild of New Zealand Awards.

Top Catch Mangawhai

8 Wood Street, Mangawhai Heads Ph 09 431 5285 Em mangawhai@topcatch.co.nz Web topcatch.co.nz topcatchmangawhai Mon-Thurs 7am-5.30pm, Fri 7am-6pm, Sat 6am-6pm, Sun 6am-4.30pm.

The place to go for dive bottle fills, all your ice, tackle and bait supplies, and plenty of good local advice on the local fishing grounds. Come in and browse through the shop for all your fishing needs and ‘like’ us on Facebook to get the latest fishing updates. Proud supporters of the Mangawhai Boating and Fishing Club.

Waipu Liquor Centre

Mangawhai Tyres

194 Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads Ph 09 431 5656 MangawhaiTyres Hours Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-12 noon Come in and see our friendly staff for all your tyre needs. We can do computerised wheel alignment, rotations and balancing, and puncture repairs. We also offer an on and off site vehicle service, and batteries. Customer Care is our number one priority.

15 The Centre, Waipu, Northland Ph 09 432 0225 Em shopwol@gmail.com Web liquor-centre.co.nz/store/waipu-liquor-centre WaipuLiquorCentre Hours Mon-Thurs 10.30am-7pm Fri & Sat 10.30am-8pm, Sun 11am-6.30pm

We are a specialist retailer of alcoholic beverages in the Bream Bay area. We stock beer, wine, premix drinks and spirits, and we have a great range of specialty wines and malt whisky to suit the Scottish heritage of the area.

The Waipu Liquor shop has been in our family for over 21 years. Our liquor store is bright, clean, well stocked and, of course, we have friendly and knowledgeable staff so our customers have a pleasant shopping experience.

When you are fed up with the ordinary – come and see us. And don’t forget to keep an eye on our Facebook page so you don’t miss our monthly specials.

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Warkworth Car & Truck Rentals 41 Woodcocks Road, Warkworth Ph 09 425 7599 or 0274 836 660 Em garyandsharonb@xtra.co.nz

Warkworth Car & Truck

Rentals

3 moving trucks available from $85 p/day + 48¢ p/km. Drive on a car licence. Cars from $30 per day – conditions apply. Cars for sale & imported cars. Also to order. Trade ins welcome (LMV Dealer) Cojac Rental Cars Ltd. LTNZ C/Number 278280-799. Med Trader #113944.

Beaurepaires Warkworth 14 Mill Lane, Warkworth Ph 09 425 8661 Hrs Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8.30am-12pm

Orewa Car Rentals 192 Centreway Road, Orewa Ph 0800 405 635 (24hrs) Em orewacar@xtra.co.nz

Hours Mon-Fri 7am-5.30pm, Sat 8am1pm. Outside these hours, please ring our after hours number before 10pm.

Whether you are renting a vehicle for business or pleasure Orewa Rentals has the complete car rental service to suit your needs. We have a modern fleet of 5 or 4 star rated vehicles, ranging from four-door hatches and station wagons up to seven and 12-seaters. They all have CD, air conditioning, power steering and airbags. Insurance is included. Drop off and pick-up is in Orewa so we offer the convenience of a subsidised transfer to and from Auckland airports for just $90pp. Our prices are competitive so give us a call to find out more.

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We are a family owned and operated business that stocks a full range of tyres for cars, 4×4 and SUV, as well as mag wheels and car batteries. Our services include wheel alignments, engine oil, puncture repairs and wheel balancing.

Shock Shop Authorised Agent. All suspension repairs and wheel alignment carried out by Qualified Technicians. We also provide services for businesses – credit terms, discounted corporate rates, monthly reporting, onsite fleet checks and personal account management.

Beaurepaires Warkworth is the 2018 Goodyear Tyres Consumer Retailer Independent Dealer of the Year for selling the most car and SUV tyres in NZ.

Here to help

Medical, fire, police or search and rescue emergency, call 111

MEDICAL CENTRES

ANIMAL EMERGENCIES

Coast to Coast Health Care, Rodney Street, Wellsford 09 423 8086 (also has clinics in Snells Beach, Matakana, Mangawhai, Maungaturoto and Paparoa, plus a 24/7 after hours emergency service on 09 423 8086)

Warkworth Vets, Neville Street, Warkworth 09 425 8244

Warkworth Medical Centre, Alnwick Street, Warkworth 09 425 1199

Native wildlife, DOC 0800 362468

Kowhai Medical Centre, Percy Street, Warkworth 09 425 7358 Waipu Medical Centre, Nova Scotia Drive, Waipu 09 432 1190 Healthline (free government health advice and info) 0800 611 116 National Poisons Centre 0800 764 766 BOATING OR MARINE EMERGENCY Coastguard use Channel 16, call *500 from your mobile or 09 303 1303

Ross Lynch Vet Farm & Pet Clinic, Elizabeth St, Warkworth 09 425 8793 Coast to Coast Vets, School Road, Wellsford 09 423 7048 Illegal fishing activity, report to 0800 4 POACHER (0800 47 62 24) VEHICLE BREAKDOWNS Warkworth Towing & Salvage, Whitaker Road, Warkworth 0800 BREAKDOWN (0800 218964)

Matakana Valley Road (cinema foyer), 09 422 7433 matakanainfo.org.nz Mangawhai Information Centre, Molesworth Drive, Mangawhai Heads 09 431 5090 BANKING Banks are located in Warkworth and Wellsford and open from 9am4.30pm, Monday to Friday.

INTERNET Many visitor venues offer wifi access; also available at public libraries

TOURIST INFORMATION Warkworth i-SITE, 1 Baxter Street, Warkworth 09 425 9081 matakanacoast.co.nz Matakana Information Centre, 2

For a full range of family medical care, including A&M services in an integrated system 24 hours a day, across our region, including public holidays

For further information and new enrolments, please contact any of our clinics Snells Beach Mangawhai 145 Mahurangi East Road 4 Fagan Place 09 425 6666 Open 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday 09 431 4128 Open 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday Matakana 74 Matakana Valley Road 09 422 7737 Open 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

WELLSFORD

09 423 8086 Open 8am-8pm, Daily

Maungaturoto/Paparoa 138 Hurndall Street 09 431 8576 Open 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday

WELLSFORD AFTER HOURS

Phone 09 423 8086 for 24/7 urgent doctor service, 8pm-8am.

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Directory of advertisers ACCOMMODATION

Kauriglen Lodge...................................6 Walton Park Motel................................ 7 Warkworth Lodge & Tours..................9 Sandspit Holiday Park....................... 16 Snells Beach Motel.............................17 Martins Bay Holiday Park..................17 Matakana Motel................................. 20 Beetopia.............................................. 24 Castle Court Motel............................ 29 Wellsford Inn.........................................31 Mangawhai Heads Holiday Park....37 Mangawhai Chalets...........................37

ART & CRAFT

Kleur Gallery & Makerspace............ 10 Sarah C.........................................11 & 37 Great Summer Art Exhibition........... 15 Sculptureum............................. 22 & 23 Matakana Craft Shop........................ 24 mARTakana......................................... 26 Brick Bay ..............................................43

FOOD, BEER & WINE

Puhoi Pub & Stables............................5 Puhoi Valley Cafe.................................5 The Honey Centre...............................6 McDonalds, Warkworth/Wellsford.... 7 Puhoi Cottage Tearoom...................... 7 Warkworth Butchery............................9 Wharf Street Bistro............................. 10 Fresh Cafe............................................ 10 Cafe Q.................................................... 11 Blue’s BBQ............................................ 11 Warkworth & Districts RSA................ 11 The Red House Bar & Restaurant.. 12 Ginger Cafe...........................................13 Chocolate Brown ................................13 Little & Local – Coffee Kitchen....... 15 Parsley Pot Cafe................................. 15 Mansion House Cafe......................... 16 Cafe Sandspit...................................... 16 Matakana Winegrowers.................... 19 Matakana Village Butchery............. 20 Omaha Beach Superette.................. 21 Charlies Gelato................................... 21 Gala Berry............................................ 24 The Stables Restaurant & Bar........ 25 Leigh Sawmill Cafe............................27 Four Square Wellsford (Top Shop).30 Jaques Four Square..........................34 Maungaturoto Historic Inn.............. 35

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Thirsty Tui Paparoa Hotel................ 35 Cafe De Mairis.................................... 38 Highway Cafe..................................... 38 McLeods Pizza Barn & Brewery.... 38 Waipu Liquor Centre........................ 39 Plume................................................ Back

RECREATION & EVENTS

Puhoi River Canoe Hire...................... 7 Warkworth Golf Club..........................13 Kawau Cruises.................................... 16 Matakana River Cruises................... 20 Omaha Beach Golf Club................... 21 Goat Island Dive & Snorkel.............. 21 Pakiri Beach Horse Rides................ 26 Ti Point Reptile Park..........................27 Goat Island Marine Discovery.........27 Wellsford Golf Club........................... 30 Mangawhai Museum........................ 32 Warkworth Museum...........................33 Albertland Heritage Centre.............33 Puhoi Heritage Museum...................33 The Kauri Museum.............................33 Top Catch Mangawhai..................... 39 Matakana Cinemas............................43

RETAIL

Slow Water Trading Post....................6 Warkworth Menswear.........................9 This Little Shop.................................... 11 Crystal Waters..................................... 12 Maple Store.......................................... 12 F.B Warren – The Jeweller............... 12 River Nile Linens................................ 20 Drummers Home Store.................... 29 Dreams..................................................34 The Apple Basket...............................34 Maungaturoto 2nd hand................. 35 SERVICES Edmonds & Mason Panelbeaters... 10 Saundarya Spa.....................................17 Leigh Motors....................................... 26 Bright Laundry.................................... 29 Caltex Kaiwaka................................... 30 G.A.S Te Hana......................................31 Twinkle Tow & Tyre.............................31 Mangawhai Tyres.............................. 39 Warkworth Car & Truck Rentals..... 40 Beaurepaires Warkworth................. 40 Orewa Car Rentals............................ 40 Coast to Coast Health Care..............41

Markets Puhoi Farmers Market Local produce and preserves, arts & crafts, live music. Puhoi Sports Ground, last Sunday of the month, 9am-1pm Warkworth Museum Summer Market Crafts, plants, produce & secondhand goods. Old Masonic Hall, Baxter Street, first Saturday of the month, 8am-1pm Matakana Village Farmers Market Artisan produce, homemade food, local wine & entertainment. Matakana Village, Saturday 8am-1pm Matakana Market Arts, crafts, clothing & collectables.

The Old Dairy Factory, Matakana, Saturday 8am-2pm Matakana Weekend Market Produce, plants, collectables, craft, flax weaving and more. Matakana Hall, Saturday 9am-2pm on advertised dates FB: Matakanaweekendmarket Kaukapakapa Market, SH16 Great atmosphere and quality stalls with everything from handmade crafts to pre-loved goods. Kaukapakapa Village, third Sunday of the month, 8.30am onwards Mangawhai Village Market Produce, art, food wines & olive oil.

Village Hall, Moir Street, Saturday 9am-1pm Mangawhai Beach & Country Market Craft, clothing, food trucks, car boot sales, produce & live music.

Mangawhai Domain, Sunday from 9am-1pm on advertised dates. FB: Mangawhai Beach & Country Market Mangawhai Tavern Market Produce, art, crafts, clothing, flowers and food trucks, 2 Moir Street, Saturday 8am-12.30pm.

Waipu Boutique Sunday Market Arts, crafts, produce & preserves.

Coronation Hall, second Sunday of the month, 9am-1pm Maungaturoto Markets Fresh local produce, arts, crafts & more.

Maungaturoto Centennial Hall, first Friday of the month, 3.30-6.30pm Paparoa Farmers Market Fresh produce, fish, honey, free range eggs, sourdough, cheese, plants, soap, baked goods & plants. Town centre, 9am-12noon.

Explore the Sculpture Trail.

Experience our boutique wines.

Explore the Sculpture Trail.

Enjoy relaxed all daywines. dining in Experience our boutique Enjoy relaxed all day dining in The Glass House Kitchen.

The Glass House Kitchen.

Open daily 10am-5pm

Open daily 10am-5pm Arabella Lane, Snells Arabella Lane, Snells BeachBeach 09 4254690 brickbay.co.nz 09 4254690 brickbay.co.nz

Matakana Cinemas (2018 Flicks ‘Best Auckland Cinema’) is the vibrant heart of the community, enlivening local culture since 2007 with discerning art-house, blockbuster and family films & outstanding hospitality.

We can’t wait to entertain you this summer!

2 Matakana Valley Rd | 09 422 9833 MatakanaCinemas.co.nz

Explore stylish boutiques and galleries.

Experience eateries & artisan food. Enjoy the famous Matakana Village Farmers’ Market Open seven days (Farmers Market Saturday only, 8am-1pm) A visit to Matakana comes with memories to treasure. www.matakanavillage.co.nz

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Experience the magic of Matakana, stay at one of our luxurious new Plume Villas and enjoy the superb food and fine wine at Plume Restaurant.

Country life starts here.

A one-hour scenic drive north of Auckland and 5 minutes from Matakana township you will find Plume Restaurant, an oasis for gourmet travellers in a coastal country setting.

Recognised for its superb cuisine,and as the cellar door for Runner Duck Estate Vineyard’s fine wines, Plume Restaurant has gained quite a reputation.

Now, 12 new luxury Plume Villas, ranging from 1-3 bedrooms, have been added within the grounds. These all share a swimming pool and are within a relaxed stroll of the restaurant. No matter the season or the length of your stay, you will find Plume Villas a comfortable place to base yourself while enjoying the many delights nearby, including the fabulous food and wine showcased at Plume Restaurant.

Already boasting a private light-filled function room, Plume Restaurant has just become the perfect venue for weddings, conferences, meetings and private events set within a peaceful country location.

www.theplumecollection.co.nz

37 Sharp Road, Matakana 09 283 3630

49A Sharp Road, Matakana 09 422 7915

1335 Leigh Road, Matakana Cellar door, Plume Restaurant 09 422 7915 09 423 0390

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