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People & Happenings | Puhoi to waipu

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managing director/Publisher Bianca Howlett +64 21 117 2833 bianca@junctionmag.co.nz Editor Kathy Hunter +64 21 103 0526 kathy@junctionmag.co.nz Advertising & styling Sophie Carew +64 21 028 393 44 sophie@junctionmag.co.nz distribution Clinton Howlett +64 21 024 04015 clinton@junctionmag.co.nz Graphic Design https://github.com/konsav/social-icons https://github.com/konsav/social-icons Tracey Stimpson | design@junctionmag.co.nz Teina Smith general enquiries hi@junctionmag.co.nz | ads@junctionmag.co.nz Contributors Cath Lewis, Sophie Barclay, Kaye Mueller, Kirsty Millar, Louise M Photography, Josie Gritten Photography, Brijano Cato Photography, Kim Hewitt, Diana Langton Front Cover: Photo Credit: Josie Gritten Photography Styled by: Sophie Carew; Models: Lucy Howlett and Elizabeth Grace; Clothing and accessories: Little Collective; Location: Te Arai Beach Printed by inkwise nz Published by Junction Media Ltd 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.

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our people: There are a number of us in the Junction family, all locals.

We thought we’d tell you a little about each of us every month.

SPOTLIGHT Building an Empire................................................................................................................4 PROFILE Hayden Tee............................................................................................................................6 NEW & NOTED......................................................................................................................8 FEATURE Three Decades of Brick Bay................................................................................................ 10 covetables Summer Essentials.. ............................................................................................................ 14 Malola Swimwear.. .............................................................................................................. 15 FEATURE Tiny Adventures at Te Arai.................................................................................................. 18 Trinity Swimwear................................................................................................................22 Kids Activities.....................................................................................................................23 School Holidays. . ................................................................................................................ 24 Mangawhai Activity Zone (MAZ).. .......................................................................................26 DESIGN The Big House at Brick Bay................................................................................................ 28 Local Look Book................................................................................................................. 33 savour Local Platters..................................................................................................................... 34 Tuck Shop........................................................................................................................... 38 The Sandbar Eatery. . .......................................................................................................... 40 The Cow Shed.................................................................................................................... 42 discover Warkworth in Watercolour................................................................................................ 43 cherish Mastercrafts: The Knitting Truck....................................................................................... 46 Warkworth Town Hall........................................................................................................ 48 art Creative Matakana.............................................................................................................. 51 Elizabeth McClure...............................................................................................................52 review Summer Books....................................................................................................................55 happenings New Year’s Eve................................................................................................................... 56 Summer Events.................................................................................................................. 58 Puhoi Wood Chopping . . ...................................................................................................... 59 Sustainable Sophie . . ........................................................................................................... 59 A&P Show.. .......................................................................................................................... 61 Bowl Jam Mangawhai.........................................................................................................62 The Winery Tour................................................................................................................. 63 Music in the Gardens – Kawau.......................................................................................... 64 Mangawhai Walking Weekend . . ......................................................................................... 65 GIG GUIDE..........................................................................................................................67

kaye mueller Like many Kiwis, Kaye Mueller has tackled many different jobs, from teaching to bungee operator, personnel consulting to Greenpeace activist, flight attendant to organising car launches. For the last 20 years she’s translated press releases, books and magazines for blue-chip German companies.

After decades of living in Aussie, England and Germany, she’s now delighted to be living in Leigh with her husband Wilfried and their two Germo-Kiwi kids.

The silver-haired Kiwi can often be spotted swimming in Whangateau Harbour, “wogging” (walk-jogging) along Omaha Beach in the early mornings, or enjoying a pint of Crystal at her favourite watering hole, the Sawmill Brewery.

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The Dune is Mangawhai’s latest restaurant brag - offering a smartcasual Kiwi BBQ experience with all the swag of an inner city address, less the pomp or pretence. Behind this masterpiece are three unassuming blokes with distinct roles to play and colourful stories to share. Mangawhai might be home to their latest creation, but there’s also The Cove in Waipu and The Quay in Whangarei. This is a big business. To put it into perspective, at any given time you will find up to a dozen chefs in each kitchen. The owners rent eight local properties to accommodate staff, and advertising for new recruits never stops.

Their own farm, Highgate Hill, supplies beef and the fresh stuff comes from The Vege Shack (more on that later). Behind the establishments are Lloyd Rooney and his partner Mike Fraser, plus Executive Chef, Craig Estick. To say they manage restaurants is a gross disservice. Restless entrepreneurs, with more projects in the pipeline is more like it.

English-born, Lloyd is the epitome of a hospitality front man. His energy is crazy, his intellect and wit - next level. Keeping pace with his chat is tricky; it moves fast and has that Brighton dialect. Hospitality is his big love, but throw in a background in law, global interior design businesses, restaurant ownership, and now a published book – it’s a sizable life story so far. Why Northland? Lloyd feels this is an under-rated area, full of exciting growth, opportunity, and vibrant people. The beaches are what draw people in and he believes good hospitality should rub shoulders with stunning coastline.

While Lloyd is the overall facilitator, he calls Executive Chef, Craig, the ‘Mary Poppins’ of their brand, “Craig is the lifeblood of our business.

He will breeze in with his latest concept; tell the staff how it is and place robust systems behind everything. He’ll then train the hell out of everyone and bugger off when satisfied.” He has utter faith in Craig and credits the success of each restaurant to his innovative menus.

While front of house and food are sorted, essentially everything starts with Mike. Getting things to the plate is not just a happy accident; Mike wears the food production hat and runs their latest baby, The Vege Shack, based in Maungakaramea. All those leafy goodies in your mojito and greens on your plate are thanks to the success of The Vege Shack – ‘Sown & Grown in Northland’s Own.’ How good is that by-line! Soon you’ll also find a pop-up Vege Shack at The Cove on Saturdays.

Mike (left) with Lloyd outside The Cove, Waipu.

Small towns can be harsh critics; rub one local up the wrong way and the Facebook pages will pounce. The Dune is relaxed, yet aware of this.

Lloyd’s brief to staff is the same across all three establishments; “It’s simple: hand-on-heart, do your very best on any given day – bugger a dress code, everyone is welcome and they can sit where they like.

If we do these basics right, we’ll be fine. The other important thing is supporting locals. Wherever possible we’ll put money back into the community.”

How is everything juggled? Good staff is critical and Lloyd’s vision is to build an attractive brand, a place where people want to work. He will always overstaff his venues and move people around, keeping

Outside The Dune, Mangawhai. Credit: Diana Langton

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them invigorated. Complementing a great team is beautiful interior design. Lloyd has enjoyed tapping into this scene again; he formerly owned design stores ‘RevelLloyd’ in London, with Craig Revel Horwood (Dancing with the Stars judge, Celebrity Chef). Controlling light to best effect and making the space welcome is the vision behind The Dune’s decor.

About now Lloyd recounts a delightful story of working for Stoll-Moss (London’s leading theatre empire) as a young lad. On one particular occasion, his only task was to open the door for Her Majesty the Queen.

Suited and booted in his red coat and a nervous blood nose later, he was ready. But Prince Phillip reached that door first and beat him to the chase – a rather awkward moment! How did we even land here? Lloyd’s mind is zippy – it doesn’t rest. Next a memory is shared of an awful design project for Kevin Spacey’s apartment…

You get the picture - the history is gritty, the stories fabulous. Even as the ink dries, the crew have two more restaurants smouldering away with 2017 launch dates. This really is a tale of daring to dream and having the gumption to go for it. www.facebook.com/TheDuneMangawhai

Hot off the Press: The Dune came in at No. 3 for the NZ Herald’s ‘Five Destination Restaurants’ to visit over summer.

Hot off the Grill: The Quay to The Cove is the new cookbook for summer - a fantastic celebration of Lloyd Rooney’s life, with the incredible culinary talent of Craig Estick and musings of NZ writer, Lindy Davis. Sold online or at all leading bookstores.

Top: A selection of Craig Estick’s dishes fromthe cookbook.

Above: The new bar at The Dune in Mangawhai. Credit: Diana Langton.

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playing the second lead, Javert, in Les Miserables. Junction caught up with him in Waipu, home for Christmas.

What’s your best memory about growing up where you did?

I didn't realise how lucky I was until I left really. I love the waterfalls at Waipu gorge [Piroa Falls] – I actually visualise them as my ‘safe place’ when meditating. I try to visit them whenever I am home.

How and when did you start becoming aware that you could sing?

I was very shy as a child. My grandmother took me to see a show at the local amateur theatre company to increase my confidence. A friend at high school was in the theatre company so I decided to give it a go. I didn't really know I could sing until I auditioned to be honest.

How did it develop?

I was drawn to musicals because of the way the characters have to be pushed to such a heightened state of emotion that speaking is no longer enough – the only thing to do is burst into song. That intense emotion and escapism really appealed to me. Performance was not exactly the cool thing to do at school but I never felt harassed by my peers. I'm sure they thought I was a bit weird and I did feel different, but that wasn't necessarily due to performing. It wasn't till later in life that I realised that ‘different’ just means ‘unique’ – which we all are. I just knew I had to do ‘me’.

Who were you most influenced by musically as a teenager?

Frank Sinatra, Elaine Paige, Darrel Lovegrove, Anthony Warlow... see, I was always a little different, ha!

How much of your success do you owe to your mentors in NZ? I trained with Joan Kennaway in Whangarei and owe her so much of my confidence, passion, work ethic, drive – and love. She not only taught me solid singing technique and stage presence but to have the confidence to be true to myself.

Hayden in character as Javert. Credit: Ellis Parrinder.

First big break?

Growing up in Maungaturoto in the early eighties, Hayden Tee admits he was ‘not your typical rural Kiwi boy’. You couldn’t get a more rural upbringing: on his mum Debbie’s side he’s the fourth generation of the Brooks Motors family who have run buses for 80 years out of the small town west of the Brynderwyns. Funding from them helped to build the Otamatea Repertory Theatre where, years later, the young Hayden first hit the stage.

After my final year of high school, I went to do a one-week holiday course at NIDA drama school in Sydney. I knew that Kate Blanchett, Mel Gibson and Toni Collett had been there. It was my first time abroad and I was alone and terrified, but at the end of that week the tutors asked me to come back and audition for the musical theatre course. Three weeks later I moved to Sydney to study full time.

Lachie McLean, director of the theatre at the time (now well-known director of the Waipu Pageant and many other shows), remembers him well. “Even as a kid, whenever the stage door was open at the theatre, Hayden was there – he just wanted to be part of everything in any way he could.” Lachie also remembers the look that he and legendary voice coach Joan Kennaway QSM exchanged when Hayden sang at his first proper audition. “It was a big voice all right… we knew he’d go far.”

Winning the New York award at the Sydney Cabaret. The prize was to go and perform in New York City (which I now call home). I knew as soon as I walked down Broadway and saw all the theatres that to be there was the dream.

Fast forward a couple of decades or so, and Hayden has just finished performing on Broadway and in the brand-new Dubai Opera House,

Have you been inspired by others who have played Javert?

When was your first big overseas break?

What’s your weekly regime, practice-wise?

Once a show is up and running it becomes mostly about staying healthy. The main thing is to rest my vocal chords so I can perform eight shows a week.

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Above: Dubai Opera House. Credit: Opera Dubai. Right: Australian Production 2014 - Simon Gleeson, Hayden Tee. Credit: Matt Murphy. Below: Hayden at the Christmas at the Waipu Christmas carols.

for me, starting the role there was daunting at first. But I always like to pretend that I’m the first person to play the role so returning to the source is essential – in this case the novel by Victor Hugo. When I finish my Javert journey next April I will have realised my dream to play the role in Australia, Broadway and the West End, and have added Dubai as well, which is all I could personally hope for.

What’s the opera house in Dubai like?

Amazing – the pictures say it all! I am in awe every day. The seats, for example, are made by Ferrari. It’s out of this world. We’re the first musical to play here which is a huge honor.

Does it feel just a bit surreal at times performing there as the boy from Maungaturoto?

Walking the streets of Broadway, the West End or Dubai I’ll often suddenly realise where I am and where I’ve come from. It can be overwhelming at times. When I first saw my picture and name up outside the theatre on Broadway I couldn't breathe.

What’s next for you?

I’ll be heading to London soon to do one more season of Javert in the West End, then in May I’m off to Sydney to play the roles of Lea Sonia/ Lana in the musical ‘Only Heaven Knows’. I knew after three years of Javert I wanted something completely different, so when offered the role of a comic female impersonator from the famous Tivoli stage of the 1930s I thought to myself – well, I can't get much further away from Javert than that – sure, I'd love to! Ha!

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.

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Omaharian Upkeep – a full-spectrum property maintenance service, gardens, windows and house cleaning, making certain that your slice of Omaha is kept in pristine condition without you breaking a sweat.

Omaharian Concierge – ensures your home or holiday life is stress free – they’ll look after domestic goddess cleaning, grocery shopping, fresh flowers, property checks, running errands, organising contractors and much more.

The Omaharian Passenger Service (T: 021 0265 4858) is ideal for getting around: markets, weddings, wine and food festivals, winery tours and the like. Our Saturday markets service will have frequent trips over summer.

Look out for their signs.

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Lush gardens, tranquility and bird song are in abundance at the new location of Oasis Studio in Point Wells. Melanie Eade, owner and operator started her business as Urban Oasis in Auckland City 13 years ago.

beEternal is a boutique, premium line of skin care products containing bee venom and Manuka honey. This labour of love takes place in the heart of the Matakana village by partners, Diane Breen and Debbie and Paul Hodder. These luxurious creams are made with predominantly organic ingredients, essential oils and homeopathics along with the key ingredients of bee venom and Manuka honey.

While these exclusive products would fall into the “anti-aging” category of skin care and are extremely effective, the philosophy of these Partners-in-Cream is not “anti-aging”, but feeling good and looking great while doing it.

Siobhan Pearson is the new girl on the block in Matakana Village, taking over the Revival space with Kiera May Boutique (the name is an amalgamation of her own middle name and her grandmother’s).

Her casual-to-fabulous clothes will encompass ranges for men, women and kids and the 25-yearold is super-excited about her new venture. She’ll be stocking Elwood, Sass, Levis, Cooper St, Mavi, Human shoes, Quay sunglasses and much more.

Siobhan and her partner have a dairy farm in Wayby Valley and although she enjoyed working on the farm, she’s enjoying Kiera May Boutique just that little bit more…

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Moving to the area and relocating Oasis Studio has meant the business has evolved and changed.

Its new location at Bali Garden on Point Wells Road means dedicated spaces for yoga, massage and beauty therapies. There is a designated room for Thai massage - a response to how sought after this treatment has become. Melanie and her staff look forward to welcoming clients and yoga students in this perfect location.

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A small, important part of every day that just works perfectly - because there’s love in every cup!

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new & noted OOB ORCHARD Join holidaymakers and locals at the OOB orchard in Omaha to experience the real taste of a Kiwi summer. Enjoy an incredibly fresh berry blend or indulge in a delicious organic ice cream from the selection available at the orchard shop. There are flavours to please the whole family. Or you can simply buy a few take-home punnets of fresh organic blueberries – picked straight from the orchard.

It’s a great place to bring the kids on a hot afternoon for an ice cream, or to put your feet up with a chilled blueberry juice under the orchard trees – the ultimate chill-out spot!

If you’re pedalling the Matakana to Omaha cycleway, the orchard shop is between Matakana and Omaha Beach or Point Wells.

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Top Secret Furniture has arrived in Warkworth, taking over Dick Smith’s spacious premises.

Founded as a pop-up in 2009, this funky indoor and outdoor furniture store has always focused on sourcing quality goods at a very attractive prices. Their summer range is all about fabulous European-styled outdoor design but expands in autumn to include quality mid-century replicas, gorgeous leather and exceptional antique furniture and lighting. With stores in Westgate, Mt Wellington, Hamilton and now Warkworth, Top Secret freights to all parts of NZ and the Pacific.

Open every day 9am - 5pm, with some great promotions available now!

A passion for collecting and an eye for the unique led Marie Claydon and Bernadette Hogg to open Quail Farm Collectables in Omaha. Marie and her parents have been growing and selling vegetables, plants and flowers from a stall on the property for over 16 years. Bernadette is a food writer and stylist for New Zealand House and Garden Magazine with over 25 years in the industry, so the sourcing and collecting of interesting props has become second nature to her. Combining their talents for collecting, growing and styling ensures that their stock is constantly changing and there’s always something for everyone.

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The Artisan Brown Hair Design team has been super-busy since moving into new premises earlier this year. Karin and Jason Tomey have been building on their previous reputation (Karin had a salon in Notting Hill, London for ten years) and introduced some new angles with an English polish. Now that the funky new space is running beautifully, Jason is putting some energy towards his own speciality: barber services, including buzzcuts, fades, hot towel razor shaves and the full Executive Service. The salon has always been a deliciously pampering service for women – now men can have their own Artisan Brown experience! www.artisanbrownhd.co.nz FB: Artisan Brown Hair Design | T: 09 425 7174

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Early in December the Didsburys threw a party. They were celebrating thirty years of shared stewardship of what was, in 1986, a raw chunk of land and is now lush with grapevines, regenerating native bush, productive orchards and gardens. Studding the landscape, making it more than just a farm, is exceptional art and architecture. And all the people at the party – around a hundred – were instrumental in helping to accomplish this metamorphosis.

Richard Didsbury is enthusiastic about the strong feeling of ownership many of these friends and family members have for Brick Bay. “Kids grew up here; some still think of it as their place,” he says happily. “And it was, actually, as much as ours. Brick Bay has been a kind of home for many.” This January it’ll be ten years since the Glass House and Sculpture Trail opened, but twenty years of hard work came before that.

Two hundred acres of land were purchased by Richard and Christine in 1986; they’d only been looking for a small plot, but realised the potential of this extraordinary site with its historical background. In the midnineteenth century there had been a busy little community based around the brickworks on the beach. But nearly 150 years later, the brickworks were gone (although traces remain) and the unfenced land was dissipated. There were thistles in their hundreds, and what bush had been spared by the early settlers was being given a hard time by cattle.

The Didsburys moved a caravan on to the spot where the ‘Big House’ would eventually be finished over ten years later, and with their two small girls, Margot and Anna, began spending weekends on the farm.

They fenced off the precious bush, and friends and family were drafted in to plant trees in their thousands – their hard work rewarded with plenty of fun and huge shared barbecues.

The cattle were moved out and angora goats bought to graze the land, but the meat was not popular and the mohair market promptly crashed.

Inspired by the other early adopters in the area (Heron’s Flight and The Antipodean), the Didsburys turned to grapes. The willing workers were drafted back in to plant the first vines (as well as olives) in 1995.

Fortunately, the wine proved to be excellent. The goats were replaced with sheep which were easy on the land (and popular too in the Glass House restaurant).

A few years down the track, they thought they should probably build “a little wine-tasting room, and something else to make people want to come and visit.” Architect Noel Lane was asked to design what would become The Glass House, and the couple decided to indulge their internationally-ignited passion for outdoor sculpture as ‘that little something extra’.

Noel Lane had already, of course, built their home, and they trusted him enough to give him a basic brief for the tasting room and not much more. Richard and Christine thought that visitors should be able to see the vines as they were drinking the wine; to feel part of the terroir (the unique environmental characteristics that produce a particular wine).

Noel took this literally, producing a contemporary version of an actual glasshouse, and with Rob Dunne the builder, bravely cantilevering his beautiful, award-winning vision over a lake full of water-lilies.

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Above: extended family and friends toast the vineyard; below: the second lake, 30 years ago and as it is today.

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JOIN US TO CELEBRATE 30 YEARS AT BRICK BAY 20th January Twilight Trail Explore the Sculpture Trail after hours with live 9 piece eclectic street brass “Strangers in a strange band” and BBQ offerings - 5-8pm - All welcome!

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Brick Bay before the arrival of the Glass House...

...and after. Noel Lane said, “we’ll just have to make another road over to the vineyard!”

“He’s one of a very rare breed of architect.” Richard screws his eyes shut to find the right words. “It’s not that he brings nothing to the table – he has incredible talent – but he designs each piece of work to fit its particular brief without feeling the need to impose his own style. You’d never know that Matakana Village and the Glass House at Brick Bay were designed by the same man.”

Trail over at Brick Bay. Anna had studied sculpture at Elam (and viticulture too, including working a vintage in Burgundy, France; this has certainly come in handy). She and her father, plus long-time farm and vineyard manager Brian Breen, spent hours tracking through the bush and paddocks with tape, stakes and paint, mapping out the route and planning dams, lakes and boardwalks.

At this point in time, the whole Matakana area was beginning to look like it might become a bona fide wine region – but it had no real epicenter and, apart from the beaches, there was really not much to do. Serendipitously, the corner site at Matakana Valley Rd and Leigh Rd became available – and the idea for the village was born. Richard admits, “It’s such an enormous responsibility when you make a decision that will impact on so many lives; it is human nature to resist change. But hopefully most people are happy with it now.”

One of the main purposes of the Sculpture Trail (apart from being an exceptional showcase for the art) is to support NZ artists. The Brick Bay Sculpture Trust is a special fund set up to facilitate the creation of their work – building some of the large-scale pieces can be prohibitively expensive. All pieces on the trail are for sale and, once their piece is sold, the artist pays the Trust back their interest-free loan. The Annual Brick Bay Folly competition is another valuable opportunity for aspiring young architects to realise their concepts and get them into the public eye.

While the village and Glass House builds were going ahead, Anna Didsbury, now in her twenties, was involved in designing the Sculpture

The ongoing programme of sustainably nurturing the land at Brick Bay has evolved into a firm goal of environmental stewardship for future generations. The baton has been passed to Anna Didsbury, now General Manager. Anna has a keen interest in sustainability and puts it to good use, both in the vineyard and in the Glass House Kitchen. Minimal sprays are used on the vines, and biodiversity is encouraged in a number of ways. Food waste from the restaurant is enjoyed by the farm’s pigs and hens, and the kitchens and bathrooms use biodegradable products and palm oil-free soaps. Much produce, including fruit, vegetables, olive oil and honey is produced onsite and as much as possible is recycled.

John Baker on behalf of the Matakana Country Park wishes to extend his warmest congratulations to Richard Didsbury and all those involved with Brick Bay Wines on celebrating so many glorious years of success.

These two generations of the Didsburys (with a third in the wings) have a passionate, long-term commitment to a much-loved landscape – and a community. As Christine says, “The thing is never to assume that you know it all, but to surround yourself with exceptionally creative people with whom you can collaborate. It’s been the most wonderful privilege to be part of it all.”

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The Big House mid-build. Note deliberately uneven roof line: Noel Lane wanted it to look like the building had moved over time. Right: November 2016 - Thirtieth Anniversary party.

Above: The beginnings of the tower which has become part of the branding of Brick Bay. Centre: early days on the sculpture trail. Right: the south end of the Big House dwarfs a classic ute.

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“Our last working bee has seen some fantastic new facilities added to the original innovative playground,” he said. “The cricket pitch is now open, with all-weather Tiger Turf, and so is the junior football field, all marked up with permanent nets. And the new pirate ship (right) really is superb!”

Add to that the skate park and bowls which will be upgraded to Olympic level this year and you have a serious facility for fun. But wait, there’s more. Pump tracks, for use by BMX and mountain bikes are coming too – the junior level will soon be complete, with intermediate and senior on their way. So is a 12-station outdoor crossfit facility – and a soundshell eventually, for future concerts and events.

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Getting to the Didsbury’s ‘Big House’ is a journey on a number of levels.

Winding through folds in the magnificent Brick Bay landscape you’ll spot what looks like a kauri dam, jaw-dropping standing stones, intriguing large-scale art on headlands. There’s a brief, tantalising glimpse of the house itself, with its massive brick tower. You park, then you’re in a narrow, winding foot corridor with tall, stacked-timber walls, before the big reveal. Suddenly the house is looming over you, all massive beams and angled buttresses.

The scale of the building has an epic feel to it, like a medieval castle’s keep. One of the awards won by Architect Noel Lane called it romantic but really, it’s all testosterone. Christine Didsbury says, “We felt we needed to ‘go large’ or risk the house being overpowered by the landscape.”

Many materials went into the build: steel, copper, zinc, glass, timber shingles, stone, bricks, riverstones and concrete – but it’s the timber that stands out. Massive recycled beams and columns with the patina of age give the house its overwhelming scale and groundedness. The wood came from all over New Zealand – and Richard Didsbury knows the story behind every piece.

“We worked with Andrew Davies, who owned the Kauri Warehouse in Otahuhu,” says Richard. “He was the go-to guy then – still is – for finding recycled native wood, and he’d go to amazing lengths to get it. A lot of the big rimu beams came from the Horotiu Freezing Works when it was demolished in 1989. The totara columns in the kitchen were from the central North Island, where there were almost legendary piles of huge native trees clear-felled in the sixties. Totara, matai and rimu… they were found by Andrew and his boys in the pine plantations down there… We stuck to Noel’s plans, but often the materials we used were informed by what Andrew had found for us.”

We tracked down Andrew Davies and asked him if he remembered the Big House build. “They were one of my best clients,” he confirmed.

Richard had helped him out enormously in return for his efforts: when Richard built Sylvia Park years later in 2006, there were around 50 warehouses on the site which the army had built in the forties. They had to be demolished – and timber-loving Richard made sure all the native timbers in there were recycled by Andrew and not just trashed.

The massive front door is made of cubes of oregon fir, which was once used as ballast inside the hulls of steamships coming to NZ from Canada in the early 1900s. Once inside, a hall invites you down to the enormous main living space; giant bespoke French doors open on either side. There are gardens one way and glorious views of the Hauraki Gulf on the other.

Dominating the room, the colossal brick chimney which has become the visual branding of Brick Bay rises up through the ceiling. From the outside, the chimney is reminiscent of many things: a lighthouse, a smelter (referencing the old copper works on Kawau) an ancient grain silo – “Someone even once thought it might be a crematorium!” laughs Christine. Turkish rugs and leather poufs inside the actual chimney breast make for a cosy nook in winter.

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In the open plan kitchen there’s very little storage space – glasses, mugs and plates are all out on the bench. This is completely intentional – Christine says it worked brilliantly when they had loads of people staying here in days gone by. “Nobody had to ask where anything went – you could see it all,” she says.

The table continues the practicalities of crowd-wrangling – it can easily seat 16. The group of spectacularly-coloured lightshades above the table were purchased this year from a Colombian recycling-meets-art project (petlamp. org) – they’re made of plastic bottles split from the neck down into strips; the strips are interwoven with raffia, wool or cane.

Inside the front door, two staircases lead up; one to the office and master bedroom, one to guest bedrooms and the ‘third’ storey which comprises an exciting mid-air walkway across to the inside of the brick tower. There’s a lot of fun to be had here – it’s an artisanal wonderland of nooks and hideaways.

One guest bedroom, hung with colourful Japanese kites on one side and an ingeniously displayed hat collection on the other, has a mezzanine level reached by an oversized ladder. Another is known as the ‘Sports Room’ for it’s collation of vintage sporting accessories. Yet another fascinating room has a museum-level assemblage of vintage explorer’s curios.

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Two stories of wall height inside the entranceway have deliberately been left without coverings so the studs and noggins are visible – and usable.

These were finished to a higher standard than normal and have become repositories of further collections: the main stairway is lined with little figures from all over the world, and Christine’s medleys of masks glower and grin from a downstairs corridor.

Christine says, “Let me show you the tennis pavilion.” We walk along another winding path; the court appears first, then a building that takes the breath away. The counterpoint to the Big House – the Venus to its Mars perhaps – the pavilion was also built by Noel Lane. A sleek modern box of glass, steel and travertine, it’s fully self-contained and high-spec.

But here it’s all about the roof: made by boatbuilders, it’s a convex shell of thin and elegant timbers, like a feather floating on a pond.

A visit to the Didsbury’s Big House is an adventure – there’s always something extraordinary to discover around the next corner. It’s half a lifetime’s work-in-progress… and now that it’s owners have a little more time to themselves, there’s little doubt that their collection of global art and culture will also expand.

Opposite; the elegant tennis pavilion floats above the court. Clockwise from top left: the guest book; the sports room; stamp collection dating back to Richard’s grandfather; wooden figurines line the stairs; Virginia King sculptures hang in the stairwell; Japanese kites; Rajasthani chairs in the Waka Room; bronze kettle sculptures by Jonathan Campbell; glass vessel by Ann Robinson; birds by Crystal Chain Gang.

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Left to right: Dining table with spectacular Colombian lampshades; Christine and Richard on the shady patio; the grand staircase.

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Tuck shops don’t always conjure up memories of exceptional food, but this one will dispel any lingering aftertastes. You can’t miss Tuck Shop Matakana, the new eatery outside the Matakana Cinema. It’s a very deliberate green – owner Dan Paine says, “We wanted it to stand out!

It’s a fresh take on a classic colour, and we wanted it to evoke nostalgia – school canteens, uniforms and diners.”

Inside, there are other greens: the British Racing Green of the menus and powder-coated coffee machine; the forest green (and fresh white)

tiling; the lime pop of the stools and the soft duck-egg of the banquette seating. Vintage metal school chairs outside came from Java – sourced

by Old School Inc. in Matakana. They’ll soon be joined by green bean bags which can be reclined upon outside in the cinema courtyard.

Anna and Dan haven’t mucked around with architect Noel Lane’s existing design of the space, which was initially envisaged as a nod to a tram-car (check out the interior ceiling). ‘If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’, was their philosophy. This applied to other things too. “One of the first decisions we made was to retain both the OOB icecream brand and the OOB shop manager, Nadia,” says Dan. “She’s such a people person, and gives the whole place an incredibly welcoming feel. Lindy Neumann is in charge of the food overall – she’s a passionate food professional who’s been working on refining the Tuck Shop menu for months.”

Co-owner Anna Didsbury says, “We’ve been amazingly lucky with the people who’ve been involved in the start-up of the Tuck Shop. Nadia and Lindy threw themselves into it with such passion. Our friends Tana Mitchell and Emma Kanuik of Akin Design too – they were responsible for the aesthetic, and they had a great time with it.”w There’s a small and crafted menu of wittily-named classics with a twist. There are New York-style pressed sandwiches (the Rube, the Cube – Reuben and Cuban), great burgers on demi-brioche buns with vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. They do a range of interesting salads, and plenty of yummy stuff for the kids, too.

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The crisp interior of the Tuck Shop - the clever window tables both fold and swivel to make a continuous counter inside when the weather is inclement.

Sweets can be raw and sugar free: a raw blueberry cheesecake for example – or you can go all-out and create your own outrageous decadent chewy cookie and OOB ice-cream sandwich. And nothing on the menu is more than $15 – burgers are $13, kid’s meals (Tiny Tucks) are no more than $8.

It’s nice to know that everything is free-range and locally sourced where possible. And all the packaging (including the Eighthirty coffee-cups and lids) is plant-based and compostable. Anna is keen to initiate sustainable waste disposal so they’re also supplying their own compost bins.

These two have an earnest and utterly sincere desire to be as good as they can possibly be. Their aims are modest: “We want to be the best cinema and hospitality experience in the country,” says Dan. “And to be the best employers, too,” adds Anna. Their ambition is most definitely our gain.

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How far past your fridge will you travel for fabulous food? Our brunch at the Sandbar Eatery in Mangawhai left me pondering this.

Chef and owner Andrew Rennie set up the Sandbar with his brother Mark seven years ago. These days though he’s flying solo, albeit with the help of his exceptional team, and has just completed a very stylish re-fit via Kim Munro Designs and Jessica from Oh Gosh Graphic Design.

The new look is far from the crush and clang of a Ponsonby café. The interior is light and contemporary with generously-spaced tables; outside there’s a large shaded outdoor seating area set around a courtyard that’s perfect for those travelling with children.

Suzanne (Andrew’s wife) is the maitre’d and we’re all smiling even before we see the brunch menu, which reads extremely well and drives our expectations further northwards.

It occurs to me that Andrew looks more front-row forward than foodie and as it happens, he played rugby in the UK and Europe for seven years.

His parents, who had moved to Mangawhai, suggested that he and his brother set up a restaurant there.

Andrew had always been a passionate amateur chef and his parents clearly recognised his potential; he is now a professional who cooks with exceptional flair and consideration.

We started with the Smashed Avocado, served with a perfectly poached egg on five-grain toast with pingy capers, cherry tomatoes and a sensational whipped feta. This might be enough but the ‘extra points

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Next up was the Turkish Poached Eggs with cold smoked salmon, chilli, smoked yoghurt and dukkah on toasted sourdough. The richness of the eggs and herbed salmon was answered eloquently with lemon zest and chilli, and the smoked yoghurt gave this familiar dish a delicious point of difference.

I drove back to Leigh wondering just how far I’d travel to eat food this good. The answer is; a very long way.

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The Klinks are a family of foodies. Their son Dan now runs the Mangawhai Meat Shop and recently won the supreme award at this year’s Great NZ Sausage Competition.

Their daughter Amy and her partner Sam are based in Melbourne where Sam works as a chef, but this summer they will be returning to run a pop-up breakfast and lunch cafe at the Cow Shed from December 27 to January 27. Wendy and Robert will be serving dinner seven nights a week over this time too (normally just Fri/Sat/Sun nights).

My slightly less thin editor and I concluded that the experience is well worth a trip down a few gravel roads – with or without a sidecar.

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“Oh!” I squealed as we were bouncing down a particularly bucolic back road somewhere near Mangawhai, “this is just like ‘Two Fat Ladies’ except we don’t have a motorcycle or sidecar and only one of us is fat.”

Upon arrival we were warmly welcomed by Wendy and Robert Klink who converted their old cow shed into a restaurant four years ago. The decor is vintage and homely with shelves of homemade pickles and chutneys and the original cow shed rails separate those who have yet to eat from those who are already wrestling their huge portions of delicious, spitroasted meat into submission.

The Cow Shed is all about simple food done well. The menu is set (chicken, lamb or sirloin steak when we went) and they ask you to choose your mains when you make your booking. This takes a great deal of waste and stress out of the equation and makes choosing your BYO wine very easy.

Clockwise from top right: The Klinks outside the front door of the Cowshed; the roast lamb dinner with mint jelly; beer barrel stools in the vine-covered courtyard.

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Ann Dewey, the world-famous, award-winning choreographer, perches on a couch covered with a crocheted throw in shades of vibrant red. As her fingers perform a filigree dance to the click-clack of knitting needles, Ann talks about her latest project: the Knitting Truck. “I wanted to create a mobile knitting shop for folk to come and sit, chat and knit, buy supplies and knitwear, and connect with other craftspeople,” says Ann. In truth, the Knitting Truck is not actually a truck. While Ann searches for a suitable mobile home for her fibre art, the devoted Leigh resident has parked her intensely hued yarns and hand-knitted garments for the summer in the gallery attached to Charlie’s ice cream parlour between Warkworth and Matakana.

Ann learned her handicraft from her grandmother and the timehonoured skill has served her well in her travels around the world as a choreographer. “We’d hang around studios for hours during dance rehearsals and I like to keep my hands engaged. I’d ferret out the local knitting shop, buy my needles and yarn and make up my own patterns.”

In 2009, her dance company, Spinning Sun, performed a contemporary dance entitled Left and Right. “All the costumes and set were knitted by hand. Garments arrived in my Leigh PO Box from knitters all over the world,” grins Ann. She brings out one of the costumes; a weighty, salmon pink skirt created from fabric she’d shredded then knitted.

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The entire dance project took two years to complete.

It seems there are many parallels between choreography and knitting.

Both are saturated in texture, there is a sense of delight, a playful joy in experimenting with pattern and form. In the rhythm of the needles there is music for the soul. One of Ann’s favourite quotes is from the famous American choreographer, Martha Graham: “The purpose of technique is to free the unconscious.”

Now, Ann wants to pass on this joyful art. She has noticed a certain renaissance in all handcrafts. “People are returning to the idea of making things by hand. They’re stepping away from the synthetic trend and embracing beautiful locally-made products. I stock a huge variety of yarn – my favourite is hand-dyed by my neighbour whose company is called ‘Dye-Happy’.”

Ann encourages people to come along a give knitting a try. “New converts could start with something simple like the humble dishcloth,” she advises. Pop in to Ann’s Knitting Truck for a yarn. Who knows, you might just become entangled in knitting’s woolly web.

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The original hall, early 1900s.

Rejuvenated wall mouldings from the upstairs gallery.

The historic Warkworth Town Hall’s renovation is coming along very nicely. It’s been a challenge – compared to the pretty Masonic down the road it’s been no oil painting for a long time now. But Junction’s midNovember visit made it clear: this is going to be an impressive makeover for an important piece of history.

Inside, plaster dust eddies in shafts of sunlight through tall, elegant windows as builders enjoy their smoko. The height of the stud is a revelation. Classic Art Deco triple-stepped lines and zigzag plaster details edge the ceiling. In the foyer, the cashier’s window has been beautifully replicated, and protective slabs of ply on the floor reveal the most stunning mosaic floor in shades of ox-blood, cream, burnt orange and creamy gold – thousands of tiny tiles in perfect condition, just needing a buff and a protective coating.

When it was built in 1910, the hall was clad in Clark’s Patent Glazed Stoneware Hollow Building Blocks (Clark’s later amalgamated with Crown Lynn). It’s now the only surviving civic building in the country still wearing these beautifully shiny, ox blood-coloured blocks. Up close, they’re all different, both in colour and, as Site Manager Mauré McLeod tells us, size. “Because they’re handmade, they’re unique. They’ve all shrunk in the kiln in slightly different ways. You don’t see bricks like this anymore… but it’s been a bit hard to get a straight line,” he says somewhat ruefully.

Architect Anthony Matthews had a clear idea of how he wanted the renovation to go. He’s been hugely sensitive to both era and social history, keeping for posterity such nods to previous users as the stenciled numbering on the narrow floorboards (recycled wherever possible) and leaving exposed early graffiti found inside the walls of the wings onstage. The original red folding chairs will also be recycled in the gallery upstairs.

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When the hall was finished in 1911, the celebratory citizen’s ball held in it was the beginning of a busy social history. There were dances and weddings, meetings of the Philharmonic Society, civic banquets and, from 1913, regular films. World War One saw the community farewelling their troops and war efforts in the hall. World War Two was even busier: the Hauraki Regiment was stationed there and Warkworth was a base for American troops too. Dances, shows and films to entertain them were an everyday occurrence and a temporary hospital was also set up in a marquee next door.

Judy Waters, 81, went to Warkworth Primary School which was then round the corner. As a little girl, she remembers making flower saucers for the annual flower show at the hall and rehearsing endlessly for the post-war victory concert. “You should have heard the car horns and

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Clockwise from above: cover of the Victory Concert flyer; a sliver of the mosaic floor in the foyer; a dressing room storing the original seats still to be stripped out; old medicine bottles found onsite; the beautiful

church bells when the war in the Pacific finished,” she remembers. The whole community headed for the hall to celebrate. As a teenager, she danced the Maxina, Valeta and Military Two-Step there. “We always had live music – it was just the local shopkeepers and community people who’d come along with their saxophones and trumpets, but it was wonderful,” she smiles.

The Warkworth Town Hall was listed as a Category 1 Heritage building in 2007, being not only a rare example of hollow stoneware block construction in Australasia, but also of ‘great significance in the social history of Warkworth’. We can only imagine the laughter these old bricks have soaked up over the years.

Kudos must go to the Warkworth Restoration Trust for their years of fundraising and meetings. Ilona Rogers, well-known performer and tireless chair of the group says: “When the doors of the Town Hall open again in 2017, social events will return as well as visiting artists. Already the music society has a program in place, and the Auckland Arts Festival and ballet companies are showing interest.”

Junction congratulates the work of the Trust: more quality cultural venues can only be a good thing. Even better is remembering and honouring over a hundred years of those who have partied before us.

WARKWORTH TOWN HALL GRAND OPENING: FEBRUARY 25, 2017 There’ll be a full day of celebrations to open the new hall, beginning with a dawn service and powhiri. From 10am-3pm a revolving variety performance with local musicians, dancers and theatre. All welcome.

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Jo Connor and friend Vivienne Kerr (below left + right) are beginning to get quite excited. Jo’s dream project, Matakana Creative, is well on its way to being realised in May next year. Inspired by Wanaka’s Autumn Art School which is coming into its 28th year, Jo decided that Matakana would be an ideal place to start something similar.

this summer. Because of their contacts, they’ve been able to muster an exceptional group of volunteers from the local community who all feel a sense of common ownership for the project, which is just how Jo likes it. There has already been some suggestions for 2018, but the pair joke that they mustn’t get ahead of themselves.

“This area has a very similar feel to Wanaka,” she says. “There’s an existing artistic community which is very inclusive; many people know it as a creative region. It’s close to Auckland, and has plenty of accommodation. There’s a fantastic infrastructure of food, wine and galleries – and a hugely supportive network of friends who are also keen to get this off the ground!”

So what’s available? The arts workshops will encompass: painting and drawing with Mandy Thomsett-Taylor, making a Windsor chair with Richard Hare (starting with a block of wood!), an eco-dyeing and felting textile workshop with Marion van Oeveren, writing fiction with Owen Marshall, a kiln-formed glass workshop with Liz Sharek, digital photography with David Wethey, flax weaving with Kahutoi Te Kanawa and sculpture with Jeff Thomson. All tutors are highly-qualified and, in many cases, multiple award-winning masters of their arts.

Matakana Creative will be a series of eight five-day, arts-based workshops and six one - or half-day events. The vision is that all participants will enjoy some social time together as well, so there’ll be some fringe activities such as artist talks, local walks, yoga, a shared meal at Brick Bay… and drinks each evening at Vintry in Matakana.

There’ll also be specially priced dinners for participants at Matakana Market Kitchen, and lunches available to order.

The week, which runs from May 8-12, will kick off with a welcome function at the Vivian Gallery from 5pm-8pm on Sunday May 7, sponsored by Bayleys Matakana.

Other events will comprise two half-day trips to Gibbs Farm which will include a delicious lunch. And there’ll be four celebrations of local food and wine cooked by exceptional chefs in some outstanding local homes: the Didsbury’s Big House at Brick Bay, Lauraine and Murray Jacobs’ Omaha beach house, Cathy Gould and Roger Donald’s Matakana home and at the Sawmill Brewery.

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When Elizabeth McClure first arrived in New Zealand, she was still just in her twenties. She had a post graduate degree in Glass Design from the Edinburgh College of Art and was fresh from Japan after three years teaching glass and working in design.

Within a year of being here, she’d toured the country teaching glass techniques in every main city and was working at Sunbeam Glass in Ponsonby with some of the best glass artists in the southern hemisphere at that point in time: Ann Robinson, John Croucher and Gary Nash.

Over the next years, Elizabeth was instrumental in developing the glass programme at the Canberra School of Art, where, as President of Ausglass, she convened their first ever international conference.

But she’s mostly been in NZ ever since. Her lovely Scots accent is still there, though she’s pretty much an honorary Kiwi now. She’s won many prestigious awards over the years, and is known for her broad range of work – from small and exquisite perfume bottles to large-scale architectural work.

A couple of years ago she moved from her home in Westmere to Matheson Bay. "The artist community in this area has been so welcoming and inclusive. It's been a great move into a new chapter in my career," she says. She’s now working out of a studio at Morris & James Pottery. Surrounded by other artists working with dangerous machinery and white-hot kilns, she’s in her happy place.

After a coffee at the gorgeous new Brick & Vines café at Morris & James, Elizabeth takes me through to her studio to see some new work. She’s blown a range of fat round vessels with several different coloured layers of glass; these are her ‘blanks’. Now, as with most of her glass, the real work begins.

First she sandblasts the surface, then applies laser-cut masking in rounded shapes (created for her by local designer Mark Lewington), then brushes on the glass enamels. The piece is fired and the process is repeated again and again. The effect is very similar to the image which

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Above and below: pieces from Elizabeth’s latest ‘Dappled Light’ series.

Above: Elizabeth in her studio; below: Zen and Furrow, from a previous series. Credit: Greg Piper. Below: her ‘artist’s statement in poetic form, with the photograph of dappled light which inspired her latest work.

inspired it – the dappled shadows of leaves she noticed one day on the lounge-room wall in her new home.

Ongoing work also includes the cut-glass effects that she’s wellknown for – blanks are incised, engraved and blasted with stone, diamond and sand to create highly considered patterns. Some are dotted with incredible precision, some criss-crossed with meticulous lines – this exposure of their layers of colour create beautiful depth.

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Elizabeth has many more irons in the fire, however. “I’ve just got back from a teaching tour at three different universities in Tokyo,” she says, “and they’ve invited me back next year, too. I caught up with some of my students from years ago – I’d love to get some of them over here. I’m also curating a new display space for Morris & James… and Vicky Fanning and I are putting together a new glass show at the Vivian Gallery next year. 2017 is going to be busy!”

Elizabeth’s work can be found at: www.thevivian.co.nz | www.fhegalleries.com OPEN STUDIO: Sunday 15th January 1pm–4pm Contact: e.mcclure.glass@gmail.com

I have moved once again… from here to there shifting time and space like dappled light we stop but for a moment absorbing rainbows Elizabeth McClure, May 2016

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summer book review Moonglow Michael Chabon

The Underground Railroad Colson Whitehead

Moonglow is the deathbed confession of a man that the narrator refers to only as ‘my grandfather’. It is a tale of madness, of war and adventure, of sex and marriage and desire but above all the destructive impact of keeping secrets and telling lies.

Moonglow is a tour de force of speculative autobiography in which Chabon devises and reveals a secret history of his own imagination. A wonderful read.

Colson Whitehead takes the Underground Railroad — the loosely interlocking network activists who helped slaves escape to freedom in the decades before the Civil War — and turns it from a metaphor into an actual train that ferries fugitives northward.

Cora, and Caesar take the perilous journey, state by state, heading to freedom. The result is a potent novel that leaves the reader with a devastating understanding of the terrible human costs of slavery.

Keeping On Keeping On Alan Bennett This is a treasure trove of wit, minutiae and musings on the life of one of Britain’s most celebrated writers. In the decade covered he saw the premieres of four of his works at the National Theatre and two on the big screen – The History Boys and The Lady in the Van. A well-written diary is a pleasure to dip in and out of and this book is perfect summer reading.

HUGH BRADING’S WARKWORTH GALLERY Hugh Brading is known around the world for his art, and as a teacher of painting. But his background ranges from being an A-grade mechanic to owning his own large-scale clothing manufacturing business – he never dreamed that the most satisfying career of his life would be as an artist. Hugh’s 81 now, and in great shape.

Perhaps over two decades of an artistic lifestyle has kept him young?

“I’m not really an artist,” Hugh happily admits. “I’m just a painter. I was taught over three days by a fantastic bloke called Randall Froude – he taught the nuts and bolts of making art rather than all that conceptual stuff – that’s just not me. He was very practical; it was all about technique. Well, that, and seeing the colours properly, which I think I could already do from working with fabrics for years.”

Hugh’s friends booked him on the course with Froude after his business collapsed during ‘Rogernomics’ in the late 1990s. At that point Hugh had three factories and 120 staff. He lost the lot and was searching for a new angle – he found it in painting. “We were driving home from the course, and I said to my wife ‘Joy, I reckon I can do this.’” Nearly twenty years later Hugh has sold over 1100 of his paintings worldwide with Joy’s invaluable support, and tutored workshops in many countries too.

“I just paint what people want,” says Hugh. “I’m pretty confident I can do just about anything these days. I painted nothing but flowers for years – my mother was an avid gardener and I learned a love of nature from her.”

Their lush orchard is testament to that. “But if anyone

asked what inspires me I’d say – everything.

I like people too – I have the gift of the gab, in case you haven’t noticed,” he grins.

Seascapes, poppies, barns and landscapes are the favourites – and the subjects of teaching DVDs Hugh also sells through his gallery. Pop in for a chat next time you’re passing through Warkworth – commissions are welcome, and you may just find something you’d love to take home with you. www.hughbrading.co.nz 160 Matakana Road, Warkworth

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NEW YEAR’s eve Seuss Festival, South Head, Kaipara 31 December 2016 The second year of this family-friendly festival is looking even better than the first. Just 45 minutes from Auckland, it’s set in a scenic wonderland close to the Kaipara coast. For a very reasonable ticket price, you’ll get three days in the flashest festival campgrounds you’ll see anywhere (proper loos, free hot showers), and experience an incredible array of music – over 80 acts on four stages, covering ambient, funk, soul, reggae, psytrance, underground techno, house, drum & bass and more. AUM Productions are well known for their safe, loving, conscious vibe – and solid logistics.

There’s a gorgeous lake to swim in, forest trails to wander, free drinking water, parking and camping – and it’s zero-waste. Add in lots of workshops, and world-class shows including lighting and laser, projection mapping and performance artists and you’ve got yourself a seriously excellent three-day, chilled-out party.

Get your tickets soon – $199 for three days, $159 NYE only, under 18s just $50 with a parent or guardian.

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Get on the dance floor with a smile on your dial, or in the garden around the brazier - what better way to bring in the new year?

Kicking off the night we’ll have a bit of Dj action, then Dave Weir will take the stage sounding all fresh with a bit of 60’s...

Next up, loud hip swinging jams from Arthur Ahbez & Band.

Headlining and last seen with the Chills here in January... Borneo. We loved them so much we booked them for NY. A few more records spun till close at 2am.

The Three Furlongs Bar and Grill in Kaiwaka is a much-loved local family institution that’s hosted some of the biggest events in the Kaipara District recently – and New Year’s Eve 2016 will be no exception.

Whangarei-based band Remininse Soul will play live from 9pm. They’ll play a great range of soul, funk, rock, pop and reggae – bring your dancing shoes. The grill will be open from 5.30-9.00pm and bookings are highly recommended. There’s even a courtesy van available - just call 09 431 2246 to be picked up (locals only please!) and they’ll also drop you home!

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The perfect summer venue and the place to be for a very warm welcome, great pub food, chilled beer and wine with some fantastic live music.

Choose your wedding or event location for romance, beauty and memories. Able to go where traditional marquees can’t, a Stretch Tent allows a marquee or canopy solution specific to your needs, site and budget.

If we can get to it by truck, 4WD or boat, it’s a Stretch Tent location.

0800 462 778 auckland@stretchtents.co.nz 022 355 3868 www.stretchtents.co.nz

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NEW YEAR’s eve and new year’s day matakana VILLAGE PUB 31 December 2016 Come along and see in the New Year in at the beautiful Matakana Village Pub – you’ll have a ball kicking back at its famous NYE Beach Party.

We have live music from early afternoon through to the wee hours of 2017 and this year are fortunate to have local Andy Richards kicking things off at 2pm.

Scott Tindale (from George FM and Stack & Piece fame) with be playing a monster set from 5-9pm with the popular two-piece band the Dobros taking us through to the New Year.

Great drink specials throughout the day and free transport from the pub to Warkworth, Omaha, Snells Beach and Leigh at 12.30am and 1.30am makes this the only place to be on New Year’s Eve. Check out our Facebook page for full details.

New Year’s Day Regatta at Kawau Island 1 January 2017 This will be a fun, family day and it all happens from from Lidgard Lawn and the Kawau Boating Club.

There’ll be sailing races and a sausage sizzle from 12 noon, dinghy rowing 1pm, kid’s races and novelty events from 1pm and prizegiving at 5pm at the Kawau Boating Club. There’ll be market stalls too, at the Bon Accord Bar area from 9-12.

Your chance to enjoy the famous Kawau Burger or fresh beer-battered fish and chips!

With incredible support from the boating community and locals, this is always a popular event.

To book a table contact Robyn on 021 047 1516 and for a full list of events at the Bon Accord Bar and the Kawau Boating Club, follow them on Facebook. www.kawauboatingclub.nz

FLIGHTPATH: An exhibition of prints by Celia Walker 14 December to 15 January

“Come & see why we are Matakana’s n0. 1 restaurant” TRIP ADVISOR DECEMBER 2016

Celia Walker is passionate about the environment and ecology – this features strongly in her work. Recent print projects involving migratory birds have led to a number of works that focus around ideas of global connectivity.

Celia’s has links with the Waipu area through her involvement with Marunui Conservation, a private conservation block on the slopes of the Brynderwyns. Forest and wetlands in the Mangawhai and Waipu area provide inspiration for her work.

Featuring: ANDY RICHARDS 2-5pm, SCOTT TINDALE 5-9pm

Blackshed Gallery | 7 Cove Road, Waipu 10am to 4pm daily

(GEORGE FM AND “STACK & PIECE” FAME)

THE DOBROS - 9.30pm TO 12.30AM JANUARY

SUMMER SESSIONS EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY 4-7PM

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.

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For a list of Summer Events at Bon Accord Bar & Bistro see the Junction Mag Gig Guide.

Featuring GEORGE FM’S - BEN WALKER, NATHAN HILL & GRANT MARSHALL AND our own ANDY RICHARDS & WENDY DOUGLAS Check out our facebook page for full details

Come experience our New Summer menu Consider us for YOUR work & private functions 11 MATAKANA VALLEY RD, MATAKANA. TEL 09 422 7518

thematakana@gmail.com

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summer events MANGAWHAI ANNUAL SUMMER GALA 2nd January 2017 @ 9am The Mangawhai Gala Day raises funds for the operation of the community domain. Expect over 200 stalls offering a large variety of crafts, artwork, clothing, local produce and much more.

There’s always an exceptional selection of food and drink, and there’ll be seating upstairs in the main building also, selling hot and cold drinks. New to Gala Day is children’s entertainment, including some fantastic rides. For the younger children $5.00 gets them an all-day pass to ride all the bouncy castles and slides throughout the duration of the Gala. For the more adventurous older children we have the Four-inOne Bungy and Land Zorbs for $8.00 each ride.

The dog club will perform a number of shows throughout the day, and there’ll be helicopter rides, quickfire raffles and live entertainment, including great local musicians.

Parking is provided and our volunteers are there to manage the traffic – we ask you please to follow instructions carefully as it can be very busy!

9am-2pm | Adults $4, children $2, under 5 years free. www.mangawhaidomain.org.nz

Matakana School Summer Ice Skating 5th-8th January 2017 This January, Matakana Primary is hosting the Ice Skate Tour – a 10mx16m portable artificial ‘ice’ rink that will be set up in the school hall. It’s a totally eco-friendly skating experience without getting cold and wet. It’s just $7 for kids, $13 for adults or $35 per family, and that includes your skates and helmet (they have EFTPOS onsite).

All are welcome – you don’t have to have kids at the school!

There’ll be a coffee van at the school from Friday to Sunday and for even more fun, they’ll have a bubble machine too.

But best of all – it’s a fundraiser. The school receives 20% of all entry fees so the more fun you have, the more goes to the school! www.iceskatetour.co.nz | T: 021 390 510

Leigh community markets Sunday 8 Jan, Feb 12, March 12 and April 9th.

Come join us at Leigh Hall for our summer markets.

Same format as last year with local fruit and vegetables, delcious takeaway food, fresh produce, crafts, great coffee, music and much more.

8.30-1.00pm, plenty of parking. mancon@actrix.co.nz 0274902232 for more info or to book a site.

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The Puhoi Axemen have been going since 1962, but some members have been around for longer than that. The second Saturday in January has also become a Puhoi fixture – competitive wood-chopping on the lawn in front of the historic Puhoi Pub is a spectacle that everyone has to see at least once.

There’ll be around 45 men, women, and boys competing this year, mostly from the North Island. Notably, there’ll be three generations of axemen from up north – a grandfather, father and son. Ron and Cleveland Cherry from Putaruru (another father and son team) are ones to watch, with Cleveland hoping to make the NZ U21 national team.

The grandson of legendary axe-maker Eddie Fawcett will be in Puhoi this year too – Quentin Fawcett will be giving his all in his grandfather’s name, using a beautiful Tuatahi axe.

Crowd-pleasing events include the underhand chop (standing on the block of wood as they chop), the tree event with jiggerboards (chopping cuts or ‘scarfs’ in which to insert the end of a board and using it to climb the post), axe-throwing and most exciting of all, team racing. Puhoi Axemen’s team of six will compete against other teams in a handicapped relay race to the finish that gets faster and faster as the crowd goes wild... a truly great way to spend a summer afternoon.

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Here are three top tips to keep your impact low at a festival so you can let the good times (rock and) roll.

• All that glitters… Glitter is made of miniscule pieces of plastic mixed with shiny metals like aluminium. This moves from your face, to the ocean, to a fish’s stomach.

Try compostable alternatives (Auckland makeup specialists www. bodyfxshop.com will be stocking biodegradable glitter from early Jan); or don a sparkle-heavy costume to shine the night away.

• Rave rave rave (on into the bin): Most glow sticks and bracelets end up split open and painted on sunburnt bodies (bad idea - major skin irritant). One hundred percent end up in landfill after just one night.

Desperate to glow? Try UV body paint and remove before bed or going swimming (www.mish.co.nz).

• Headdress stays home: Native American headdresses are trivialised every festival season. These garments (usually worn by men only) have huge spiritual significance. In some tribes every single feather represents an act of bravery. Cultural appreciation, wonderful; cultural appropriation, not.

FB: Puhoi Axemans Club Puhoi Pub, January 14, 2017

Dog Grooming & Pet Reiki, Matakana My aim is to provide a quality dog grooming service in a calm, relaxed haven. Here your pet will be safe, pampered and revitalised.

As a Reiki Master, I can help to balance your dog’s energy through the grooming process, ensuring a positive experience.

Caroline Bell ■ T: 09 422 7817 ■ 021 270 8337 www.poshpuppies.co.nz

FIND OUT WHAT’S AROUND THE BEND THIS SUMMER Daily one hour public tours • Private two hour cruises • Available for private and work functions

Departs Matakana Wharf, Laly Haddon Place, Matakana.

Bottom of the hill, past the Matakana roundabout and Plume Café.

Matakana River Tours • 021 046 9426 • phil@matakanarivertours.co.nz • www.matakanarivertours.co.nz

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summer events extravaganza |

BRICK BAY summer series |

14 + 15 January 2017

20 January 2017

Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail are continuing their series of summer events to celebrate 30 years at Brick Bay and 10 years of The Glass House.

Explore the Sculpture Trail after hours with friends and family at the Twilight Trail event held on Friday 20th January, from 5-8pm. Their chefs will be barbequing the famed Brick Bay sausages.

Live band Strangers in a Strange Band playing eclectic street brass.

Look out for future events including the Lotus Bloom in February and The Harvest Dinner in March.

The Extravaganza will surely be the ultimate family outing these summer holidays. With market stalls, arts and craft, food, musical entertainment and kids shows there’s truly something for everyone. There’ll be face painting, tarot and palm readings, herbal remedies, heaps of funky clothing, exceptional jewellery and crafts. The Extravaganza has created a unique event that will leave you buzzing. Entry is free and there’ll be loads of activities, including old-school games like hula hoops, puppet shows, tug-o’war and sack races.

Matakana Country Park | Free entry

Find out more at brickbay.co.nz

matakana wine beer + food festival 4 & 5 March 2017 The festival is back for a second year – this year it’s bigger and better. The team listened to last year’s feedback and have come back with some magnificent updates. There will be shade – lots of it! Plus takeaway bottle sales for our gorgeous Matakana wines, free car parking, and free kids entry with loads of kids activities on Family Day Sunday.

This year they’ve partnered with the Omaha Surf Lifesaving Club to help with fundraising. Tickets are just $25 for adults and can be purchased on our website, Ravish Kiosk, Matakana Liquor, Warkworth i-SITE or at Matakana Smokehouse’s stall at the Farmer’s Markets.

See you there! www.mwbff.co.nz | Matakana Country Park

Tickets for either Saturday or Sunday: Adult entry - aged 18 and over - $25 Child entry - aged 6 to 17 - $10 (free entry on Sunday with each adult ticket purchased) .

Under 5 - free.

Sunday Tickets for those that purchased a Saturday Ticket: $10 at the gate (with either your glass from Saturday, your Saturday ticket, or Saturday wristband)

Gates Open Saturday - 12.00pm to 7:00pm Sunday - 11.00am to 4.00pm

YOGA & SOCIAL - EVENT Sunday 15th January 8am-10am Experience the rejuvenating flow of yoga in the tranquility of beach surroundings, followed by a delicious breakfast on a summer’s morning. Hosted at stunning Waipu Cove beach, Yoga & Social welcomes Alissa Smith – Wonder Yoga, to guide you through one hour of outdoor vinyasa. We then invite you to come together for breakfast by The Cove Cafe.

Start your Sunday morning feeling relaxed, stretched and satisfied. Tickets ($38) are limited and include outdoor yoga, breakfast and other small Yoga & Social gifts. Weather permitting. www.yogaandsocial.com Facebook: @yogaandsocial

yoga | relaxation massage | deep tissue massage hot stone massage | thai massage | foot reflexology facials | waxing | spray tans

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The first Warkworth A&P Lifestyle Show was held in 1867, making it one of the oldest in the country. This year is the 150th show, and the committee has been working hard to pull together some exciting plans for an extra-special show – a huge celebration of our community.

Saturday is the main show day, with competitive events covering horses, cattle, goats, sheep dogs, wood-chopping, calf club, cooking, horticulture, arts and crafts, painting, garden produce, needlework and a children’s section. This year we also have free kid’s amusements included with your ticket price. There’s a water-slide, a mega-slide, obstacle course, bouncy castles and a number of other sideshows for young and old.

The wood-chopping is always popular; the local Puhoi Axemen will be competing hard against visiting teams. There’ll be lawn mower racing too this year: held in the rodeo ring on the Saturday, it should generate a fair bit of excitement. The sheep shearing competitors will be in hot pursuit of points and prizes, while the sheep racing is always a favourite with the kids. And if horses are your thing, this year’s special 150th Royal Equestrian Show will be spectacular, with competitors and judges coming from around NZ. On Sunday the Mahurangi Sports Collective are running a ‘Silly Buggers Challenge’ where 20 teams of four members will complete silly challenges against the clock – this will kick off at 1.30pm Trade displays have a number of new exhibitors. Plus there are vintage cars and collectables and the Auckland Stationary Engine Club with working machines (in conjunction with the Warkworth Museum), for historically-minded folk.

It’s worth putting in your diary now: 150 years of the Warkworth A&P show!

Sat 28 & Sun 29 January, 2017 www.warkworthaandpshow.com

MATAKANA POP-UP SHOP Matakana Motel is situated right in the heart of Matakana Village. All rooms have been recently renovated and air-conditioned. We also have an outdoor heated swimming pool, children’s playground and gym facilities on site. Call or visit us on-line to book your stay!

Matakana Country Park 1151 Leigh Road, Matakana T: 09 425 5324 Open every day from 16 Dec–22 Jan (excl Xmas Day)

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Snells Beach Shopping Centre Mahurangi East Road, Snells Beach T: 09 425 5324 If the weather is mint - we are open! dive gear + hire • dive bottle air fills + testing • bait, fishing tackle + ice 975 Matakana Road, Matakana ● Phone 09 422 7497 www.matakanamotel.co.nz ● info@matakanamotel.co.nz

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PUT IT IN YOUR CALENDAR NOW! SAT 28–SUN 29 January 2017 LOADS OF FREE ENTERTAINMENT FOR THE KIDS

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SHEEP RACING | TREASURE HUNT | GUMBOOT THROWING WOOD CHOPPING | EQUESTRIAN | SHEARING | AND MORE!

Warkworth showgrounds. BRING THE FAMILY. SEE YOU THERE!!

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The Mangawhai Bowl Jam skate event returns for February 5 2017 – Waitangi Weekend. Now cemented as one of New Zealand's biggest skateboarding events, it’s set to take over the world-class Mangawhai Bowl once again, with a line-up of the best skateboarders from around the country.

The skate park at the Mangawhai Activity Zone (MAZ) will receive its final stage of upgrades in 2017. This will put it firmly on the map as the best in New Zealand – a training park for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

Photo: Josie Gritten Photography

This year they combine forces with the Loggerheads surf event (Feb 4). There’s also an official Bowl Jam after-party with feature bands Racing, THPS and Byron Bay-based Israeli Chicks. It is looking to be an exceptional weekend for skateboarders and spectators alike.

Jesse Peters started the Mangawhai Bowl Jam six years ago. “My intention was to create a grassroots event that would allow a platform for local talent to grow,” he says. “Last year we had a crowd of 1000+.

It’s exciting to see where it has got to! The challenge is to keep the core ethos of ‘by skateboarders, for skateboarders’ at the heart of the event.

It’s all about bringing skateboarders together from across NZ to push each other – and have a damn fun time while doing so.”

Insta: @bowldivision | Feb 5 | 11am start Free entry Divisions: U16, OPEN, Masters 40+

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THE WINERY TOUR with bic runga WORDS

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Her very recognisable voice on the other end of the phone is definitely a bit of a thrill. Bic Runga is one of New Zealand’s most loved and awarded musicians; her 2006 NZ Order of Merit, her induction into the NZ Music Hall of Fame in November 2016, and multiple platinum records are testament to that. But she’s also relaxed and chatty, with a good line in self-deprecating humour.

The two songs she wrote on the album are seriously good, recognisably hers. She’s feeling strong and in control of her future songwriting with Kody. The Legacy Award was a bit of a revelation – Dave Dobbyn presented it and the crowd gave her a standing ovation. “It took me by surprise,” says Bic. “I like to keep my expectations low, but it really exceeded them! It was quite emotional.”

Her third child, Frida, is now one year old. Bic’s been taking a family break since her last album, Belle, came out in 2011, but the announcement that she’d be receiving the 2016 Legacy Award spurred her towards creating something new. Really new: for someone who sees herself as a songwriter first and foremost, this album has only two of her own songs and ten covers. Close Your Eyes was made in an impressive six weeks with her husband Kody Nielsen, in the tiny studio in their back garden.

Final question: what’s on her car stereo right now? “Iggy Pop’s latest album, Post Pop Depression. It’s inspirational – he’s really started to let his poetry shine. My kids love it!”

Bic Runga plays Ascension Vineyard with Brooke Fraser and Benny Tipene in the 10th Anniversary of the annual Winery Tour on February 4.

Tickets from www.ascensionwine.co.nz/stor

“I’m actually so proud of this album,” she says. “We made it really fast because we could – I’m 40 now you know, old enough to be decisive and effective, and we’ve both made plenty of music. We just went for it.” The two of them played all the instruments on the album (Bic plays keyboards and drums as well as bass and guitar). But she found that singing other people’s songs was a lot harder than she thought it’d be.

“It’s easy to be in your own comfort zone,” she admits, “but some songs I tried were way outside of mine.”

There are some real anthems, including Roberta Flack’s The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and Neil Young’s Only Love Can Break Your Heart.

Bic says, “Normally I think the best way to handle covers is to totally reinvent them – I love José Gonzalez’s version of Kylie’s Hand on Your Heart for example. But sometimes a song is so strong that you just have to run with it, and these two were like that.”

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On February 18, the extraordinarily popular Music in the Gardens event will again take centre stage at Mansion House Bay, Kawau Island.

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be the beneficiaries on the day. The event is again sponsored by Rodney Local Board, Department of Conservation and More FM Rodney with generous donations of goods and services for the fundraising auction from numerous retailers and individuals in the Rodney district and elsewhere.

For the 2017 event, there’s a new line up of artists – silent and live auctions, Book early as tickets sell out well before the event Nairobi Trio, The Renegades and Chris Sanders will be great food, matakana and numbers are limited. OPAK (Organisations entertaining the crowds from 2.30pm onwards. There wines, kawau ciders, beers Passionate About Kawau) look forward to seeing will also be both silent and live auctions, great food, and spot prizes you there! wines from the Matakana wineries, cider from the Kawau Boating Club and bottled beers. Be ready for spot prizes throughout out the day, and a grand auction prize, plus local crafts Tickets (excl. ferry): Adults $25, children 10-17 $10, under 10 free. for sale.

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Once again Camp Bentzon (Kawau Island) Trust, Kawau Volunteer Coastguard and KERT (Kawau Island Emergency Response Trust) will

www.musicinthegardens.co.nz for info, tickets (including ferry transfer) or call Kawau Cruises on 09 425 8006.

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New Zealand’s oldest walking weekend is in its 18th year this March, but the Mangawhai team is still discovering exciting new walks – 36 in total this year – as well as new activities and performers.

Mangawhai is renowned for its beautiful beaches, coastal views and island-dotted Pacific vistas, and many of our walks enjoy these spectacular views. The bush-clad Brynderwyn hills provide a splendid backdrop, with their pristine streams, waterfalls and ancient trees.

Between the bush and the ocean, Mangawhai has a vibrant farming, horticultural, wine-producing and artisan community, and many of the weekend events enable participants to talk to producers. Ten walks take place on private properties – one has a selection of great Blokes’ Sheds!

Warm up for the weekend with the unique Troubadour Trail on Friday afternoon; this stroll around the beautiful Mangawhai estuary takes in five live performances in hidden gardens and estuary reserves. Saturday is the big walking day and along with the favourites such as the Mangawhai Cliff Top Walk, the Tanekaha Tracks, Tomarata Lakes, Waipu Coastal Track and Garden Spectacular, there are many new trails to walk and explore.

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Following recent seismic events on the Kaikoura coast, you may wish to learn about our geological history on the Geology Walk – see how the rock formations of the Mangawhai embayment were created and continue to evolve. All walks are graded for difficulty and guided by knowledgeable locals, and there are many great tales to tell.

On Saturday afternoon the Wine and Food Festival springs to life in the Olive Grove. Relax, catch up on the experiences of the day with friends, enjoy great local wines and beers and outstanding food, and dance till dusk to the music of Daughters of Ally.

Sunday kicks off with the Walkers’ Big Breakfast – this brilliant buffet will set you up the day. Try a climb to the top of Bald Rock, a distinctive local landmark which offers spectacular views from Kaipara to Mangawhai.

The Mangawhai Walking Weekend is always hugely popular, and numbers are limited, so book early and come walk with us in 2017! Bookings open 6th January, and full details of all activities available are on our website.

24-26 March 2017 | www.mangawhaiwalking.co.nz

24-26 March 2017 3 days 34 glorious walks One magical destination Come walk with us! www.mangawhaiwalking.co.nz

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Whether you’re celebrating or simply need a getaway, enjoy one of our 4 romantic suites, each with its own personality and character, providing you with a memorable stay.

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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.

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Mealbook is looking for locals who love to cook and meet new people.

Eating with locals is not new overseas, but it is here. Travellers book, then pay to come and enjoy a meal with you.

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Rare retail opportunity in beautiful Matakana Village. High end, established unisex fashion boutique with great brands, loyal customer base and strong sales in the heart of the Village.

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The Ridge cottages in Mangawhai This secluded hilltop setting with five acres of garden and native bush provides wonderful views of the coast and estuaries.

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january gig guide MARKETS:

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Every Sat 8.00 – 13.00 Every Sat 8.00 – 15.00 Every Sat 9.00 – 13.00 Every Sun 9.00 – 12.00 Every Sun 10.00 – 14.00 First Sat of the Month 8.00 – 13.00 Second Sun of the Month 9.00 – 13.00 Second Sun of the Month 8.30 – 13.00 Last Sun of the Month 9.00 – 13.00 Every Sun in Jan-5 Feb 12.00 8 Jan 12 Feb 12 Mar 9 Apr 8.30 – 13.00

Event Venue website Matakana Village Farmers’ Market Matakana Markets Mangawhai Farmers’ Market Kawau Boating Club Market Day Matakana Vintage Markets & Sunday Sessions Warkworth Museum Market Day Waipu Boutique Market Summer Market Puhoi Farmers Market Matakana Wine & Plant Market Leigh Community

Matakana Village The Old Dairy Factory, Matakana The Village, Library Hall, Mangawhai Kawau Boating Club Matakana Village Old Masonic Hall Waipu Coronation Hall Waipu Leigh Hall mancon@actrix.co.nz Puhoi Domain Matakana Village Market Leigh Hall

See pages 20 + 21 for school holiday programme dates.

Sat 15 Dec State of Play Fri 14 – 15 Jan Flightpath Wed 28 Dec 20.00 – 21.00 Moonlight SUP Tours Wed 28 Dec 21.30 Latinaotearoa Thu 29 – 31 Dec Northern Bass Thu 29 Dec 20.00 – 21.00 Moonlight SUP Tours Fri 30 Dec 20.00 – 21.00 Moonlight SUP Tours Sat 31- 2 Jan 10.00 – 16.00 Great Summer Art Exhibition Sat 31 Dec 19.00 Kane Steves Sat 31 Dec 19.00 New Years Eve Beach Party DJ & Live Music Sat 31 Dec 20.00 New Years Eve Party Arthur Ahbez, Borneo & Dave Weir Sat 31 Dec 20.00 New Years Eve Party Bon Accord Bar & Bistro Sat 31 Dec 21.00 New Years Eve Party Remininse Soul Sat 31 Dec 20.00 The Harp & Friends Sun 1 Jan 12.00 New Year’s Day Regatta Sun 1 Jan Waipu Highland Games Mon 2 Jan Mangawhai Annual Summer Gala Tue 3 Jan 21.00 Liquid Lowdown Tue 3 Jan 19.00 Broods, Theia, Kings Thurs 5 – 8 Jan Ice Skate Tour Thu 5 Jan 19.30 Dragon, Mi-Sex, The Feelers Thu 5 Jan 15.30 - 17.30 About Face Exhibition Opening Fri 6 Jan Jimi Hendrix Tribute Show Fri 6 Jan 21.30 Yoko Zuna, Bailey Wiley & Third 3ye Sat 7 Jan 16.00 Music in the Vines Sat 7 Jan 21.00 DJ AHVU & Chrys G Leigh Sat 7 Jan 17.30 Katchafire, Aaradhna & Sons of Zion With Kora Thu 12 Jan 20.30 Paul Ubana Jones Fri 13 Jan 21.30 Mana Lion & Tunes Of I Sat 14 – 15 Jan The Extravaganza Sat 14 Jan 9.00 Puhoi Woodchopping Carnival Sat 14 Jan 16.00 Music in the Vines Te Whai Bay Wines Sat 14 Jan The Narcs with Pete Warren & Rikki Morris Sun 15 Jan Yoga and Social Fri 20 Jan 17.00 – 20.00 Twilight Trail Fri 20 – 22 Jan Kite Camp Sat 21 Jan 16.00 Music in the Vines Sat 21 Jan - 26 Feb Landscape Show Sat 21 Jan Devilskin NZ Tour Tue 24 Jan 19.30 Jamie Ellouise Fri 27 Jan 21.30 Mike Love Roots & Reggae Sat 28 – 29 Jan Warkworth A&P Lifestyle Show Sat 28 Jan The Veils With Special Guests The Mermaidens Mon 30 Jan Club Night With Special Guests Callenish Sat 4 Feb 16.00 Summer Classic Waitangi Weekend Sat 4 Feb 16.00 The Winery Tour 2017 Sun 5 Feb The Mangawhai Bowl Jam Thu 9 Feb Tattletale Saints Sun 12 Feb Top Of The Rock Fri 17 Feb Lotus Bloom Sat 18 Feb Music in the Gardens Sat 25 Feb 10.00 – 15.00 Warkworth Town Hall Grand Opening Sat 25 Feb 17.30 Sun 28 Feb Matakana Xrun Sat 4 – 5 Mar Matakana Wine, Beer & Food Festival Sat 4 Mar – 9 Apr Not Just Flowers Fri 17 Mar Harvest Dinner Sun 12 Mar 9 – 12 Get Moving Festival Fri 24 – 26 Mar Mangawhai Walking Week Fri 24 – 26 Mar MataCarnival Fundraiser

The Vivian Gallery Blackshed Gallery Waipu Omaha Blue Adventures Leigh Sawmill Café Mangawhai Omaha Blue Adventures Omaha Blue Adventures Snells Beach Warkworth RSA Matakana Village Pub Leigh Sawmill Café Kawau Island Three Furlongs Kaiwaka Mangawhai Tavern Kawau Boating Club Waipu Mangawhai Leigh Sawmill Café Mangawhai Tavern Matakana Primary School Mangawhai Tavern Art Matakana Ascension Wine Estate Leigh Sawmill Café Te Whai Bay Wines Mangawhai Sawmill Café Mangawhai Tavern Leigh Sawmill Café Leigh Sawmill Café Matakana Country Park Puhoi Pub Mangawhai Mangawhai Tavern The Cove Café Brick Bay Sculpture Trail Omaha Blue Adventures Te Whai Bay Wines Mangawhai The Vivian Gallery Mangawhai Tavern Leigh Sawmill Café Leigh Sawmill Café Rodney Showgrounds Warkworth Leigh Sawmill Café Whangateau Hall Mangawhai Tavern Ascension Wine Estate Mangawhai Activity Zone Whangateau Hall Kaiwaka Sports Complex Brick Bay Kawau Island Warkworth Town Operanesia Matakana Country Park Matakana Country Park The Vivian Gallery Brick Bay Warkworth Cement Works Mangawhai Matakana Village Market

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A BALI HIGH ON THE MATAKANA WATERFRONT

25 Ti Point Road, Ti Point Perched on the stunning cliff top of Ti Point, subtly screened from view by the mature Pohutakawa trees, sits this just completed grand Bali style home.

Enjoying a high end finish throughout the three bedroom home, plus two guest rooms, there is nothing more to do but laze the day away pool side or take your travellator down to the foreshore.

Stunning views over Mathesons Bay and out to Little Barrier Island are maximised at every turn and the covered wrap around verandas are reminiscent of relaxed island style living.

Tropical and native plantings have been completed along with a substantial orchard area that will thrive and grow as you settle into your new lifestyle.

Really want to escape the rat race? The two oversized water tanks, solar panels and a 15KWA generator plus fruit from the maturing orchard and the abundant supply of seafood from the shore below, allow off the grid living for complete seclusion if desired. A tiled heated pool with built-in outdoor kitchen, complete with BBQ, ice maker, fridge and surround sound will make it the place to be this summer. The prepared flat lawn allows plenty of room for the kids to explore.

No expense has been spared in developing this waterfront masterpiece, easily rating as one of the most elegant homes our area has to offer.

Call us today for the full information pack and to organise a time to view.

Dahnie Burton P 021 628 327 B 09 425 7640 E dahnie.burton@bayleys.co.nz

Peter Marsh P 021 772 477 B 09 425 7640 E peter.marsh@bayleys.co.nz

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