Made and managed by kids

Two enterprising local kids, Izzy Wagstaff and Lucy Howlett, invite all young creatives to showcase their skills and products in the first Matakana Junior Artisans' Market, happening in August.

Women who are interested in joining a group of amazing like-minded women, who inspire and support each other within the community, need look no further.

Nestled on a quiet street in Warkworth, Gaby Bailey, a passionate animal lover, has created a sanctuary for neglected and mistreated reptiles. Established in 2022, Be Kind Exotic Animal Rescue has become a haven for reptiles, offering them a safe place until they can find their forever homes.

Paul Bondsfield will attempt to break the Guinness World Record for marathon drumming on Saturday 8 April. But what would inspire someone to keep drumming for six days? Too much cancer.

It’s no surprise that so many from the area rallied to help Hawke's Bay following the cyclone devastation. We wanted to mention a few who went the extra mile (literally, in some cases) to provide for those affected.

Saving lives for over three decades, not only is the Omaha Beach Surf Life Saving Club dedicated to making sure beachgoers are safe in and out of the water, the club also plays an integral part in teaching kids invaluable, lifelong skills.

Although the Women’s Centre Rodney (WCR) was established over 30 years ago, moving to their current location in Morpeth Street in Warkworth allowed the organisation to really grow and improve, and in turn better support women in need; reducing isolation and promoting family wellbeing.