No Limits Surf, Skate & Golf has firmly planted itself as a go-to spot for outdoor enthusiasts in Mangawhai Heads. What started as a passion project has grown into a thriving business that captures the essence of this vibrant coastal town.

Setting out with a simple yet powerful mission, Vicki Fricker’s passion for empowering teen girls to express themselves through fashion has culminated in the launch of &Wild Clothing.

Blending traditional craftsmanship with modern creativity, Surf by Blank has carved a niche in New Zealand's surf scene, offering high-performance boards and gear with a fresh twist.

Jules Bright, the passionate founder of Earth’s Kitchen Sunscreen, is on a mission to revolutionise sunscreen with a solution that’s as good for people, as it is for the planet.

Frances Dickinson is an underwater filmmaker, photographer, and video editor based on the Big Omaha coastline; so it comes as no surprise that Goat Island is one of her favourite spots.

Established in 1986, the Warkworth Gamefish Club forms the Sportfishing Division of the Sandspit Yacht Club, bringing together fishing enthusiasts in this coastal locale.

For Waipu parents Marnie and Steve Hillier, a day at the beach with four young boys meant endless sunscreen struggles and concerns about UV protection. So they created Cucumber Cool - a range of full-coverage, UPF50+ swimsuits and hats designed to keep kids safe, visible, and stylish in the sun. We caught up with Marnie to learn more.

Building up to be another sensational event, create a sand sculpture masterpiece at this year’s Sansational event. A day billed as a fun-filled family day out by the organisers, The REAL Team at Barfoot & Thompson Mangawhai in conjunction with Mangawhai Lions Club, has something for everyone.

We check back in with the Orton/Bagnall family as they dream of white sand beaches, crystal clear warm water, abundant marine life and bonfires on coconut palm-laden islands on the next leg of their adventure.

After a career spent exploring the world and working with major international airlines, Cindy Bakewell now shares her wealth of travel knowledge as a trusted advisor - guiding clients to unforgettable experiences and expertly planned journeys.

The Waipu River Walk stands as a community-driven project that has turned a stretch of riverside into an easy loop trail with scenic views.

A passionate surfer and craftswoman, Lou Aitken has been building boards for nearly 10 years, culminating in the opening of her own Matakana-based factory.

Ready to gain the confidence, stamina and courage to explore uncharted territory? Leigh local, Kaye Mueller, invites sea enthusiasts of all levels to join adventures that are worth diving into.

Locally-led marine conservation project, Te Kohuroa Rewilding Initiative (TKRI), creates hands-on restoration activities to support the regeneration of the coastline at Matheson Bay, Leigh.

Making history with three talented young surfers from Mahurangi College on the team for the first time, Auckland has claimed victory at the New Zealand Secondary Schools Surf Nationals.

What began as a few hand-drawn designs and an Instagram page has since evolved into a flourishing business that proudly represents local surf culture.

After years of adventure working on private sport fishing boats, Tony Orton and Bea Bagnall felt the call of the open sea once more. Trading their busy lives in Mangawhai for life aboard a sailing catamaran, they’ve set out with their two young children to explore remote destinations and live life on their own terms. We check in with the family to hear about their journey so far.

When Sally and Grant Marshall decided to sell their Matakana Village based business, Matakana Home, and open a new art gallery in Warkworth, their first consideration was what will it be called?

In the quaint and picturesque town of Whangateau, a converted barn has become the at-home-pottery-studio of ceramic artist Hannah Mills.