It will have been hard not to notice the sculpture of the giant ‘eagle’ that stands resplendent on the roundabout of the new motorway, but what kind of bird is it exactly, and what does it symbolise? Metal artist and creator of the beast in question, Nathan Hull, has the answers.

A new program addressing employment preparation at Springboard will better equip and empower the young people for successful and independent living.

Tiffany Hubbard, a Warkworth local, embarked on her journey as a bookkeeper with a vision to provide comprehensive support to small business owners. After years of balancing a regular job and managing her bookkeeping as a side hustle, she made the decision to commit fully to Inner Circle Consulting.

The eighth Brick Bay folly architectural design project is complete and open to visitors.

A stunning house at Langs Beach is a recent project by OTC. Despite some challenges, it is one they will never forget.

vUrbs planning services covers all aspects of regional and district planning throughout New Zealand. Their approach is to seek early involvement to identify any issues that might arise from the outset, which tends to saves time and money.

As the owner of Matakana shop, Neighbourhood Recycle, Olivia Courtney may be familar to some. But her real passion lies in painting.

Liz Kerby is founder of Lizzie K & Co, and has a lifelong passion for the inner workings of houses and what that says about the people that live in them.

Turn your bedroom into a warm and cosy sanctuary this winter with these gorgeous colour palettes, eye catching details and an eclectic mix of bedside accessories.

Mahurangi College is providing a solid foundation for students wishing to enter the building industry, to develop their skills and be ready to walk straight into a job by the time they leave.

Duncan Northcott started designing tables in 2018 for family and friends and it soon became a thriving business. Here he talks about what sets his tables apart from the rest, and his plans for the future.

It’s been an incredible season for sheep shearer, Toa Henderson, who has truly made his mark on the New Zealand competition scene. This season has come to an end but he has his eye on the biggest prize of all for the next season.

An award-winning forever family home in which function meets style, and where craftsmanship and design shine through.

This runaway bride embodies this season's trends on the open road; wind in her hair, statement earrings and sunnies that reflect the era of her getaway car. She’s searching for her mister right…and having a great time in the process.

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and looking and feeling your best is essential. Bridal makeup should enhance your natural beauty and reflect your personal style. To help you achieve your desired look, Cindy Longley at Pure Makeup Artistry has rounded up the latest bridal makeup trends for the upcoming wedding season.

An intimate getaway surrounded by much-loved family and friends made for the perfect wedding day for this local baker and her husband.

Choosing flowers for your special day doesn’t have to be hard, with Flower Junkies’ simple packages it’s just a case of selecting a colour and they’ll do the rest.

Following the Covid lockdowns, when it became a bit of a struggle to find a good supply of fresh vegetables in the shops, a local community group, Wellsford & District Seed & Produce Swap, was created to help locals come together to form a growing co-operative.

April signals the end of the summer bounty and presents opportunities to make the most of the produce left on your plants. Before you pull them out, seize the moment to make preserves with anything left behind from summer. A chutney or pickle maybe? Going forward, the shorter days and cooler temperatures will favour the establishment of winter vegetables like broad beans, broccoli, greens, peas and carrots. Keep your garden cycle turning!

Creating nutritious pet food by using sustainable and humane practices to create zero waste, is how Wilson Hobbs and his daughter, Katherine, run their family business.