Having just completed his fourth successful exhibition at the Mangawhai Artists Gallery, Roland Seibertz’s colours and shapes make people stop, make them look and feel uplifted.

Replacing the historic tramcar-turned-bach that originally lent its name to Whangateau's Tramcar Bay, there now stands an impressive waterfront home deserving of the recognition it receives.

What started as a quest for barefoot living culminated in the creation of Songbird Villa and Cottage - a breathtaking utopia in Matheson Bay that not only showcases stunning sea views but also exemplifies the warmth and generosity of the magical community in Leigh.

Philippa Murray-Aynsley, better known as Pip, lives with her husband in Mangawhai Heads and is a self taught photorealism portrait artist working in black and white oils.

Having recently relocated to reside in the heart of Matakana, meet the artist with a palette that echoes a life richly lived.

A new store in Matakana is born of a love of good design. Passion project of interior designer Lucinda McDonald, Home Matters has arrived, offering vibrant homeware, giftware, furniture and a range of interior design services.

A family affair crafting and building quality, open-ended, outdoor toys and furniture from a range of locally sourced timbers.

Nestled among native forests and winding landscapes in Mangawhai, a group of dedicated volunteers known as the Mangawhai Tracks Charitable Trust, affectionately dubbed the 'trackies,' is quietly making a significant impact on the community.

Matakana’s seventh annual week of arts and food workshops will include some big names in 2024. Bookings open on Monday 8 January at 8am – be ready as some will sell out!

Made By Hideaway is a bespoke building company based in Auckland building tiny homes, custom designed outdoor saunas, sleepouts and other small dwellings locally and nationwide. Their first rentable off-grid cabin, fondly named Mabel, is remotely located in the rolling hills of rural Waipu and awaiting your visit.

A contemporary, low maintenance home was the brief for this hilltop beauty, resulting in a building where elegance and minimal maintenance combine with a unique twist to provide a modern oasis.

Local artist, Bridget Bahlmann, launches Inspire Isle, bringing together art and positive psychology with transformative workshops and luxury swimwear.

Sustainable stays with a small footprint and ways you can reduce your environmental impact when travelling; brought to you by Sustainable Kaipara.

Not just a store but a reflection of the owner's passion and creativity. Pretty Useful is a sweet little shop, born from a desire to infuse a touch of beauty and humanity into our lives.

Are you yearning for fragrant summer evenings, dappled shade, and the feeling of a tropical island oasis? Let Matakana Frangipani transport you to your happy place: a world of vibrant colours and intoxicating fragrances right at home in your backyard.

Designed and tested for successfully targeting big aggressive pelagic fish, Mike and his family live in the small seaside town of Waipu, where they run their successful business, On Top Lures.

Beth and Roger Harper vividly remember the first time that they saw the stunning beauty of the Mahurangi Harbour from their boat, over 20 years ago now. It was magical then, and it is no less magical now.

Alta Surf, owned and operated by Mangawhai based Zac Balfour is a specialised company selling high performance surfboard fins. After experiencing numerous frustrations to find affordable high-performance fins over many years of surfing, Zac recognised there was an opportunity to address a gap in the market.

As of mid this year, one of the owners of 5R Studio, an interior design and styling company, made the move to the charming town of Waipu.

Nestled discreetly behind a lush, ivy-covered fence on Matakana Valley Road, is a charming cottage that has recently undergone a stunning transformation.