Hūnua Falls sits perfectly composed by Auckland Regional Council’s frame installation.
For more than two decades, the rich aroma of coffees from all over the world have spurred Ria’s learning. Originally from the Philippines, she first entered the coffee industry there. She worked for a major coffee roaster, the kind that produces blends for many of the...
The Clevedon Farmers Market, a Sunday tradition, is a must-visit for food lovers seeking fresh, locally grown produce. With over 60 seasonal and permanent stalls offering everything from fresh vegetables to artisan products, the market also hosts Twilight Markets in...
Where is Waiuku? Nestled between Manukau Harbour and Karioitahi Beach, Waiuku (meaning "brown water") is a quirky township with a rich history. The Kentish Hotel, Waiuku's social focal point, is New Zealand's longest-standing tavern, and its walls are decorated in its...
1. Maraetai Beach My favourite beach in Franklin (not too far ahead of Karioitahi) where you can do everything from swim and relax to launching the boat. 2. Manukau Heads Lighthouse Located at the tip of the ancient Āwhitu Peninsula, the lighthouse gives amazing views...
A pizza-obsessed deli plus informal restaurant where you can buy all the equipment and ingredients to do it yourself. That’s the dream Brad Golchin and his wife Sirpa Gunn have made into reality at Pizzata in Pukekohe. From left: Brad Golchin, Sirpa Gunn (Owners of...
Blue Borage is a Franklin-based consultancy that teaches the art of making exquisite compost. Blue Borage Composting Solutions in Waiuku Katrina Wolff describes herself as an accidental kitchen garden consultant, an edible garden coach and a soilpreneur. She works...