Voice of the wind
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Voice of the wind

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

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Labour of love
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Labour of love

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

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No stone left unturned
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No stone left unturned

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.

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Painting from memory
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Painting from memory

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

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The inside story
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The inside story

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.

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Bedroom bliss
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Bedroom bliss

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.

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Building a future
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Building a future

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.

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Setting standards
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Setting standards

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.

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A cut above the rest
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A cut above the rest

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.

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From the ground up
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From the ground up

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

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Runaway bride
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Runaway bride

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.

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The stand out bride
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The stand out bride

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.

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Bam’s big day
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Bam’s big day

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

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Addicted to love
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Addicted to love

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.

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Seed of inspiration
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Seed of inspiration

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.

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Gardening calendar - April 2023
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Gardening calendar - April 2023

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!

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Bush to bowl
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Bush to bowl

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.

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Big dreams are made of this
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Big dreams are made of this

More than just an arts hub, Foundation Gallery in Leigh has a culture-conscious, community minded visionary at its helm, Hillary Austin.

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Free flowing finish
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Free flowing finish

Interior Designer, Shanly Simpson, has a keen eye and pays great attention to detail. She also places value on being aware of clients’ needs and wishes. But most importantly, for her, it’s about going with the flow.

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Super styling
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Super styling

Amber Armitage is a stylist and art director with an ever-evolving style and eye for the inspirational.

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