Matakana’s highly anticipated asphalt pump track at Diamond Jubilee Park is now open for summer fun.

A group of passionate locals recently came together with a shared goal to bring wearable art back to the heart of Waipu.

Tucked away in the heart of Mangawhai, Mangawhai Retreat is a private sanctuary designed for slowing down, switching off, and truly unwinding.

Celebrating the ease, light, and unmistakable energy of a coastal summer, captured through the lens of local photographer and long-time Junction contributor Kate Little.

Ceramic artist Mike Hooton has spent decades shaping clay into works that balance craftsmanship, experimentation, and a deep connection to place.

Coastal Country was founded on a simple observation: the need for versatile, functional products that enhance both outdoor and indoor living spaces.

Step into a one-of-a-kind glamping experience at The Green Tent, where a beautifully crafted Mongolian-style yurt invites guests to slow down, unwind, and reconnect with what matters most.

When UK architect and TV personality George Clarke arrived on Kawau Island earlier this year, he wasn’t just soaking in the scenery – he was uncovering one of New Zealand’s most innovative and heartfelt takes on the classic Kiwi bach.

Husband-and-wife duo Dawn and Mike Dutton are turning eyes into art, capturing the intricate beauty of the human iris.

In the coastal township of Mangawhai, Arcline Architecture has carefully crafted this new home to sit within its bush-clad setting, rather than stand apart from it.

Perfectly positioned in the heart of uptown Auckland, Cordis Auckland combines refined luxury with a genuine sense of place.

One of Leigh’s most iconic attractions, Glass Bottom Boat Tours, is beginning an exciting new chapter under fresh management this season.

From the streets of 1980s Dunedin to the vibrant art spaces of Northland, Rebecca Barclay-Clist has spent her life weaving creativity, teaching, and collaboration into a career that continues to inspire.

Nestled amongst regenerating native bush in Kaipara, Mangawhai Barn is a striking example of sustainable living and thoughtful design.

In a world where convenience often trumps quality, a small local fishing company founded and owned by Dave and Wendy Moore of Warkworth is redefining what quality bait really means.

Contemporary artist Lisa Watkins, better known as MyShinyMadness, transforms the chaos of modern life into unapologetically shiny, purposeful works of art.

Tiki Beach is redefining relaxation in Mangawhai, offering a social wellness retreat unlike anything the region has seen.

Introducing kids to fishing can be a rewarding and memorable experience. With careful preparation and a focus on safety, young anglers can quickly develop a love for the sport. Below are some simple strategies and tips for fun, safe and engaging fishing with the whole family.

Warkworth photographer Cally Whitham has long been captivated by the quiet beauty of rural life, a fascination that began in childhood and continues to inform her distinctive body of work.

Thoughtful collaboration and clever design turned a challenging hillside site in Kaipara into a place of retreat and connection.