There are only two weeks left until Christmas, but don't panic. If you haven't sorted your gifts out yet, there's no reason to brave the chaos of a mall when you can find everything you need right here on the Matakana Coast. Here are some of our favourite local picks for the perfect prezzies.

Two Matakana

Two Boutique has a beautiful collection of men’s and women’s clothing and accessories, from some of the most en vogue brands, including lots of Kiwi designed and made apparel. Have a look at the selection of beautiful, ethically sourced leather wallets and bags from Status Anxiety here, for a gift that your recipient is sure to get a lot of use out of. 

Trio Soy Candles 

Everybody loves a scented candle. Whether it's a gift for your mother-in-law, your child's teacher, or your neighbour, it's sure to go down a treat, and no one makes more heavenly scents than Trio Soy Candles. Made from 100 percent natural soy wax, their candles come in a wide range of scents and styles, so you're sorted no matter who you are buying for. All of their candles are hand crafted on-site in Matakana. See their range here

Brick Bay Sculpture Trail

Quality time is always a great gift, so why not give someone an afternoon of quality time in an absolutely gorgeous environment. You can wander the sculpture trail at Brick Bay Winery, while perusing the beautiful artworks and then sit down for a delicious meal or wine tasting afterwards.

Matakana botanicals

We all know someone who deserves a bit of pampering, and what better way to do that than with products made right here in our area. Matakana Botanicals use luxurious natural ingredients like extra virgin olive and macadamia oil pressed at Matakana, wild harvested organic manuka honey and manuka oil sourced from Great Barrier Island and lavender grown and distilled on their own farm. They operate from a eco-farm and produce a variety of ranges, with an emphasis on soothing skin and soul to enhance well-being .