A national advisory for strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges at the shore has been issued following a magnitude 7.7 earthquake near the Loyalty Islands (near New Caledonia).Northland is likely to be one of the first regions affected.Strong currents and surges can injure and drown people. There is a danger to swimmers, surfers, people fishing, small boats and anyone in or near the water close to shore.People in or near the sea in the following areas should move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, rivers and estuaries. They are advising people to:• Move out of the water, off beaches and shore areas and away from harbours, rivers and estuaries.• Do not go to the coast to watch the unusual wave activity as there may be dangerous and unpredictable surges.• Listen to local civil defence authorities and follow any instructions.• Share this information with family, neighbours and friends.The first tsunami activity causing these strong currents and surges may reach New Zealand in the areas around North Cape from about 4.20am today; however this may be later and the first tsunami activity may not be the most significant. Strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges will continue for several hours and the threat must be regarded as real until this Advisory is cancelled.

As the total pool of properties available for sale in New Zealand falls to record lows, there is continuing pressure on house prices, with the country seeing a new record median house price for the fourth month in a row, according to the latest data from the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ), source of the most accurate real estate data in New Zealand. At one point last month in Omaha, there was only one property for sale, compared to the usual 70 to 100 listings in the suburb. Experts believe the Covid-19 pandemic is causing a shift in lifestyles. There are currently five properties up for sale. Precision Real Estate agent, Di Balich, said low interest rates and the inability to travel overseas had caused unprecedented demand for baches in the area.In December 2020, Auckland’s median house price increased by 17.4% from $886,000 at the same time last year to $1,040,000 a new record high – the fifth consecutive month where Auckland has seen a new record median house price. In total 11 regions saw record median prices during December 2020.“Currently we have half the inventory levels we had back in December 2018. Therefore, there just isn’t enough choice for people looking to purchase, which has meant that there is significant pressure being placed on house prices in most parts of the country. When you add into the equation the fact that there are record low interest rates, people are more willing to compete to secure the property they want,” says Bindi Norwell, Chief Executive at REINZ.“This lack of choice and high levels of confidence is also causing properties to be sold at the quickest pace we’ve seen in 17 years. The median number of days to sell a house is now just 27 days, showing how people are moving quickly to secure ‘good’ properties,” she points out. “Auckland city remains New Zealand’s most expensive district in the country, with December seeing the city reach a new record median house price of $1,280,000 – hovering extremely close to the $1.3 million mark. Not far behind, was North Shore City on $1,235,000 and Rodney District on $1,005,000, showing how unaffordable the Auckland region is becoming, especially for first home buyers. 

Valentine's Day is next week, and if you don't want to be left struggling to find a romantic gift the night before, take a look at some of the Matakana Apps’ top picks for how to sweep your significant other off their feet.Jane Gifford DateOn Sunday the 14th of February, The Jane Gifford will be sailing down the Mahurangi River on a romantic three-hour cruise, departing from the Warkworth wharf at 9:00 a.m. Treat your wife, partner, friend to this special excursion down the historic Mahurangi River to Scotts Landing and Casnell Island return. Bring snacks, refreshments and a jacket. Reservations are preferred.Mystery Picnic DateSpend Valentine’s Day discovering more about not only your partner but also about the beautiful Matakana Coast. Start with a picnic hamper and let Village Picnic guide you on a journey to discover local artisan producers by solving clues and riddles along the way. At each stop, you will take time to admire the scenery and/or collect delicious, gourmet picnic food to enjoy at your final destination! All locally sourced products are made in NZ from the finest ingredients and personally selected by Philippa. Dinner at Wharf Street BistroWe have all heard that the way to heart is through the stomach, so why not treat your valentine to a delicious meal from Wharf Street Bistro. Enjoy the intimate, warm atmosphere, relax and enjoy fabulous cocktails on the sunny balcony. Matakana CinemasIf you are looking for a classic date idea, you can't beat the movie date. Grab a glass of wine at The Vintry before heading into one of the three stunning theatres to watch the latest films at Matakana Cinemas.

TuesdayCinema Enigma, Matakana Cinemas, 8:00 p.m.The movie is a mystery, an unknown, a surprise. Join us for Cinema Enigma, a screening of a surprise movie for just $8.00. You just won't know what the movie is until the opening credits roll! Take a chance with Matakana Cinemas. SaturdayThe Tahi Brothers, The Tahi Bar Warkworth, 7:00 p.m.Their very own house band, The Tahi Brothers, will be playing the get-happy rock & roll that they're famous for. See you at Warkworth's original craft beer bar, now with a new wine list and a full casual dining menu. Guardian Singles, The Leigh Sawmill Cafe, 8:00 p.m. Guardian Singles' hectic live shows have earned them the reputation of one of the best bands in Aotearoa. Their anthem-packed debut album enjoyed widespread success through NZ college radio and has been picked up internationally in places as far as Denmark, Italy, and Colombia. Band members Fiona Campbell (Vivian Girls, Coolies), Thom Burton (SoccerPractise, Wilberforces), Yolanda Fagan (Na Noise, Echo Ohs) and Durham Fenwick (Green Grove) will play favourites from their debut, alongside blistering new material that they're recording for their second album. SundayDubhead and Stinky Jim, Smiths Matakana, 2:00 p.m.Two heavyweight selectors laying out an afternoon's worth of aural delights free of charge, their music reinforced on an upgraded sound system for the day. Perfect for the whole family, with nearby playgrounds and rides, drinks specials and the amazing food on offer at Smiths.Big Buzz Festival, Matakana Primary School, 9:00 a.m.The Big Buzz Festival is a free entry, family-friendly, fun filled country fair in Matakana with stalls of all things bees, food trucks and live entertainment, free talks and workshops, spot prizes and competitions, free children's activities all day long and much more. This will be a stimulating day out experiencing the wonderful world of our pollinators, the honey bees, and all things associated with them, from honey to cosmetics, from health to gardening, from conservation to environmental awareness.

As February 14th draws closer, final preparations are underway for the Big Buzz Festival being held at Matakana Primary School.The army of volunteers has been assembled, the final coats of paint are going on the human size beehive, and there's a buzz in the air as excitement builds. The Big Buzz Festival is going to be an awesome day out for everyone, with a huge array of activities, food trucks, stalls and demonstrations. It will be educational and interesting, but most of all, it will be a big party for the whole family to enjoy.The festival aims to educate everyone on these fuzzy buzzy little insects who are such an important part of our ecosystem. Event organiser Isabella says that “it's nice to see so many people getting excited about the festival. We want people to see how important bees are and take away some of the fear around them.” There will be live music from Jasper and Jane and Latakana all day, along with free Charlies Gelato, with three different types of ice cream (including a dairy free option), all made with honey: rose honey, mango honey, and coco honey. Yum!The highlights of the day include a honey-based cooking demonstration from internationally renowned chef Cory Campbell, and two sessions of honey tasting with beekeeper and Big Buzz organiser Grass, where 50 New Zealand honeys will be available to sample.For the younger ones (and the young at heart), there will be a 3 metre x 3 metre x 3 metre beehive, into which you can venture to learn about all about bees. There is also a fabulous photo wall, and since it's valentines, there will be space for you to leave a special message for your honey. It truly is going to be a fabulous day, and even better, it's free! So, head along to Matakana Primary School on February 14th for a BEE-autiful day!

Locals were outraged on Saturday after a pair was caught fishing inside Goat Island Marine Reserve.In a post to their Facebook Page, Goat Island Dive and Snorkel expressed their disappointment that people could be so selfish. “Unsure what is worse; the fact that people were fishing in the reserve or the fact that they were fishing there in the middle of the day from the main beach and all the people around didn’t say anything?”By the time the pair were spotted they had reeled in two snapper. One was returned to the water alive while the other had died.A person who came across the fishers said they appeared to not realise it was a marine reserve and were "very sorry"."Unbelievable that after 45 years of marine protection some people say they didn't know what a marine reserve was."Luckily for the rest of the fish, two amazing locals came to the rescue and managed to stop the people from fishing. If you see any poaching, please call DOC on 0800 362 468 immediately and try and gather the evidence needed to present to the Ministry of Primary industries in order to see the appropriate punishment applied.Locals seemed to be in agreement that at the very least those involved deserved a huge fine.The marine reserve is a place where natural and undisturbed marine environments and sea life can be studied. This is important as it gives researchers something to compare to when investigating the effects of human activity and climate change. The reserve protects a large range of near-shore and reef-dwelling organisms in a clean, largely silt-free environment, which contrasts with much of the inner Hauraki Gulf.Visitors are encouraged to enjoy boating, swimming, snorkelling, scuba diving, and picnicking in the marine reserve. However, a number of activities are prohibited or restricted to protect the area’s marine life and habitats. The following are offences under the Marine Reserves Act:• Fishing of any kind • Taking or disturbing any marine life, including shellfish and seaweeds• Taking of any part of the sea floor, including rocks and shells• Feeding the fish, as this disturbs their natural behaviour.The marine reserve is managed by the Department of Conservation (DOC). Its success depends on the care and vigilance of visitors. If you see people taking fish or other marine life within the reserve, please report it to DOC.

With another scorcher of a long weekend coming up, it is safe to assume that the traffic in our area this weekend will be nightmarish.Last weekend (Auckland Anniversary Weekend) saw queues going into Warkworth from all directions for most of the weekend, and traffic was still at a standstill in Warkworth at 8:00 p.m. on Monday evening. On top of the usual hordes of holiday makers this long weekend, there is also the Summer Classic music festival at Ascension Vineyard, which will bring plenty more people to Matakana. The festival will be on Saturday February 6th, starting at 4:00 p.m. and ending at 11:00 p.m. so we suggest avoiding travelling between Matakana and Warkworth around these times.Northbound traffic on State Highway 1 on Friday is predicted be busiest between Puhoi and Wellsford from 2.00 p.m. to 7.00 p.m. This stretch will probably also be busy on Saturday between 11.00 a.m. and 2.00 p.m. Plan your weekend around these times if possible, as you don't want precious holiday time eaten up sitting in a hot car.NZTA have an interactive holiday journeys map. They are encouraging motorists to use this in the hope it will ease congestion and minimise traffic over the long weekend.Whether you're a local or you’re heading to the area to celebrate the sunshine for the long weekend, be aware that trips may take a little longer than usual, so be patient on the roads and drive safely.

Omaha residents have reported multiple instances of people getting injured thanks to uneven footpaths around the area.There have been two injuries in the past week alone, one of which resulted in a boy being taken to hospital. While riding his bike, the young man hit a piece of concrete that had been lifted by tree roots and ended up with compound fracture to left arm.“Council needs to sort this out. Our high rates should be keeping this maintained. My son will continue to have issues from this, and he has a long rehabilitation in front of him.” said the boy's father in a Facebook post warning others of the danger.Another woman shared a photo of a serious graze she suffered to her leg after tripping on the uneven surface of another Omaha path.Local board Member Beth Houlbrooke was quick to respond to the post in the Omaha Beach Community Facebook page where she encouraged people who had experienced problems with dodgy footpaths to contact the council via their ‘report a problem’ page.Footpaths alongside a roadway are the responsibility of Auckland Transport, but beach access and walkways are the responsibility of Auckland Council. The incident involving the boy happened on the walkways near the northern end of Omaha Beach, so it is the responsibility of Auckland council to ensure that these paths are properly maintained and are not hazardous.

Waitangi Day marks the anniversary of the initial signing – on 6 February, 1840 – of the Treaty of Waitangi. This year, because the official date of Waitangi Day falls on a Saturday, the following Monday, February 8th, will be observed as a public holiday. There's plenty happeninmg on the Matakana Coast to keep the whole family entertained this Waitangi weekend. FridayLooking For Alaska, The Leigh Sawmill CafeHamilton indie-folk band Looking For Alaska released their new album 'Light and Shadow' this November, and to celebrate are playing a bunch of ‘sick as’ shows around New Zealand over summer. Looking For Alaska are stoked to be visiting Leigh for their first ever show. Joined by their band, this night at the legendary Leigh Sawmill Cafe is going to be fantastic.Rhys Darby Movie Club: Monty Python and the Holy Grail Sing along, Matakana CinemasHead along to the Matakana Cinemas for some Friday night funnies with this hilarious, cult classic. All tickets purchased are eligible for a complimentary Zeffer Cider from the Vintry. There will also be a 'lucky ticket' prize-pack to be drawn on the night. Movie begins at 8:00 p.m.SaturdayMoveable Feast, 8 Wired BarrelworksMatakana’s iconic Street Food Festival is back for an unstoppable fifth summer season. We’re bringing the best food trucks to the village again for you to sample the creativity of these talented, mobile foodies. Fun for the whole family!Summer Classic, Ascension Vineyard - SOLD OUTMatakana will be in seventh heaven this weekend with Summer Classic back in 2021 for its 7th year running, bigger and better than ever, hosted at the fan-favourite picturesque surroundings of the Ascension Wine Estate.With giant headliner Kanine, along with the legendary singer/songwriter/producer Example, recent Aotearoa Music Award winners Lee Mvtthews, Savage - back for one of his first NZ festivals since his stint in the US/Australia - and rising stars T1R, TwentyTwo, Syrup, Bloom, Kidku, and many more top Kiwi artists, this isn’t one to be missed!The Slow Water Band, The Tahi Bar and KitchenThere's something wonderful that happens whenever the Slow Water Band plays at The Tahi. The atmosphere is magical. Such beautiful, timeless music, played and sung so gorgeously. Everyone in the audience is on an emotional high. It's a lovely thing to be a part of. You should come down and join the fun. There's no cover charge.Cellar Door Sessions, Matakana EstateWhat could possibly be a better way to spend a long weekend than a wine tasting and live music? What a way to spend the Waitangi weekend holiday! The Matakana Estate is hosting a cellar door session, with live music from a four-piece jazz band, a summer lunch menu and cheese boards, and wine tasting and beers. Free entry for all. To book a table, contact Matakana Estate on 0800 568 686 or email [email protected]'m Still Standing - Elton John Experience, The Leigh Sawmill CafeRelaunching at the historic Leigh Sawmill after a successful set of shows at Anthology Lounge in late 2019, I'm Still Standing - An Elton John Experience is back!.Josh Clark pairs up again with NZ music icon Laughton Kora to bring the good vibes. Missed the Elton John concert? Why not come and see the next best thing NZ has to offer!Sunday:Sunday In The Park Work Day, Tawharanui Regional ParkThis is your opportunity to make a real difference to the biodiversity of Tāwharanui, and you may see parts of the park you have never been to before. All members, family and friends are always welcome. Once the work is completed, we will treat you to a barbecue lunch back at the woolshed. Vegetarian options are available. Please come with sturdy footwear that is clean to protect kauri at Tāwharanui. We know it's hot, but jandals are for the beach. Also ensure you bring water, sunscreen and a sunhat.

The Rodney Local Board will spend $7.3 million on footpaths over the next two years.Board Chair Phelan Pirrie says a board priority is expanding the footpath network between towns and villages to improve safety and make it easier for people to get around.“Our focus is on footpaths on busy school and pedestrian routes, and on linking existing areas to new developments.”Footpaths funding will come from the board’s transport capital fund. New footpaths approved from the Rodney Transport Targeted Rate Fund include:Goodall Road, From Mahurangi East Road to Number 20, $458,000Leigh Road, from number 578 to Ashton Road, $363,000Puhoi Road, from church to Puhoi Close, $757,000Hudson Road, From Z to Albert Road, $398,000Omaha Drive, from roundabout to community centre, $645,000Auckland Transport is assessing more paths for approval in the next few months. People keen to know more about the board’s activities, funding and investment decisions, can find information in the Rodney Local Board Plan 2020 available on the council website.

Every year, 76,000m3 are taken in water five to ten metres deep in the Mangawhai-Pakiri bay area: the site of the largest single nearshore sand mining activity in the developed world. The company, Kaipara Limited, responsible for much of the mining since 2006, are seeking to renew their consents to continue mining.If the application is approved, it will allow Kaipara Limited to extract up to a total of 2,000,000m³ of sand from an area of 44km² within the coastal marine area over a 20-year period. The application will be heard by hearing commissioners Les Simmons (Chairperson), Karyn Kurzeja, Melean Absolum and Juliane Chetham at a hearing from Monday 1st to Thursday 4th March, 2021, and Monday 8th to Friday 12th March, 2021 at the Warkworth Town Hall. Two days of this hearing will be held in the Pakiri Hall, dates to be advised.  The group ‘Friends of Pakiri Beach’, along with hundreds of locals, are strongly opposed to this operation and have made submissions against the licence renewal. There are two documents over 800 pages long explaining why the sand mining at Pakiri Beach should stop.Mining at Pakiri has been happening for over 80 years, and people who have regularly visited the beach over this time have seen a noticeable difference in the landscape. Pakiri Beach is a precious ecosystem, home to the Fairy Tern, New Zealand's rarest bird: there are only 40 left. Sand mining has the potential to drastically change their habitat, putting these rare birds at risk. In 2006, the High Court ruled in favour of sand mining, despite the objections of Pakiri residents and the Auckland Regional Council. The Environment Court decided that natural sand replenishment would compensate for sand taken, and so has continued to allow mining for the past 14 years. However, coastal scientists didn't necessarily agree, saying that only erosion of the sand dunes sand would replace the sand taken. Those who live in the area and those who frequently visit Pakiri Beach understand how lucky we are to have such beautiful natural ecosystems on our doorstep. Sand mining could put these ecosystems in jeopardy. 

Over Auckland Anniversary Weekend, more than 100 classic boats are expected to take part in the annual Mahurangi Regatta, celebrating the 44th anniversary of the regatta revival.The dates of the first Mahurangi Regatta are not recorded, though it harks back to the days of Gordon Browne’s spar station in the Mahurangi Harbour, possibly 1858.The long-running tradition had to be put to rest during World War II, to be revived in 1977 by Mahurangi Action. Mahurangi Cruising Club has been the regatta race organiser since 1990 and in 2016 Teak Construction came to the rescue of the Mahurangi Regatta shoreside events.Beginning on Friday the 29th, the classic yacht regatta kicks off with the Passage Race from Auckland to Mahurangi. Although the Saturday regatta is the main attraction, the Friday night race to Mahurangi is quite the spectacle. When the weather is reasonably light and clear, the fleet arrives after nightfall in a continuous, flowing river of red and green navigation lights stretching from the heads all the way back to Whangaparāoa Passage. Saturday sees the main event, as one of the finest classic yacht fleets in the world come together for a two-lap race of Mahurangi Harbour. The Classic Parade of Launches from Scotts Landing to Sullivans Bay gets events underway and the yacht racing begins at 1.00 p.m. with the Jane Gifford as flagship. The course provides an unparalleled spectacle over the following three or four hours as a glorious parade of sail passes, particularly for those who take a picnic lunch up to Tungutu Point.On shore, are the classic family fun events at Sullivans Bay, including sack, three-legged, and spud and spoon races, swimming races, boogie board races, as well as sand sculpting, egg throwing, lolly scramble and tugs of war.Regatta prize giving kicks off at 4.00 p.m. at Scotts landing and the after-match function sees the 18-piece West City Jazz Orchestra get everyone dancing. There is also free use of the gas barbeques, so pack a picnic and be prepared to dance the night away to a backdrop of sparkling boat lights on the water. There will be free morning-to-midnight Scotts Landing regatta shuttles running from paddock parking on Ridge Road. The last run of the free regatta shuttle will be from Scotts Landing all the way back to Mahurangi West.Sunday morning sees the final event of the regatta, a race back from Mahurangi to Auckland. The three-day affair has something for the whole family and is not an event to miss. The Mahurangi Regatta are looking for volunteers to help out and run events, so if you are available to ‘put your oar in’, even if it's just for a couple of hours, fill out the volunteer form here, phone 027 249 3804 or email [email protected].

The festival described as ‘Auckland's freshest boutique music festival’, Sounds like Summer, has been postponed.Around 1,500 people were expected to attend the Sounds Like Summer Festival to be held in Omaha this weekend, but unfortunately the event has been put off in the wake of two more people testing positive for Covid-19 following their stint in managed isolation. The line-up included Kiwi reggae legends Black Seeds, The Beths, who were recently named New Zealand's Best Alternative Artist at the Aotearoa Music Awards, along with Summer Thieves, Mini Simmons, Little Sunday, Hvia, Skye, Tito and plenty of other great Kiwi artists. "After consulting with the Ministry of Health as well as other interested groups, we felt it would be irresponsible to operate a festival and gathering of this size on the boundary of the Northland region," said spokesperson Jade Atkinson in a press release posted on the festival's social media pages.  The decision not to go ahead was largely influenced by having many of the festivalgoers coming locally, likely from areas which may have been visited by those people who have recently tested positive after their stay in managed isolation.Organisers have yet to announce alternative dates for the festival.

The Matakana App is proud to present our new Web App, which can be found here.The Web App shares all of the same features as the app, with sections for news, jobs, event guides, and more. It just allows you to view The Matakana App from a desktop computer, as well as your phone, Ipad or tablet, without downloading the actual app. It also allows all the content to be accessible via google searches.The app also has a new colour theme, Blue ocean.It will now be even easier to access and share all our community based content, and get all the latest news as soon as it comes out. Check out our Web App, and let us know what you think

On Sunday the 24th of January, a new Covid case in the community was announced. This case located in Northland is close to home, with the woman infected visiting stores in Mangawhai, Ruakaka, Helensville and Whangarei. In light of this, it is important to remember that just because New Zealand's management of Covid 19 has meant life is pretty close to normal for us, we cannot get complacent. Covid-19 is still very much an issue. This coming weekend is Auckland Anniversary weekend, and with plenty of events over the three-day holiday, there are likely to be a lot of visitors heading to the Matakana Coast to enjoy the time off. Use the NZ COVID Tracer app if you can. The app keeps New Zealand one step ahead of the virus: the more we scan the safer we’ll be.Turn on bluetooth tracing in your app, it keeps track of who you’ve been near, while maintaining everyone’s privacy. Combined with QR codes, they are important for contact tracing. If you are unable to access the app, sign in manually with a pen and paper at any businesses that you visit. The new highly transmissible Covid-19 strains have sent other countries into second and third lockdowns. Contact tracing allows the Ministry of Health to quickly identify anyone who may have come into contact with the virus and break the chain of transmission before it gets out of control. All Kiwis need to remember the importance of scanning.

Keep Fit Matakana has opened its doors, just in time to get in shape for the half of summer. Justin Fokema, the man behind the gym, has created a comfortable yet motivating space to achieve all your health and fitness goals. Keep Fit Matakana is located right in the village, in the space behind Jin Jin restaurant. Memberships start from just $8.00 for a weekender pass, perfect for those with holiday homes in the area, or those who work Monday to Friday. You can also buy concession cards and prepay in a lump sum to receive discounted rates. There is a great range of classes on offer, including Pilates, Yoga, HIIT, Mums N Bubs and more. They also have brand new strength machines and cardio equipment, a range of weights and free weights; no matter how you like to work out, Keep Fit Matakana has you covered. Ready to join? Give them a call on 027 3897079 or stop by and check out the gym at 44 Matakana Valley Road, Matakana.

Under the shade of the pohutukawas on each sunny Tuesday morning, you’ll find The Matakana App’s resident writer, Ruby, reading stories and singing songs at The Farmers Daughter in Omaha.At 10:00 a.m. every Tuesday, Ruby will be there to entertain the little ones, whisking them away to wonderland and other fantastical realms of the imagination. It's the perfect opportunity for mums, dads, and grandparents to sit down and enjoy a peaceful cup of coffee while the kids are happily occupied.The Farmers Daughter always has a mouthwatering selection of salads, sandwiches and cakes in their cabinet, so park up for a picnic on the grass and make the most of story time. Ruby has two years’ experience working in an early childhood centre, and she is currently working part time at Matakana Village preschool (when she's not writing for Matakana App, of course). 

Bookings for Creative Matakana have opened, but they are filling up fast.This week-long programme of artistic workshops is held in the second week of May each year, and includes courses held by experts in all mediums of art, including painting, sculpture, creative writing and textile work. Creative Matakana 2021 workshops are nearly half full already, so if you're dithering, dither no more.There are still spaces available for creative writing, stone sculpture, one of the cellphoneography days (learning to use your phone to its full potential), nature journaling with botanical painting, still life photography and choir singing.Several architecture days still have spaces, including a very cool one involving cooking lunch in a gorgeous Matakana home with global superchef Cory Campbell, a rare look behind the scenes at architect Noel Lane's work (Matakana Village and cinemas, Brick Bay and the Didsbury's Big House), and an architectural photography workshop with NZ's best home photographer, Simon Devitt.It's best to get in quick for the Friday Finale event too, with some of New Zealand's best women artists and curators in conversation at Brick Bay. Whether you are a seasoned artist or just looking to try something new, Creative Matakana will be a blast. To see what courses are still available, visit here

Matakana’s iconic street food festival, Moveable Feast, is back for an unstoppable fifth summer season. They're bringing the best food trucks to the village again so you can sample the creativity of these talented, mobile foodies.Hosted at Barrelworks, the home of 8 Wired Brewing in Matakana, there will be a wide range of delicious ice cold beers on tap, along with varied food offerings from all the food trucks. The next Moveable Feast will be held this Saturday, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., so if you're feeling peckish, head along to see what tasty treats are on offer. Toasted As food truck will be there for their first visit to Matakana in over a year. They have some sensational beer-infused toastie specials for you this weekend - think beef cheeks braised in 8 WIRED BREWING iStout, and pulled pork shoulder braised in Blackberry Way, both with fresh sriracha mayo slaw and pickles, plus their three cheese blend on artisan sourdough. Yum! Singing brother and sister duo Jasper and Jane will be playing live, with their seamless harmonies and upbeat sets of well-known covers; the perfect soundtrack for this laid-back summer afternoon.There are two more moveable feasts scheduled for this summer season: one on the 6th of February, and the second on the 20th of February.