Ruru Retreat

12/06/2026

Come and stay with us for a winter weekend escape. This trip sounds fabulous.
https://www.airbnb.co.nz/rooms/1557739483957854472

Join us at dawn as we cruise through the Bay of Islands beneath the stars of Matariki ✨🌅

We’re excited to be partnering with Explore Group New Zealand for this year’s annual Matariki Dawn Cruise on Saturday 11 July!

The cruise includes:
⭐ Storytelling from local guides and tohunga
⭐ Witnessing the sunrise beneath the stars of Matariki
⭐️ Complimentary tea and coffee on board
⭐ Breakfast at Otehei Bay

Experience the beauty of the Bay at first light while learning about the significance of Matariki from those who know it best.

Book now 👉🏼 https://www.dolphincruises.co.nz/bay-of-islands-cruises/matariki-dawn-cruise/

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Life is good 😍😉❤️

31/05/2026

Bonjour tout le monde 😊
We’re open for King’s birthday 🤗 it’s your chance to try our new High Tea experience ! Don’t miss out and book today at https://la-patisserie.co.nz/high-tea/.
Treat yourself with family or friends on a rainy day 🥰☕️ !
A bientôt ☺️ !
La Patisserie
Open today and tomorrow
34 Macadamia Lane - Waipapa

30/05/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗶 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 – 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟯 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲

Our International Winter Wednesday series continues next week as we head to Thailand for one night only.

From fragrant Massaman beef cheek curry and spicy Tom Yum seafood soup to grilled Moo Ping skewers, Pad Thai prawns, fresh salads, and traditional Thai desserts, this menu brings together bold flavours and comforting winter favourites inspired by Thai cuisine.

Settle in for a relaxed midweek evening with local wines, Northland craft beer, and a menu designed for sharing and enjoying at your own pace.

Bookings are already building steadily, so we recommend reserving your table early.

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📍 Plough & Feather – Kerikeri

30/05/2026

We bit of fun. Dressed Porkie up for Kings👑birthday 🎂 weekend. How regal does he look? Adorable.
Stay safe this long weekend lovelies ❤️ and enjoy. 😉

29/05/2026

Stay safe on the roads this long weekend lovelies. Be patient and allow time. Make it to your destination safe.

26/05/2026

Wow....I had business south today and headed through Kawakawa. Only a 25min drive from I had heard of this shop but never stopped. Its on the main road through town. If you are visiting the north and want a keep sake that simply expresses Northland, or perhaps a gift or even a work of art for yourself, this is a must see. I found a beautiful new piece for the retreat, so excited. The ladies in store are lovely and the selection of art works and hand crafted goodies were gorgeous. If your heading North or heading home from a vacation stop in, you wont regret it.

23/05/2026

Love these guys. Doing what Kiwis do best. Creativity and fulfilling a dream.

🦉 From Christchurch to the Bay of Islands, the Parliament keeps growing.

Turns out the Laughing Owl has found a home in Ōkaihau at Ruru Retreat

What started as a simple message from Roz after spotting our bottle online quickly turned into one of those moments that reminds us why we built this brand in the first place. Good people, good stories, and places built around connection.

Even better, their motto at Ruru Retreat is:

“A day without laughter is a day wasted.”

And to top it all off, Roz is officially Parliament Member #131. 🥃

From Christchurch to the Bay of Islands, it is amazing to see Laughing Owl Whisky slowly finding its place around fires, tables, retreats, and conversations across New Zealand.

Live by Laughter.