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NZ Herald
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
My Secret Auckland: Photographer Rachel Mataira shares her favourite spots in the city
I'm a creature of habit and I've always loved Ozone in Grey Lynn for its consistently great coffee and food. When I'm on Waiheke, I gravitate to The Island Grocer because I love sitting outside in the sun, catching up with friends, reading, or watching the world go by. Favourite restaurant for dinner with friends? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fenice Restaurant (@fenicerestaurantwaiheke) I spend most of my time on Waiheke which delights my friends who don't need to be asked twice to jump on a ferry and visit the island for a catch up. I've been enjoying dinner at Fenice in Oneroa. It's such a cozy, comfortable place and as the cold weather sets in enjoying the delicious pizza by the fire in a warm and inviting atmosphere is delightful. Favourite place to take a visitor to? I often take visitors for a walk along one of Waiheke's beautiful coastal tracks, many of which are part of the Te Ara Hura trail network that stretches around the island. The Sculpture Walk at Connells Bay is a favourite of mine, and the Church Bay circuit offers stunning views back toward Auckland and out across the Hauraki Gulf. Sometimes, I take them on the headland track from Little Oneroa to Palm Beach, or around the quieter loop of Whakanewha Regional Park. To reward our walking efforts, I then love taking visitors up to the rooftop at Mudbrick to watch the sunset – simply stunning! Favourite place to get coffee? View this post on Instagram A post shared by HR SIXTEEN (@hrsixteen) HR16 is conveniently located right next door to my gallery, and it's become an essential part of my day. They serve exceptional coffee. Their pastries are second to none, always fresh and beautifully made. It's the kind of spot that effortlessly combines quality with a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that's always busy during the summer months. Favourite fish-and-chip shop? The 3 Fishes in Ostend is my go-to for fish and chips, it's always fresh and reliably good. I love eating dinner at the beach, so I usually take them down to Palm Beach or Anzac Bay when the tides in. Favourite trail for a hike? I love the Te Whau Drive walking track in Rocky Bay. It's a beautiful loop through native bush, offering amazing views and a mix of forest and coastal scenery. During the walk, I always stop at the Omiha coffee shop. It has such a local, timeless feel to it that I enjoy, it's like stepping back in time. Favourite venue for a gig? My favourite venue is the Mataira Gallery, while not a gig space, it's my small gallery and an absolute labour of love. I've just launched (May 8) an exhibition called In Focus – The Unseen Journey of Compassion, Commitment, and Care, in partnership with the Waiheke Health Trust. It features powerful imagery taken by me and stories from island healthcare workers and their patients, and it's been a rewarding 300-hour collaboration with the Trust and NSPR Communications to bring it to life. It's the perfect space to share these meaningful stories. Favourite place to find a bargain? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Just Plane Interesting (@just_planeinteresting) I love browsing second-hand and vintage stores for interesting homeware pieces with character. Just Plane Interesting Antiques and Collectables, in Oratia, was a recent favourite, full of quirky treasures and easy to get lost in. I also read a lot and always stop by The Open Book in Ponsonby. It's a beautifully curated second-hand bookshop.
Scotsman
06-05-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
The 26 leading GP surgeries in Scotland as voted for by patients
Summer is finally on the horizon, after a challenging winter for the Scottish healthcare system. A 'quad-demic' of respiratory illnesses such as flu, cold and RSV saw a surge in demand for services over the winter months, putting pressure on health services. Despite this, many people are still satisfied with the care they receive from their GP surgery, the results of an official Scottish Government health and care survey show. The latest Health and Care Experience survey for 2023/24 asked people across the country to share what they think about their local GP practice. More than 107,000 people registered at GP practices in Scotland responded to the 2023/24 survey, giving an overall response rate of 20%. Of those who responded, 69% said they had an overall positive experience provided by their GP practice, up 2% on the 2021/22 survey. The questionnaires were sent out in October and November 2023 and asked about people's experiences over the previous 12 months. Here we reveal the best GP surgeries in Scotland. Practices have been ranked according to the percentage of people rating their overall experience as positive - with five having flawless scores. 1 . Glenluce Surgery - Wigtownshire There were 100 responses from patients at Glenluce Surgery in Wigtownshire, with 100% rating their overall experience as positive. | Google Maps Photo Sales 2 . Braemar Health Centre - Braemar There were 90 responses from patients at Braemar Health Centre in Braemar, with 100% rating their overall experience as positive. | Google Maps Photo Sales 3 . Drs McAlpine, Walker & Pettigrew, Glasgow There were 107 responses from patients at Drs McAlpine, Walker & Pettigrew in Glasgow, with 100% rating their overall experience as positive. | Google Maps Photo Sales 4 . Dunbeath Surgery - Caithness There were 109 responses from patients at Dunbeath Surgery in Caithness, with 100% rating their overall experience as positive. | Google Maps Photo Sales
Scotsman
06-05-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
The 26 leading GP surgeries in Scotland as voted for by patients
Summer is finally on the horizon, after a challenging winter for the Scottish healthcare system. A 'quad-demic' of respiratory illnesses such as flu, cold and RSV saw a surge in demand for services over the winter months, putting pressure on health services. Despite this, many people are still satisfied with the care they receive from their GP surgery, the results of an official Scottish Government health and care survey show. The latest Health and Care Experience survey for 2023/24 asked people across the country to share what they think about their local GP practice. More than 107,000 people registered at GP practices in Scotland responded to the 2023/24 survey, giving an overall response rate of 20%. Of those who responded, 69% said they had an overall positive experience provided by their GP practice, up 2% on the 2021/22 survey. The questionnaires were sent out in October and November 2023 and asked about people's experiences over the previous 12 months. Here we reveal the best GP surgeries in Scotland. Practices have been ranked according to the percentage of people rating their overall experience as positive - with five having flawless scores. 1 . Glenluce Surgery - Wigtownshire There were 100 responses from patients at Glenluce Surgery in Wigtownshire, with 100% rating their overall experience as positive. | Google Maps Photo Sales 2 . Braemar Health Centre - Braemar There were 90 responses from patients at Braemar Health Centre in Braemar, with 100% rating their overall experience as positive. | Google Maps Photo Sales 3 . Drs McAlpine, Walker & Pettigrew, Glasgow There were 107 responses from patients at Drs McAlpine, Walker & Pettigrew in Glasgow, with 100% rating their overall experience as positive. | Google Maps Photo Sales 4 . Dunbeath Surgery - Caithness There were 109 responses from patients at Dunbeath Surgery in Caithness, with 100% rating their overall experience as positive. | Google Maps Photo Sales
