Studio Matakana

The beloved boutique gift store Studio Matakana in the village has new owners, with husband and wife team Scott and Juliana Cowen taking over and, well, cutting the ribbon in mid-June.

The Cowens, who live in Snells Beach with their four children, say they love Matakana and the surrounding areas and want people to know they don’t have to drive to the city to shop, they can stay local.

Juliana brings 30 years of retail experience and says they’re expanding the range of NZ-made and designed products on offer.

“It’s important to us to support Kiwi companies, especially smaller businesses, and to offer unique gifts that both locals and tourists are looking for.”

New additions include McGlashen pottery, natural bath bombs and a baby gift range featuring blankets made in Matakana. … read more