With our Feature theme being "Time Out" everyone has a different idea of their own time out space. For some it may be spending time with friends and family, for others it could be heading to the gym or a yoga class, others it's getting out into nature, tending the garden, reading a book, knitting or it could be something as simple as having a long, soothing bath.

Whatever your way is of having time out there are lots of local options you can find to indulge. Just a few locals to keep in mind include gym, swim or excersie time out could be spent at Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre or Northern Arena. Take yourself to the gym then enjoy a lovely beach walk or head to the golf course. You may of course love fishing at the weekend with the kids!

If you would like to spend time as a family a great way to have time out is to head along to Snowplanet. Book a ski or snowboard session, spend time with the younger ones in Winter Wonderland then indulge yourselves with good food, and perhaps a delicious fondue at their alpine 7 Summits Restaurant.

If you'd like to head out for a coffee, drink with friends or dinner out with the family head to Destination Orewa where you'll find so many great cafes, restaurants, bars and of course our magnificent Orewa Beach!

If you are looking in general for time out activities you may find yourself a new hobby from all the clubs and groups we have here on the Coast, you can find a good list of all cafes, restaurants, bars, takeaways, bakeries and more in our Dining Section, you can find beauty, hairdressers, massage, exercise options and more in our Health, Beauty, Medical and Wellness Section. If it's a bit of retail therapy you're after you'll find all local options in our Shopping/ Retail Section. If you are looking for great activities you can find links for fishing, golf, cycling, water sports and more in our Sport & Recreation Section or if you want to find Things to Do, walks, cycleways, beaches, playgrounds and more you'll find these in our Travel, Tourism and Local Activities Section.

It's important for everyone to take "Time Out" and even if it's just reading fun facts or getting ideas why not check out the articles we have brought to you in our very own "Time Out" Feature.