Waterfront Wonders

Wynyard Quarter: Auckland’s Seaside Scene.  It’s hard to imagine the virtual wasteland this part of the world once was. These days the Wynyard Quarter is anything but. Brimming with activities, events, restaurants, tourists and locals alike, it’s a year-round destination for all ages. Of course, being on the beautiful Waitemata means the area really comes…

Cannonball!!!!

Fun and games at Pt Erin Baths and Park Those camper-vanning tourists are onto something. Yes, we’ve spotted you free-spirited travellers in the Pt Erin car park. And who could blame you? Fringed by large pine trees, this magic spot is within a stone’s throw of Ponsonby and has something for everyone. The park itself…

Get some sand between your toes

Kick your shoes off at one of our local seaside haunts When it comes to our pick of beaches we’ve got some secret stunners around here. The picturesque Sentinel, Home Bay and Hamilton Road Beaches are mere minutes from Ponsonby Road, and with views to the North Shore enjoy all day sun – so slip,…

Ahoy me tasties!

Relaxed waterfront dining at Billfish Café Halfway along the new Westhaven walkways you’ll find the ever popular Billfish Café. Pull up a chair, and with the city as your backdrop, take in the charters and masts of the marina while you make your selection from the menu. Not surprisingly there’s an emphasis on fresh seafood,…