Guidebook for Auckland
Food Scene
All the wines are made with grapes grown in our Mahurangi River Vineyard in the Matakana Wine Region just north of Auckland. As a small family run operation, our wines celebrate the variations from one vintage to another, which makes each wine unique. In this way we avoid the manufactured uniformity which characterises much of the wine available today.
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Ransom Wines
46 Valerie CloseAll the wines are made with grapes grown in our Mahurangi River Vineyard in the Matakana Wine Region just north of Auckland. As a small family run operation, our wines celebrate the variations from one vintage to another, which makes each wine unique. In this way we avoid the manufactured uniformity which characterises much of the wine available today.
At 153 years old, The Riverhead is thought to be New Zealand’s oldest riverside tavern and holds New Zealand’s second oldest liquor licence and remains fully New Zealand owned. Nestled on the shores of the upper Waitemata, The Riverhead is steeped in local history and played a part in the development of early New Zealand, with thousands using the wharf and hotel as the gateway to lands in the north prior to the completion of roads and railway. In 2010 this grand old lady was extensively renovated and reopened in 2011, with new emphasis on providing a truly memorable hospitality experience, serving fresh New Zealand food with flair, great beers, local wines and good coffee. While these reno
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The Riverhead
33 York TerraceAt 153 years old, The Riverhead is thought to be New Zealand’s oldest riverside tavern and holds New Zealand’s second oldest liquor licence and remains fully New Zealand owned. Nestled on the shores of the upper Waitemata, The Riverhead is steeped in local history and played a part in the development of early New Zealand, with thousands using the wharf and hotel as the gateway to lands in the north prior to the completion of roads and railway. In 2010 this grand old lady was extensively renovated and reopened in 2011, with new emphasis on providing a truly memorable hospitality experience, serving fresh New Zealand food with flair, great beers, local wines and good coffee. While these reno
Browns Bay Strand
Manly EsplanadeTakapuna
Devonport
The Puhoi Pub Hotel & Stables...Est 1879
5 Saleyards RdKumeu River Wines
550 State Hwy 16Sightseeing
Sheepworld provides a unique insight into how we farm our sheep in New Zealand, then harvest and use their wool.
Sheepworld is fascinating and fun whatever your age, whatever the weather. Just 45 minutes north of Auckland.
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SheepWorld (near Warkworth) station
Sheepworld provides a unique insight into how we farm our sheep in New Zealand, then harvest and use their wool.
Sheepworld is fascinating and fun whatever your age, whatever the weather. Just 45 minutes north of Auckland.
Honey Centre isn't just about buying honey - it's an experience (although there is a huge range of honey, and honey-related skincare products available to buy too).
Honey Centre has New Zealand's largest display of live bees, a great range of honeys for tasting, educational tours and a fantastic café.
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Honey Centre Warkworth
7 Perry RdHoney Centre isn't just about buying honey - it's an experience (although there is a huge range of honey, and honey-related skincare products available to buy too).
Honey Centre has New Zealand's largest display of live bees, a great range of honeys for tasting, educational tours and a fantastic café.
Experience the thrill of an instructor giving you sole control of the aircraft and feel the excitement of what flying a light aircraft is all about. You’ll be on a 'high' for days after. An Introductory Flight is the ideal way to get started on your path towards gaining a pilot licence. Before you take to the sky, your instructor will give you a briefing covering the basics of handling the aircraft, where you will be flying and what to expect throughout the flight, then it’ll be off into the air! We have several options available: 30 MINUTE FLIGHT $125 45 MINUTE FLIGHT $185 60 MINUTE FLIGHT $250 GIFT VOUCHERS
North Shore Aero Club
300 Postman RdExperience the thrill of an instructor giving you sole control of the aircraft and feel the excitement of what flying a light aircraft is all about. You’ll be on a 'high' for days after. An Introductory Flight is the ideal way to get started on your path towards gaining a pilot licence. Before you take to the sky, your instructor will give you a briefing covering the basics of handling the aircraft, where you will be flying and what to expect throughout the flight, then it’ll be off into the air! We have several options available: 30 MINUTE FLIGHT $125 45 MINUTE FLIGHT $185 60 MINUTE FLIGHT $250 GIFT VOUCHERS
Situated on the coast in the Matakana Wine Region, the 200 acres hosts a boutique vineyard, an extensive outdoor sculpture trail, an architectural-award winning restaurant, in the midst of an idyllic landscape of farmed pasture and native bush.
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Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail
17 Arabella LnSituated on the coast in the Matakana Wine Region, the 200 acres hosts a boutique vineyard, an extensive outdoor sculpture trail, an architectural-award winning restaurant, in the midst of an idyllic landscape of farmed pasture and native bush.
Emerging from the sea just 600 years ago, pest-free Rangitoto Island is the youngest volcano in New Zealand. An Auckland icon and deeply enriched with history, it's long been a favourite day trip for walkers, and a much loved boating destination.
DOC completed a significant restoration programme on Rangitoto Island and its neighbour Motutapu Island. The islands are now a safe pest-free haven for precious native flora and fauna to survive and thrive.
The popular summit track climbs through the world's largest pohutukawa forest. The peak is 259 metres above sea level, so you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf.
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Rangitoto Island Scenic Reserve
Emerging from the sea just 600 years ago, pest-free Rangitoto Island is the youngest volcano in New Zealand. An Auckland icon and deeply enriched with history, it's long been a favourite day trip for walkers, and a much loved boating destination.
DOC completed a significant restoration programme on Rangitoto Island and its neighbour Motutapu Island. The islands are now a safe pest-free haven for precious native flora and fauna to survive and thrive.
The popular summit track climbs through the world's largest pohutukawa forest. The peak is 259 metres above sea level, so you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf.
Waiheke has abundant natural wonders to explore. For the more adventurous, there are numerous activities to pursue including mountain biking, sea kayaking, fishing, surfing, sailing, archery and much more.
The island is also well known for it's local artists and artisans so you can enjoy sculpture, glass blowing, painting and woodwork at the local shops and markets.
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Waiheke Rental Cars
6 Ocean View RdWaiheke has abundant natural wonders to explore. For the more adventurous, there are numerous activities to pursue including mountain biking, sea kayaking, fishing, surfing, sailing, archery and much more.
The island is also well known for it's local artists and artisans so you can enjoy sculpture, glass blowing, painting and woodwork at the local shops and markets.
Kawau Island
https://kawauisland.org.nz
The Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira is one of New Zealand's most important museums and war memorials. Its collections concentrate on New Zealand history, natural history, as well as military history.
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Auckland War Memorial Museum
The Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira is one of New Zealand's most important museums and war memorials. Its collections concentrate on New Zealand history, natural history, as well as military history.
MOTAT, Auckland's Museum of Transport and Technology, is New Zealand's largest transport, technology and social history museum. Spread across 40 acres, MOTAT will take you on an interactive journey to explore and discover the achievements that have helped shape New Zealand.
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Museum of Transport and Technology
805 Great N RdMOTAT, Auckland's Museum of Transport and Technology, is New Zealand's largest transport, technology and social history museum. Spread across 40 acres, MOTAT will take you on an interactive journey to explore and discover the achievements that have helped shape New Zealand.
Take a self-guided walk through tunnels and other features of the area's military history, and watch a short movie at the summit.
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Maungaūika/North Head Historic Reserve
18 Takarunga RoadTake a self-guided walk through tunnels and other features of the area's military history, and watch a short movie at the summit.
Torpedo Bay Navy Museum
64 King Edward Paradehttp://navymuseum.co.nz
Entertainment & Activities
Snowsports are great fun for the whole family.
It doesn’t matter whether you have never seen snow before, or you’re a seasoned pro. Snowplanet features a beginner’s ski slope for those who are still learning, as well as a full feature terrain park for those who know their stuff. If you have never skied or snowboarded before they do recommend you book a Private Lesson or purchase a First Timers Pack to make your experience more enjoyable. Lessons need to be booked in advance.
If you’re not so keen on Skiing and Snowboarding then there is Snow Tubing, which is fun for everyone.
More information about what they offer can be found on our facilities page and our experience pages.
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Schneeparadies
91 Small RdSnowsports are great fun for the whole family.
It doesn’t matter whether you have never seen snow before, or you’re a seasoned pro. Snowplanet features a beginner’s ski slope for those who are still learning, as well as a full feature terrain park for those who know their stuff. If you have never skied or snowboarded before they do recommend you book a Private Lesson or purchase a First Timers Pack to make your experience more enjoyable. Lessons need to be booked in advance.
If you’re not so keen on Skiing and Snowboarding then there is Snow Tubing, which is fun for everyone.
More information about what they offer can be found on our facilities page and our experience pages.
Only 50 minutes drive north from Auckland, look out for the museum signs just south of Warkworth. Follow the directions and in two minutes you will be entering the gates of the lovely Parry Kauri Park. Continue down Tudor Collins Drive to the Warkworth & District Museum.
The Museum has wheelchair access to all levels.
The Museum are proud of the constantly developing and changing displays that give an insight into the lives and pursuits of our pioneering families. From the past to the present, they have a magnificent display of colonial history which is beautifully presented.
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Parry Kauri Park
Tudor Collins DriveOnly 50 minutes drive north from Auckland, look out for the museum signs just south of Warkworth. Follow the directions and in two minutes you will be entering the gates of the lovely Parry Kauri Park. Continue down Tudor Collins Drive to the Warkworth & District Museum.
The Museum has wheelchair access to all levels.
The Museum are proud of the constantly developing and changing displays that give an insight into the lives and pursuits of our pioneering families. From the past to the present, they have a magnificent display of colonial history which is beautifully presented.
Its identity as a theatre is the legacy of a local community of art lovers and history buffs who in the late 1960s fought hard to rescue the building from scheduled demolition and throughout the 1970s worked equally hard to raise the funds for restoration and conversion into a theatre. This group of locals coalesced to form the North Shore Theatre & Arts Trust which still administers The PumpHouse today.
In 2017 The PumpHouse celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the first ever production staged at The PumpHouse Theatre – which incidentally was a Greek tragedy, Elektra by Sophocles.
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The PumpHouse Theatre
2a Manurere AveIts identity as a theatre is the legacy of a local community of art lovers and history buffs who in the late 1960s fought hard to rescue the building from scheduled demolition and throughout the 1970s worked equally hard to raise the funds for restoration and conversion into a theatre. This group of locals coalesced to form the North Shore Theatre & Arts Trust which still administers The PumpHouse today.
In 2017 The PumpHouse celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the first ever production staged at The PumpHouse Theatre – which incidentally was a Greek tragedy, Elektra by Sophocles.
Auckland Live is a leader in live arts and entertainment and an active contributor to the vibrancy and creativity of our city presenting live arts events at a number of prominent venues across Auckland. Championing Auckland internationally they secure big name shows and concerts, collaborate with national and international arts companies and festivals to present the best variety of performances, and introduce young people to the excitement of the stage. Events at iconic venues and public spaces - which include the Aotea Centre, Aotea Square, Auckland Town Hall, The Civic and the Bruce Mason Centre.
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Bruce Mason Zentrum
The PromenadeAuckland Live is a leader in live arts and entertainment and an active contributor to the vibrancy and creativity of our city presenting live arts events at a number of prominent venues across Auckland. Championing Auckland internationally they secure big name shows and concerts, collaborate with national and international arts companies and festivals to present the best variety of performances, and introduce young people to the excitement of the stage. Events at iconic venues and public spaces - which include the Aotea Centre, Aotea Square, Auckland Town Hall, The Civic and the Bruce Mason Centre.
Albany Stadium Pool is designed for family fun and education. Although there is a lap swimming pool (20m) its priority first and foremost is for leisure and learning to swim.
Opened 28 January 2017 their exciting new leisure pool is full of fantastic interactive water features such as the over-the-pool climbing wall and splash-pad!
A great destination for families who want to have fun in the water:
inflatables, water cannons for people of all ages.
Want to relax? They have an adult spa and sauna.
In the mood to get active, they have a fitness centre and small holistic group fitness classes.
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Albany Stadium Pool
Don McKinnon DriveAlbany Stadium Pool is designed for family fun and education. Although there is a lap swimming pool (20m) its priority first and foremost is for leisure and learning to swim.
Opened 28 January 2017 their exciting new leisure pool is full of fantastic interactive water features such as the over-the-pool climbing wall and splash-pad!
A great destination for families who want to have fun in the water:
inflatables, water cannons for people of all ages.
Want to relax? They have an adult spa and sauna.
In the mood to get active, they have a fitness centre and small holistic group fitness classes.
There's lots to see and do all year round at Auckland Zoo, including events, keeper talks, behind-the-scenes experiences and more! Visit their web page to plan your visit.
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Zoo von Auckland
There's lots to see and do all year round at Auckland Zoo, including events, keeper talks, behind-the-scenes experiences and more! Visit their web page to plan your visit.
Set on the waterfront of Auckland City on Okahu Bay, just moments from the famous Mission Bay beach, Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium is one of Auckland's top attractions!
Kelly Tarlton's showcases over 30 live animal exhibits in spectacular habitat displays, including the world's largest Antarctic penguin colony exhibit and amazing underwater viewing tunnels.
Their Animal Adventures offer unique and thrilling 'up close' underwater encounters with huge sharks, including the all new Shark Dive Xtreme and Shark Cage experience. You can also head out onto the ice to get up close to our amazing penguins with Penguin Discovery.
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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton's Aquarium
23 Tamaki DrSet on the waterfront of Auckland City on Okahu Bay, just moments from the famous Mission Bay beach, Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium is one of Auckland's top attractions!
Kelly Tarlton's showcases over 30 live animal exhibits in spectacular habitat displays, including the world's largest Antarctic penguin colony exhibit and amazing underwater viewing tunnels.
Their Animal Adventures offer unique and thrilling 'up close' underwater encounters with huge sharks, including the all new Shark Dive Xtreme and Shark Cage experience. You can also head out onto the ice to get up close to our amazing penguins with Penguin Discovery.
Woodhill Forest offers a range of adventure and lifestyle activities which you can enjoy as part of a fun day in the forest. You are encouraged to make the most of these great activities. Simply click on the links below to visit the sites of our activity partners.
Woodhill Mountain Bike Park
http://www.bikeparks.co.nz
Tree Adventures
http://treeadventures.co.nz
Polaris 4WD Park
http://www.polaris4wdpark.co.nz
The Sandpit
http://www.thesandpit.co.nz
Delta Force Paintball
http://www.paintballing.co.nz
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Woodhill Forest
Woodhill Forest offers a range of adventure and lifestyle activities which you can enjoy as part of a fun day in the forest. You are encouraged to make the most of these great activities. Simply click on the links below to visit the sites of our activity partners.
Woodhill Mountain Bike Park
http://www.bikeparks.co.nz
Tree Adventures
http://treeadventures.co.nz
Polaris 4WD Park
http://www.polaris4wdpark.co.nz
The Sandpit
http://www.thesandpit.co.nz
Delta Force Paintball
http://www.paintballing.co.nz
One of New Zealand´s natural geothermal wonders- Parakai Springs.
Large indoor and outdoor pools and two thrilling hydro-slides have been the main attractions for decades. BBQ and picnic areas are situated throughout the park and options for hiring marquees for groups is also available. If you are not wanting to prepare your own food take advantage of the Springs Café and dining area located next to the indoor pool. Now extensively redeveloped into an active water recreation centre.
Parakai Springs offers a range of amenities to make this a full-day´s entertainment destination.
Visit their web site to find out more.
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Parakai Springs
150 Parkhurst RdOne of New Zealand´s natural geothermal wonders- Parakai Springs.
Large indoor and outdoor pools and two thrilling hydro-slides have been the main attractions for decades. BBQ and picnic areas are situated throughout the park and options for hiring marquees for groups is also available. If you are not wanting to prepare your own food take advantage of the Springs Café and dining area located next to the indoor pool. Now extensively redeveloped into an active water recreation centre.
Parakai Springs offers a range of amenities to make this a full-day´s entertainment destination.
Visit their web site to find out more.
Pakiri Beach Horse Rides is just 90 minutes from downtown Auckland, less than 2 hours from Auckland International Airport and just minutes from Matakana Coast Wine Country. If using GPS key in Tomorata after Pakiri.
Check their web site for opening hours and the riding options availabe.
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Pakiri Beach Horse Rides
317 Rahuikiri RdPakiri Beach Horse Rides is just 90 minutes from downtown Auckland, less than 2 hours from Auckland International Airport and just minutes from Matakana Coast Wine Country. If using GPS key in Tomorata after Pakiri.
Check their web site for opening hours and the riding options availabe.
The shop is located on the side of the Piha Store, right across the road from the camping ground. Wetsuits, body boards, surfboards (new and second-hand - check out their rental range), they stock men’s, women’s and kid’s gear from a range of brands and a good range of all your beach and street-ware essentials. Stop in at the Piha Store after a surf for a coffee and a pie to refuel. Lion Rock Surf School provides a variety of coaching lessons for people of all ages and abilities. Their instructors are Piha locals who are Water Safety Qualified and approved by Surfing New Zealand. They supply the boards, wetsuits, changing facilities, lockable storage and sunscreen
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Lion Rock Surf Shop
26 Seaview RdThe shop is located on the side of the Piha Store, right across the road from the camping ground. Wetsuits, body boards, surfboards (new and second-hand - check out their rental range), they stock men’s, women’s and kid’s gear from a range of brands and a good range of all your beach and street-ware essentials. Stop in at the Piha Store after a surf for a coffee and a pie to refuel. Lion Rock Surf School provides a variety of coaching lessons for people of all ages and abilities. Their instructors are Piha locals who are Water Safety Qualified and approved by Surfing New Zealand. They supply the boards, wetsuits, changing facilities, lockable storage and sunscreen
Check their web sit for events.
Albany Community Coordinator and Albany House provide positive and inclusive community development, together with inspiring lifelong learning and playing together. Through their activities, they aim to create and enhance a sense of place and belonging with a sense of pride and feeling safe in the community.
Albany House
575 Albany HwyCheck their web sit for events.
Albany Community Coordinator and Albany House provide positive and inclusive community development, together with inspiring lifelong learning and playing together. Through their activities, they aim to create and enhance a sense of place and belonging with a sense of pride and feeling safe in the community.
The Albany Tennis Park is home of the New Zealand Championships and a number of other prestigious events. The Albany Tennis Park's facilities - 6 Indoor courts and 15 outdoor courts plus a Pro Shop, Gym, Cafe / Bar, Treatment & Function Rooms. There are also outdoor 5 or 7 a side football courts.
Albany Tennis Park
321 Oteha Valley RdThe Albany Tennis Park is home of the New Zealand Championships and a number of other prestigious events. The Albany Tennis Park's facilities - 6 Indoor courts and 15 outdoor courts plus a Pro Shop, Gym, Cafe / Bar, Treatment & Function Rooms. There are also outdoor 5 or 7 a side football courts.
Contact Us
Office phone number: 09 424 5905
Office Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.30 am - 2.30pm (Closed Public Holidays)
Email: weiti@xtra.co.nz
Infoline: 09 424 4452
Clubhouse: 09 424 5400
Commodore: Evelyn Tate 09 424 8172
Vice Commodore: Mike Long 09 427 4223
Rear Commodore: Stan Bolton 09 424 7868
Past Commodore: Mike Rowe 09 412 7737
Club Manager: Katie Clark
Custodian & Haulage: Gary Marshall
Accounts: Louise Henshaw
Postal Address: PO BOX 207 Whangaparaoa 0943
Weiti Boating Club Inc
1 Fairhaven WalkContact Us
Office phone number: 09 424 5905
Office Hours: Monday to Thursday 9.30 am - 2.30pm (Closed Public Holidays)
Email: weiti@xtra.co.nz
Infoline: 09 424 4452
Clubhouse: 09 424 5400
Commodore: Evelyn Tate 09 424 8172
Vice Commodore: Mike Long 09 427 4223
Rear Commodore: Stan Bolton 09 424 7868
Past Commodore: Mike Rowe 09 412 7737
Club Manager: Katie Clark
Custodian & Haulage: Gary Marshall
Accounts: Louise Henshaw
Postal Address: PO BOX 207 Whangaparaoa 0943
Laserforce
21b Link DrCanoe & Kayak North Shore
Constellation Drive Check their web site for tours and courses
Kawai Purapura Retreat Centre
14 Mills LnForrest Hill Tennis Centre
47 Bond CrescentCheck aucklandstadiums.co.nz for what is on at the various Auckland stadiums
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North Harbour Stadium
Check aucklandstadiums.co.nz for what is on at the various Auckland stadiums
Currently only open Fridays , Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 8pm.
They are preparing for refurbishment
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Waiwera Thermal Resort
21 Waiwera RdCurrently only open Fridays , Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 8pm.
They are preparing for refurbishment
Parks & Nature
Long Bay
Wenderholm-Regionalpark
37 Schischka RdOrewa Beach
Torbay
Okura River walkway
97 Haigh Access RdShopping
Albany Heights Road
Albany Heights RoadCoatesville
Morris & James
48 Tongue Farm RdMatakana
Silverdale
Browns Bay
Takapuna-Märkte
17 Anzac StCatalina Bay Farmers Market
Hudson Bay Road ExtensionEssentials
Northcross
Northcross Pharmacy
855 E Coast RdNorth Shore Hospital
Shorecare Urgent Care Smales Farm
74 Taharoto RdAuckland City Hospital
2 Park RdGetting Around
Albany Bus Station
Devonport Ferry
Auckland Airport
Britomart
1150 Shortland StDowntown Ferry Terminal station
Quay Street