20 years of Pachamama Latino
Pachamama Latino just celebrated its twentieth birthday! Beginning as a small import business in 2006, founded by Argentinian-born Gabriela Tezanos-Pinto and partner Daniel Pouwels, the store is a vibrant retail space that has become a cultural hub for the local Latin American community. More than just products – it provides a place where food, music, and culture come together. Monday to Sunday 10.30am-4.30pm, Thursday late nights till 7pm. 179A Archers Rd, Glenfield. pachamama.co.nz @pachamama_nz
Climbing to the top
Three North Shore teens will represent New Zealand at the IFSC (International Federation of Sport Climbing) World Climbing Youth Championship in Italy, 18–25 July. Xavier Wasek-Webb, David Kang and Benjamin Giles will contest the three Olympic disciplines: boulder, lead and speed. The Youth World Championship is a key step on the Olympic pathway to Los Angeles 2028. We wish the boys all the best in their mission; let's keep an eye on the World Climbing YouTube channel to see them in action in July.
Celebrate Matariki in Takapuna
Come along and learn to make a flax flower at the Takapuna Matariki Market Day. There will also be free raranga harakeke weaving workshops, waiata, Māori fried bread, and an amazing marketplace with New Zealand-made mahi toi from carvers, pounamu, garden art, plants, jewellery, and clothing. Come and celebrate our taonga with a fun-filled day out suitable for all the whānau. Saturday 11 July, 9am-2pm. Waiwharariki Anzac Square, Takapuna. Facebook – search Sunshine Events
Tall Blacks are ready to go
The 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup in Qatar will feature 32 nations, with 80 countries competing to get there. In July, the Tall Blacks will host Guam in a qualifier game here on the Shore. Support the team and help them get to the World Cup! Monday 6 July, Tip-off 7pm, Eventfinda Stadium, Argus Place, Wairau Valley. eventfinda.co.nz/2026/tall-blacks-vs-guam/auckland/wairau-valley
Vintage, upcycled and new
Recently moved to the Shore from Kingsland, is Wistle & Co, where you can find all kinds of beautiful furniture and homewares, including one-of-a-kind repurposed pieces. Monday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am-4pm. 62B Porana Road. wistleandco.nz, @wistleandco
It’s time for Sunday roast
Claphams is a new restaurant and bar in Birkenhead that has a menu full of British and French classics, brought to life with the best, freshest New Zealand ingredients. It’s familiar, comforting, and just a little bit special. I’m especially keen to try their Sunday roast, which features beef and Yorkshire pudding! Tuesday–Thursday from 3pm, Friday–Sunday from 11.30am, 243 Hinemoa Street, Birkenhead. claphams.co.nz @clapham.s_bistro
Coffee and cuts go well together
New in Mairangi Bay, Bays Barber/Project 44 is a collaborative space where coffee and clothing join forces with great cuts and fades. Rico Bearman, professional BMX rider, sells his RD44 branded apparel as well as great coffee and Daily Bread pastries in the café area, alongside Elijah, who runs Bays Barber in the stylish new studio space. Open seven days, 358 Beach Rd, Mairangi Bay. rb44.co.nz, @baysbarbernz, @ricobearman
The art of radiant skin
Skinpoet is a stunning new studio in Browns Bay. Owner Amber has over 25 years of experience as a registered nurse with a background in dermatology and cosmetic medicine, and focuses on using only the highest quality, scientifically-backed products and treatments. Book an appointment at skinpoet.co.nz, 4G Bute Road, Browns Bay. @skinpoet_
