Make the most of the Shore

Channel Magazine is all about celebrating everything that’s good on the Shore, and we’re excited about the Devonport/Takapuna/Milford Business Associations’ initiative to invite locals and visitors alike to Explore North Shore.

In this magazine we profile businesses and organisations that help make the Shore such an attractive visitor option and we're delighted the above business associations have joined forces to encourage more tourists to come here to enjoy all that's on offer. We’ve added short guides on some of the best walks, eateries, sports and arts venues and events. A quick look at these and some of our regular advertisers confirms that the Shore is a great place to visit – and it’s easy to get to, and to get around.

Public transport offers easy access to the Shore from Auckland’s central business district, with the Devonport ferry service every 15 minutes at peak times and 30 minutes during the rest of the day delivering visitors right to the heart of Devonport.  From there, try one of the walks we recommend, or take the 814 bus that goes past Cheltenham and Narrow Neck beaches to Takapuna. Stop off, hop off and enjoy the different beach vibes and cafés en route.

From Takapuna, you can walk the popular “black rocks” path to Milford, or catch the 82 or 843 bus (one leaves approximately every 15 minutes from central Takapuna) around Lake Pupuke.

Remember, buses and ferries are no longer the only option. Cycles, e-scooters or e-motorscooters are three “self-propelled” options you can hire to get from point to point around the Explore North Shore area, at your own pace and in your own timeframe. Hire an e-bike from THINK Electric Bikes in Devonport (www.thinkelectricbikes.co.nz/rentals ) or from Bikes and Barbers on Devonport wharf.

A fun alternative is to visit Magic Broomstick Segway Tours on Devonport wharf and treat yourself to a Segway exploration of the Devonport peninsula.

Once you’re on the Shore, enjoy a round of golf at Waitemata Golf Club in Devonport, play tennis at local clubs or on public courts, try stand-up paddle boarding on Lake Pupuke or Takapuna beach, take part in outdoor fitness sessions or fun runs and swims during summer, or lie back on the beach and watch the yachting action at Takapuna or Narrow Neck.

Sports not your thing? Visit The Depot Artspace in Devonport or Lake House Arts in Takapuna and enjoy the latest exhibition. If time allows attend one of the many classes on offer here.

However you travel, and whether you’re a visitor, or a local hosting guests, we suggest you make the most of the local shopping, and the diversity of restaurants and cafés, outdoor sports experiences or high quality local arts in our local area before venturing further afield.

There’s much to explore and enjoy.


Issue 95 February 2019