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Creative & Brave: Matariki – Borrowed Earth Studio Visit Matariki has always been a very special event for Creative & Brave. It is an important time for personal reflection, for taking that little bit of time that you need for yourself and for your family. A time to just be with those you love and remember those who have passed. It is also a time to prepare for the onset of winter and ensure you and those in your community are all stocked up for the colder months. Traditionally this is a time of harvest, of gifting food, and planning or preparing the ground for the new year’s crops. The night sets in pretty quickly now so there will be many opportunities to head out

Bring your team back to the office and WIN! Hey Office Workers, we miss you! Get your teams back into the office, and you could WIN an office shout! We want to see you and your team enjoying work life back at the office, so send us a photo of your team, and we’ll put you in the draw to win a $100 office shout! How to enter: Simply email us a photo of you and your team / colleagues enjoying time back in the office along with your name / business name and contact information – and you’re in the draw! PRIZE: We will be giving away 1x $100 office shout (towards some local catering for your choice of morning tea / lunch / afternoon

38 Hurstmere Ices up with the Arrival of the Takapuna Ice Rink! Paradice Events in conjunction with the Takapuna Beach Business Association presents the Takapuna Ice Rink. Get your skates on for icy fun at the Takapuna Ice Rink from Saturday 17 April to Sunday 2 May at 38 Hurstmere Rd, Takapuna. 38 Hurstmere will set the scene for the arrival of the sparkling ice rink for the first time! The fully covered, 10m by 25 m, 100% pure ice rink provides fun for all ages. Skate to the latest hits under the festoon and disco lights. The Takapuna Ice Rink will provide excitement for the young and young at heart, guaranteeing icy fun and the coolest time! Opening hours: 10 am to 10 pm Saturday 17 April – Sunday 2

Top Date ideas in Takapuna this Valentine’s Day   Whether you’re wanting to make a good first impression, or just simply want to treat your other half this Valentine’s Day – Takapuna has you covered! From romantic dinners, to dessert treats, to adventure activities, you can find your perfect date right here in Takapuna.     The classic – Romantic Dinner for two  Takapuna has the best of the best when it comes to cuisine and dining. First off the rank – the wonderful Regatta Bar and Eatery, with sea views and delicious meals. For something slightly more relaxed, but as equally delicious, there’s The Elephant Wrestler, Franc’s Bar & Diner or Catnapper Arms. Or why not try a new cuisine, at Nanam, Tok Tok, Thai

Auckland’s First Ever Beach Mat Launches at Takapuna Beach The beach mat will be the first of its kind in Auckland, helping to make our beaches a more accessible space for everyone to enjoy this summer. YES Disability Resource Centre and I-Lead working in collaboration with the Auckland Council and the disability Community, will be launching the laying of the first ever accessible beach mat to appear in Auckland on Saturday 5th of December, 2020 along Takapuna Beach. ‘We have always dreamed of Takapuna being the most accessible beach in Auckland” says Sonia Thursby, CEO of YES Disability Resource Centre. People who use wheelchairs, walkers and have mobility restrictions can now easily access our beautiful beach” With 1 in 4  of New Zealanders living with

Watch the world’s fastest yachts compete in Takapuna! Head down to Takapuna Beach to watch the fastest yachts in the world compete from the best seats in the house! Pick your spot on Takapuna’s natural grandstand to enjoy the amazing spectacle of the fasted yachts in the world competing in front of you and on the big screen with full commentary. This is the “F1” of yacht racing. After the racing, sit back, relax and enjoy some hit music from some of Aucklands best musicians. This event is paid for by our wonderful local Takapuna businesses – so please support them while you’re here There are over 150 places to eat and drink in Takapuna, so support local by grabbing some takeaways before heading to

The Denizen: Best places to eat and drink in Takapuna! “From morning coffee to decadent dessert, these are the best places to eat and drink in Takapuna! When it comes to food and drink, Takapuna is one of Auckland’s steadily and consistently expanding areas. Whether its breakfast, lunch or dinner you’re seeking, a spot of dessert or even somewhere to sip a few cocktails, these are the best places in Takapuna to satisfy any and all cravings.” We completely agree, and love that The Denizen has just recently picked up and featured some of our favourite Takapuna eateries and cafes! From the caffiene of Holy Shot and Ark Coffee, to breakfast at Honey Cafe and Mimosa,to lunch at Mamak and French Rendez-vous Café, to Regatta Bar for

Talking Takapuna – September 2020 Check out our brand new video update about what’s happening in Takapuna around developments, future plans and events, with Chief Executive Terence Harpur. Thanks to our local Kor Creative for creating this video.

America’s Cup mural design competition with $5000 up for grabs! Help us celebrate Takapuna being the grandstand for the 36th America’s Cup with a great design here! Channel Magazine, Benefitz and the Takapuna Beach Business Association have teamed up to produce a massive mural celebrating the 36th America’s Cup that is coming to our shore’s late this year and early next. Action starts in mid-December with the America’s Cup World Series. The Prada Cup is held in January and February and then the main event, the America’s Cup, is on between March 6th and 21st. The owners of a prominent building in Takapuna have provided permission to install a massive mural on the side of their building to liven up the place for the America’s