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Huge news is buzzing around Hurstmere Road! We are absolutely thrilled to share that two of our very own local high-street favorites — Wally and Fifth Avenue Diamond Experts — have been named finalists in the prestigious Spark Retail NZ Awards 2026. It is a massive achievement that highlights the incredible passion, curation, and community spirit alive right here in the heart of Takapuna. Whether you are hunting for the perfect weekend fit or a sparkling piece of history, these two high-street gems show exactly why our seaside retail scene is world-class. Here is a closer look at our award-chasing locals and why they are currently the hottest stops in town. The Streetwear Destination: Wally Location: 53 Hurstmere Road If you are looking for a

We’re excited to share that the Takapuna Business Association is joining with Business North Harbour to bring you the inaugural North Shore Business Excellence Awards 2026! These Awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate and showcase the incredible businesses that make our North Shore community thrive. Entry for the Awards is open to all full BNH and TBA members, and entry is completely free. Whether you’re a growing start-up, an established local favourite, a retailer, hospitality business, professional service, not-for-profit, or industry leader, these awards are a chance to reflect on your achievements, gain recognition, and be part of a special celebration of local business excellence. Entries are OPEN NOW and close on 7 August 2026, with application guides and resources available to help you

Article from NZ Herald Takapuna proves that when you care for the local environment and those working within it, the local economy takes care of itself. As we edge closer to November’s general election, New Zealand finds itself navigating an increasingly volatile and unforgiving economic cycle. You only need to walk down any main street to see the symptoms written clearly on the faces of our business community. While overall inflation metrics keep aggregate spending numbers superficially afloat, discretionary spending on local high-street retail is down sharply, the housing market has flattened out, and a sudden surge in global energy costs has caused economic confidence to tumble. For small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) owners, it feels less like a typical downturn and more like a

Your Auckland winter warmer guide to Takapuna eateries! Chilly weekend? No problem. Takapuna’s hospitality scene knows exactly how to defrost a cold weekend. From rich red wines to spicy street food and soul-soothing lattes. We’ve scouted some of the best spots to keep you warm all season long. No umbrellas required. Just pure comfort. The cosy connoisseur: Strand Wine Bar A world-class drop of red can easily turn an hour into a whole evening. Especially with intimate lighting and sanctuary vibes. The wine list is curated, the team know their stuff. So, settle in and pair your pour with delicious morsels on the menu like baked brie, honey and pear. The spicy escape: Rosie’s Red-Hot Cantina Spark some real heat with fiery jalapeño poppers. Be

Winter can be a beautiful time of year — slower mornings, cosy layers, warm drinks, comfort food and the perfect excuse to pause. But cooler weather doesn’t have to mean disappearing into hibernation until spring. In Takapuna, winter is a great time to reset, recharge and check in with yourself, with a wide range of health, beauty, fitness and wellbeing businesses right here in the heart of the town centre. Whether you’re craving a warming treatment, looking to move your body, needing a little recovery support, or simply wanting to feel more like yourself again, Takapuna has plenty of ways to help you feel good from the inside out. Start with movement. Keeping active through winter can make all the difference to your energy, mood

Kayu Studio marks five years in business with new bricks-and-mortar showroom in Takapuna On Friday 5 June, New Zealand furniture and homeware brand Kayu Studio, marked five years in business with the opening of a new showroom on Takapuna’s Hurstmere Road. Founded in 2021 by New Zealander James Mitchell, Kayu Studio is a considered furniture brand centred on timeless design, natural materials, and enduring craftsmanship. The new Takapuna space offers the most refined expression of the brand to date, made to feel like visitors are stepping into a home rather than a retail environment. It brings together Kayu Studio’s in-house furniture collections, objects and homewares in a way that encourages exploration and relaxation. Kayu Studio has carved out a distinct aesthetic, blending elements of minimalism

Takapuna offers you a 190,000-year-old volcanic story, between two beautiful beaches. The coastal track between Takapuna and Milford is a choose-your-own adventure where geology meets the sea. Want to play marine biologist in the rock pools? Done. Want to see centuries-old pōhutukawa trees and fossilised forests? Easy. Pair it all with a world-class coffee at the end and you’ve found the North Shore’s best morning out. Quick guide: Milford to Takapuna Walk Distance: 2.5km (5km return) Difficulty: Easy (some uneven rocky sections) Time: 1.5 hours (the more rock pools you find, the longer it takes) You can start at either end. The track winds through a mix of paved heritage paths and volcanic rock. While most of it is easy going, the beach-hopping sections between

Goldie’s Bar & Yard is the North Shore’s new country-inspired oasis. We’ve been in for a visit already, and can promise you it’s the hottest scene in town. We’re talkin’ cowboy hats, leather boots, peach iced tea with vodka, and fried chicken with bourbon BBQ sauce. The new Hurstmere Road bar promises to take up the mantle of The Elephant Wrestler that previously occupied the same location, with big nights, long lunches and the best of Takapuna’s party scene. “The Elephant Wrestler was an institution for Takapuna, and after many years it was time to breathe fresh life into the space,” says Star Group CEO Sam Egerton. “The inspiration for a Western bar came from a strong sense that our customers would embrace a country