Life slows down in Westmere, with its family-friendly bungalows, sense of community, wide roads, and sea-skimming views. At first glance, Westmere may appear to be a sleepy suburb, a bit off the beaten track, but at a deeper level, there’s an appreciation of community and genuine social networks plus, borrowing … Read more
There’s always something happening in Ponsonby. Pop-up shops, restaurants and bars add to the excitement and draw the crowds. Ponsonby Auckland celebrates events in style The annual Auckland Pride Parade proudly celebrates the suburb’s vibrant Rainbow /LGBT community. Come Christmas, Franklin Road draws admiring crowds from far and wide, as … Read more
Parnell has always been a lively and vibrant part of town but, like many of our inner-city suburbs, it’s had its share of tough times when it’s been a bit shabby and down at heel. Today, however, there’s little sign of this, and Parnell is characterised by its expensive real … Read more
Herne Bay is one of New Zealand’s most affluent and prestigious suburbs, a title going back to the first European settlers. The suburb is anything but ordinary and was the first in the country to have a $2 million median house value. It is a highly sought after investment, paid … Read more
Few places in Auckland can claim as dramatic a Cinderella story as Freemans Bay. In a past life, it was home to lower-class workers and rebels and the gritty grindstone for Auckland’s early industries. Now it is one of the city’s most affluent areas, with commercial and residential spaces rubbing … Read more