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Where to buy gourmet goods
- 19Seafood CentralFreemans Baytry the smoked salmon
- 211Wild Wheat Ltd Specialty Breads - HowickHowick, Mellons & Cockle Bayeverything is very good
- 34Seaside Meats LtdCockle Baylemon and herb chicken is great on the bbq
- 44Beef on the Beach Butchers - Highland ParkHighland Parkany meat is good there
- 52Clevedon Coast OystersClevedonthey are always good
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Action day out
- 14Explore NZ Viaduct HarbourViaduct HarbourEnjoy the city of sails from the water on an actual America’s Cup yacht.
- 27Auckland Jet Boat ToursAuckland Centralneed some speed, try this.
- 31Ardmore Helicopters LtdArdmoreCharter a chopper for a day trip.
- 43Tasman Horse RidesHelensvilleGreat for any level of riding.
- 571SnowplanetSilverdalegood to get some practice before going down to the mountain
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Action day out
- 11New Zealand WarbirdsArdmore AirportA ride in a classic fighter or Jet
- 21Inflite HeliportMechanics Baygo heli fishing, a scenic flight or head to a Waiheke wine farm
- 336Muriwai Beach Horse TreksMuriwai Beachget some fresh air
- 41Double Rum Fishing ChartersMilfordGreat boat.
- 56Muriwai Surf School LtdMuriwai BeachGo get some waves.
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Family friendly dining
- 19The Jolly Roger PubBeachlandsGreat burgers for the kids
- 219The Indian Kitchen Restaurant and TakeawaysHowick, Mellons & Cockle BayVery friendly staff and fantastic food, the best in Auckland
- 311The Tea Rooms at Shamrock CottageCockle Baygreat place for lunch
- 42Kings Plant Barn Ltd - HowickBotany Downsif you are looking for a light lunch it is great to take the kids and even stop and smell the flowers
- 55Fig & Olive RestaurantHowick, Mellons & Cockle Baythe spaghetti bolognese is great for the kids
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Family day out
- 15Maraetai Wharf CafeMaraetaiGreat place to pick up a coffee and some ice creams for the kids, then head to the beach. The fish and chips are also a great option if you need lunch.
- 223Woodhill Mountain Bike ParkWoodhill ForestExcellent value, and great to get out for a family ride, head to Muriwai for a walk afterwards.
- 352Auckland Botanic GardensManurewa, WiriSpring is just around the corner and all the flowers will be out.
- 423good for a rainy day in winter to get the kids out and exercised.
- 59The Jolly Roger PubBeachlandsGreat place for lunch or dinner, peaceful surroundings and not to expensive.