NEIGHBOURHOOD

The character-filled and historically significant suburb of Birkenhead is abound with breathtaking views and a coastal village atmosphere. There are fabulous dining options to suit every palate and budget, state of the art Library, Leisure Centre, stunning nature walks, shopping at the numerous boutiques on the High Street or wander Highbury Mall which is undergoing a massive upgrade with exciting new tenants.

The vibrant suburb of Birkenhead and close surrounds boast an abundance of features:

  • Tempt your tastebuds with the dozens of multicultural restaurants and eateries on offer - from bistros to bars to cantinas to takeaways and everything in between 
  • Explore heritage and bush walks, including the Fernglen Gardens, the interactive Hammonds Highbury loop track, and Wai Manawa (Le Roys Bush Reserve) - home to the largest green stand of native bush on the Shore
  • Visit one of the North Shore’s many beautiful nearby beaches for a swim, a coastal walk, or a simple sandy stroll with an ice-cream
  • Meet friends for a drink and the latest arthouse movie at the nearby Bridgeway Cinema
  • Ditch the car commute and board the Birkenhead ferry for a 15 minute trip to Auckland’s Downtown Ferry Terminal 
  • Shop to your heart’s content with the local retailers in the village, stroll to the Highbury Shopping Centre, or take a short drive to The North Shore mega centres 
  • Discover curiosities and unique vintage treasures in one of Birkenhead’s notable secondhand shops 
  • Drop into the Chelsea Bay Visitor Centre for a factory tour or a lesson in their impressive baking school, go on the original Chelsea Sugar worker’s walk, or enjoy the lush surrounds and birdsong in the 37-hecatre park
  • Peruse books to take home from the Architecture Award-winning Birkenhead library
  • Join one of the local sporting or artistic community groups
  • Children can bike or walk to the local schools, and Auckland’s city and North Shore tertiary institutions are a convenient bus-ride away.
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