Nick & Rae’s Local Travel Guide

Nick & Rae
Nick & Rae’s Local Travel Guide

Local Attractions

Our picks of the top local attractions.
Omeru Falls A series of three waterfalls - Omeru Falls, Waitangi Falls and Waitangi Stream Cascade, is located in Omeru Pā Scenic Reserve on the east side of the Kaipara Coast Highway between Kaukapakapa and the Makarau River. A great BBQ area and multiple swimming spots make these waterfalls and Scenic Reserve a very popular place among the locals. Just 5 mins drive away.
1890 Kaipara Coast Hwy
Omeru Falls A series of three waterfalls - Omeru Falls, Waitangi Falls and Waitangi Stream Cascade, is located in Omeru Pā Scenic Reserve on the east side of the Kaipara Coast Highway between Kaukapakapa and the Makarau River. A great BBQ area and multiple swimming spots make these waterfalls and Scenic Reserve a very popular place among the locals. Just 5 mins drive away.
Hours: 9am to 5pm, 7 days. A vibrant informative Plant Centre, with 3.5km of garden, sculpture and forest trails to explore
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Kaipara Coast Plant Centre & Sculpture Gardens
1481 Kaipara Coast Hwy
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Hours: 9am to 5pm, 7 days. A vibrant informative Plant Centre, with 3.5km of garden, sculpture and forest trails to explore

Neighbourhoods

Orewa boasts some great restaurants and bars and summer time is the best time to enjoy them. Have dinner and a stroll along Orewa Beach. Most of the main restaurants and bars are located on Hibiscus Coast Highway. Our recommendation is Cheek & Chong - OPEN HOURS Monday: 5pm - late - Tuesday-Friday: 12pm - late - Saturday - Sunday: 9am - late.
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Orewa
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Orewa boasts some great restaurants and bars and summer time is the best time to enjoy them. Have dinner and a stroll along Orewa Beach. Most of the main restaurants and bars are located on Hibiscus Coast Highway. Our recommendation is Cheek & Chong - OPEN HOURS Monday: 5pm - late - Tuesday-Friday: 12pm - late - Saturday - Sunday: 9am - late.
Helensville (our local township) has some great little shops, takeaways and a few cafes for breakfast. As well as a supermarket and medical centre. Visit our favourite local cafe/restaurant The Butcher Baker is located at 5 Commercial Road Helensville.
Helensville
Helensville (our local township) has some great little shops, takeaways and a few cafes for breakfast. As well as a supermarket and medical centre. Visit our favourite local cafe/restaurant The Butcher Baker is located at 5 Commercial Road Helensville.

Food scene

A selection of our local favourites.
TOP RECOMMENDATION - Fantastic location, enjoy wine and tasting platters in an idyllic setting. Open 11am to 5pm daily.
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Westbrook Winery
215 Ararimu Valley Rd
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TOP RECOMMENDATION - Fantastic location, enjoy wine and tasting platters in an idyllic setting. Open 11am to 5pm daily.
Local meets destination at our Lawn Bar. Grab a table, picnic blanket or a spot on the grass and take in the scenic views of the 80 acre vineyard and the rolling hills of Waimauku. ​ It's impossible not to feel relaxed in this stunning rural setting.
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The Hunting Lodge Winery & Restaurant
307 Waikoukou Valley Rd
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Local meets destination at our Lawn Bar. Grab a table, picnic blanket or a spot on the grass and take in the scenic views of the 80 acre vineyard and the rolling hills of Waimauku. ​ It's impossible not to feel relaxed in this stunning rural setting.
A local favorite this beer brewery and established eatery is a must visit if visiting Riverhead. 1171 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, Auckland 09-412 5555 l hoppy@hallertau.co.nz
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Hallertau Brewery
1171 Coatesville Riverhead Hwy
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A local favorite this beer brewery and established eatery is a must visit if visiting Riverhead. 1171 Coatesville Riverhead Highway, Auckland 09-412 5555 l hoppy@hallertau.co.nz
“Pull up a chair. Take a taste. Come join us. Life is so endlessly delicious.” Our favorite asian fusion restaurant in the heart of Orewa. Opening Hours Monday - Wednesday 12pm til late Thursday - Sunday 11am till late
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CHEEK AND CHONG
348 Hibiscus Coast Hwy
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“Pull up a chair. Take a taste. Come join us. Life is so endlessly delicious.” Our favorite asian fusion restaurant in the heart of Orewa. Opening Hours Monday - Wednesday 12pm til late Thursday - Sunday 11am till late