Winter is well and truly upon us and we have had some stunning blue sky crisp days, balanced with stormy, moody conditions, conducive to remaining indoors. But Browns Bay shops are always keen to entice you to enjoy what the town centre has to offer.

During the month of August you could win a trip for two to Fiji by simply spending $20 or more in any of the 115 businesses that are participating in our latest ‘Shop Local’ competition. Enter as many times as you like! It could be you escaping the chill, or winning one of four $500 shopping sprees in Browns Bay.

So what is it that you expect from your excursion to the local shops? Perhaps a warm greeting, even being addressed by your first name. Why not. After all, shopping at local stores is not just about a retail experience. For many of us it’s about more than simply ticking off the items on our shopping list. It’s about making human connections that technology can’t. Browns Bay small business operators are a friendly bunch who pride themselves on maximising your shopping experience for you. They love to get to know you and understand what your requirements are. They take a genuine interest in extending a helping hand, even learning your preferences, and gaining an inkling of anything new that might interest you.

Garnering the knowledge that creates trusted and valued friendships is becoming a rare skill in the fast developing word of online shopping. We encourage you to make the most of your visits to our friendly, knowledgeable small businesses where customers are assured of personalised service in their own back yard.