Summer's almost here. Perhaps more than ever in recent memory, we're all hoping for good weather and a chance to truly relax, spend time with friends and whānau, and enjoy the myriad of local events. The programme of exciting activities which bring us all together certainly doesn't create itself! Behind every promotion and event is [...]
Lockdowns, working and schooling at home, and other Covid-related lifestyle adjustments have resulted in less need for us to be out on the roads. Many vehicles that normally see daily use have been sitting idle, some unused for long stretches of time over the past couple of years. Like humans, vehicles tend to perform better [...]
Browns Bay town centre has been eerily quiet. With parking aplenty, and empty benches at the beachfront, Omicron has played a significant role in keeping folks at home. Town centres such as ours are left questioning their ongoing viability as businesses confront a third year of trading in a global pandemic. We have every confidence [...]
Talk about 'pub grub', and most of us think of fish and chips, burgers, ribs, and steaks. Deep Creek Brews & Eats in Browns Bay offers all these hearty favourites but also caters for diners with slightly more adventurous tastebuds. The ShoreLines Magazine team was invited to sample a selection of the summer menu's Small Plates. [...]
On a glorious summer's day, what could be nicer than a delicious ice cream on the beachfront. And in the Bays, we're really spoilt - because Penguino Ice Cream Café is amongst the country's crème de la crème. Penguino was recently nominated by locals and visitors for the NZ Herald's 'Top 10' Best of Summer campaign in the [...]
Join the fin-tastic Whale Tales art trail from 24 January to 18 April 2022 across Auckland, with 80 individually-painted whale tails to be viewed in parks and open spaces across the city, including Browns Bay. This is a free, family-friendly event. Use the handy map or download the 'Whale Tales' app at the App Store [...]
I don't know about you, but I've spent a bit of time during lockdown daydreaming about my next good coffee. I can close my eyes and imagine the familiar aroma of freshly ground coffee that stops you in your tracks when you walk into a cafe. And, living in the Bays, we are spoilt for [...]
The following essential businesses and services are here for you in Browns Bay at Alert Level 4. All other business premises are closed, but please check their online options. Thanks for supporting local. This list may change over time due to government and Ministry of Health developments. Please continue to check this page, as well [...]
The weather plays a prominent part in our daily lives, especially in a seaside community such as Browns Bay where quieter spells are typically experienced over winter. After all, who enjoys promenading in blustery cold conditions! But, here's a great incentive to venture out - and support your neighbours at the same time. Browns Bay [...]
Yum cha (which literally translates as "take tea" in Cantonese) is a popular tradition in regions of China, Hong Kong and Macau. For several years, Asian Wok has been a popular weekend brunch choice for guests from as far afield as Howick. Now under new management, the restaurant is seeking to expand its loyal weekend [...]
