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Waitemata Golf Club

Visit Devonport — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:19:27 +0000

With affordable green fees and an easy walking park like course, the Waitemata Golf Club has played an important part in the Devonport Community for well over a century.

Course history

The land was donated 107 years ago to the citizens of North Shore by the Alison family for use as a sporting facility. The course was for many years a nine hole affair with a motorbike, greyhound, and horse racing track around the outside.

Parts of the track are still in play today with the back straight forming the fairway of the par five13^th. The Takapuna Jockey Club abandoned the track in 1938 and the 18 hole course was established. Today it offers a wonderful green belt and a focus for the heart of Devonport. Many residents enjoy a pleasant summer evening walk through the course.

A welcoming location

Waitemata in fact has options for most golfers from 9 hole players, to those who enjoy twilight competitions during daylight saving or daily summer holiday scrambles over a full 18 holes. Members and guests alike can then relax in the clubhouse, and enjoy both the view and the range of après golf fare from Waitemata’s café and bar.

Corporate golfing

North Shore businesses find the accessibility of the course a bonus when planning their corporate golf day functions and these events have become somewhat of a specialty of the staff at the club.

Destination golf shop

Over the years the Golf Shop has become a favorite destination for women seeking the latest ranges in golf fashion clothing and accessories. Men are not left out either, and the shop stocks a comprehensive range of competitively priced golfing equipment.

Professional coaching

The Club’s resident professional Jonathan Wright offers coaching and clinics to new comers and seasoned golfers alike. Jonathan also supports neighbouring Intermediate and Secondary schools with golf tuition and the Club offers school student summer membership deals.

This is a very popular course and bookings are essential.

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Windsor Reserve and beach

Visit Devonport — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 04:38:17 +0000

Windsor Reserve and Devonport Beach are conveniently located near the Devonport ferry terminal and Victoria Road. Families love the big grassy areas and the playground for kids.

Relax and soak up the relaxing village vibe. It’s a perfect spot for a picnic or enjoying fish and chips by the beach.

Windsor Reserve is home to the Devonport Library, the 1924 War Memorial and a band rotunda. It’s also the venue for the annual Devonport Food, Wine and Music Festival.

Devonport Beach is a popular spot for swimming and relaxing by the sea.

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Cheltenham Beach

Visit Devonport — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 04:32:51 +0000

Relax and breathe in the fresh sea air as you explore Devonport’s famous Cheltenham beach. Marvel at the awesome sea views from the shore or take a refreshing dip in the calm ocean waters.

The long sandy stretch of Cheltenham Beach is popular with locals and visitors for swimming, strolling and relaxing! There are also grassy areas that are great for picnics and enjoying fish and chips by the beach.

Located one mile away from the ferry terminal – it’s an easy and scenic walk to Cheltenham Beach. Along the route you will see beautifully restored Victorian villas – many with spectacular ocean views.

North Head can be easily accessed from Cheltenham Beach and the Vauxhall Road shops are also conveniently located nearby.

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Torpedo Bay

Visit Devonport — Fri, 09 Mar 2012 04:10:30 +0000

Torpedo Bay on Waitemata Harbour boasts a picturesque location near North Head. It’s a popular spot for swimming and is also home to the impressive Navy Museum.

It’s an easy and scenic walk from Devonport’s ferry terminal along King Edward Parade to reach Torpedo Bay. Stop at the acclaimed galleries, stores and cafes along the route.

Torpedo Bay got its name from a naval torpedo boat in the 1920s. It has also been known as Haukapua and Pilots Bay and is a site of historical significance. The location played a key role in Auckland’s early defence systems and has had a military presence since 1880.

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