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Downtown Shopping Centre Corner Queen and Customs Streets Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 300 5079 http://www.marinetheme.co.nz |
This is the store for items with a nautical theme. The store though is cosy, warm and inviting. There are prints, paintings, framed art, posters, ties, tea-towels, sextants which really work, replica nautical memorabilia, key rings and hats. There is a large variety of model ships, from tiny ones in little bottles to over a metre in length--all are intricate in detail. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Two-sided store |
468a Manukau Road Epsom Auckland New Zealand +64 (0)9 630 3115 |
Situated up a short driveway behind another antique store, this shop is divided into two distinct parts. Upon entering the door there are classic antiques to the right, with collectables and memorabilia to the left. The right side has furniture, china, porcelain, light fittings, and other furnishings in a spacious area. The other side is packed full of antique toys, sports equipment, posters, books, and model cars. Located approximately 15 minutes from downtown Auckland. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Toys and pint-sized furniture |
78 Clonbern Road Remuera Auckland New Zealand +64 (0)9 524 0737 http://www.courteneyswoodshop.... |
Coutenay's make a colorful and attractive range of wooden toys and children's furniture. Tables and chairs, toy boxes, rocking horses, trolleys, bookcases, easels, and desks are all beautifully made. They pay attention to detail and to safety - for example their toybox features a gap between the lid and the top in consideration of small fingers, and they use rubber non-scratch wheels on the trolleys. Solid and hardy, these products will stand the test of time, and keep their good looks for years to come. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Buy, sell, trade, loan |
Pioneer Plaza Henderson Auckland New Zealand +64 (0)9 836 6122 |
This store buys, sells, trades and loans quality goods. It has a good, wide range of small appliances (televisions, videos, stereos, and smaller) and a more limited selection of whiteware. There are also sporting goods, power and hand tools, a lot of jewelery, car stereos, camera equipment, video game consoles and games, and much, much more. There are also a few brand new items. This is also the place to come for some quick cash. However, they stop buying half an hour before the store closes and not on Sundays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Handcraft co-operative |
237 Parnell Road Parnell Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 309 8740 http://www.nzcrafts.co.nz |
Built in 1982, this craft co-operative is managed and run by shareholders who also make up a number of the 300 craftspeople that display and sell their products through the store. The selection is huge and prices are competitive, with items ranging from handmade candles to greenstone jewelery and handcrafted chess sets. The store is a replica of an Indian elephant house, with huge doorways and a loft, and a relaxed and rustic atmosphere. Follow the signs from Parnell Road, as the store is hidden away down a quiet alley. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Amber Mellano |
 Gamesman |
3119 Great North Road New Lynn Auckland 1007 New Zealand +64 (0)9 827 7004 http://www.gamesman.co.nz/ |
For a very impressive collection of computer games and other software, this is the place to come. Playstation and Dreamcast games are the most popular, and this store has all the latest and greatest titles. Some PC educational software, along with games, hardware - such as gaming consoles, memory cards, and controllers - are also sold. Games can usually be trialled before purchase. Located behind The Warehouse in New Lynn, about 20 minutes from the city. Additional Branch: 627 Mt Wellington Highway, Mt Wellington, +64 (0)9 276 8606. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Educational Experience |
539 Mt Eden Road Mt Eden Auckland 1003 New Zealand +64 (0)9 630 6318 |
Mainly Toys stocks a diverse range of colourful toys, books, and educational resources for children of all ages. It is the perfect place to shop for quality gifts for children if you want something a bit different or to meet a specific educational need. The staff can offer good advice on developmental stages in play and recommend appropriate toys for the level and age group required. A catalogue is available on request and they will mail it to you. It does not contain the entire range, so a visit to this delightful store is recommended. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vintage toys and dolls |
237 Parnell Road Parnell Auckland New Zealand +64 (0)9 358 0016 http://www.oldtintoys.co.nz/ |
In a charming old world shoppe in Parnell Village, The Old Tin Toyshop is the home of an intriguing collection of vintage toys and dolls, collectibles, and other curiosities that have taken the fancy of the proprietor, Andrew McLennan, who spends most of his time buying and selling these wonderful toys and dolls. Clock-work to battery-powered, china dolls to action figures, toys made of tin, and toys made of plastic, it's all here at The Old Tin Toyshop. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Two floors of specialty shops in historic arcade |
Queen & Customs Sts Auckland 1001 New Zealand +64 (0)9 358 1777 |
Queen's Arcade is a delightful piece of old Auckland history. It has fashioned itself into an interesting collection of specialist boutique shops. Here you will find Decor Cakes, The Pipe Centre, The Ballet Barre, War Souvenirs, King of Cards (cards and comics), Birkenstock Shoes, Homeworks (haberdashery and handcraft supplies) and Upstairs Antiques, to name a few. The Arcade has been elegantly refurbished. Early wrought-iron roof trusses and glazed roofing allow light to filter downwards over the interior. Patio Licensed Cafe looks out over Queen Street. There are a couple of coffee bars at the other end of the arcade. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Mick Yates  |
 Photo: Irene Wood |
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Buy, sell and trade music |
438 Queen Street Auckland Central Auckland 91285 New Zealand +64 (0)9 302 3940 http://www.realgroovy.co.nz |
Opened in 1981, this cavernous store prides itself on offering the biggest range of music in New Zealand. It is particularly popular with musicians because of this, and also thanks to its range of music-related clothing and a notice board that helps promote bands and connect musicians. Not only are there stacks of CDs and tapes, but also videos, DVDs, computer games and accessories, and an eclectic range of books and magazines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Major fashion and food hall |
Corner of Lake Road & Anzac Street Takapuna Auckland 1309 New Zealand |
Shore City Galleria is a spacious and popular shopping centre in Takapuna, the largest retail centre on the Shore. It is identified as a principal centre for fashion clothing with many well known labels available. There are of course plenty of other shops here too such as shoes, pharmacy, homewares, hardware, music, gifts, and a Farmers department store attached. What is not inside the Galleria will doubtless be outside nearby in the street. The new food court on the lower floor is attractively laid out and offers a great range of food types for substantial and inexpensive meals and snacks, or just coffee. A large carpark beside the Galleria has direct enclosed access into the shopping center. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Superb quality from traditional department store |
253-261 Queen Street Auckland 1000 New Zealand +64 9 377 4770 http://www.smithandcaugheys.co... |
Smith and Caughey is Auckland's oldest established department store. Quality is the word for their goods, ambience and service. Expect to pay a little extra for the privilege. There are clothing departments for women, men and children; lingerie; shoes; perfumery and cosmetics; fine china; home wares; gifts and more. The cafeteria upstairs serves light snacks and substantial meals. There is a traditional hairdresser for gentlemen in-store. The most comfortable rest rooms in Auckland are found here. Now you can shop at Smith and Caughey on-line. In particular a wide range of gift boxes and hampers are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |