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 Antique shop star |
191 Adelaide Road Newtown Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 389 2209 |
This store, situated at the intersection of Adelaide Road and John Street, is the hard to miss bright rust-coloured gateway to Newtown. The star of a small group of antique shops that cluster around this busy area, it specialises mainly in smaller collectables like crockery, toys, jewellery, books, photographs, pictures, dolls and many other of life's adored accessories. There are also a few larger pieces like cabinets and sideboards that are worth a look if you are in the area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bric-a-brac |
2 Todman Street Brooklyn Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 939 7808 |
You can not miss the Galleria - it is the one with the furniture and bric-a-brac tumbling out onto the pavement at the busy Brooklyn village intersection. Here you will find Steve and Aida, hard at work every day, buying, selling, and trading a wide range of quality second hand goods. There are antiques, art, furniture, home ware, collectables and tools. You will even find some quality used golf balls nicely packaged beside a turn of the century treasure. A great place for poking around any day of the week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Gifts to purr over |
54 Cleveland Street Brooklyn Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 382 9805 |
If you are a cat lover you will find lots to purr over at this unique gift shop located in the inner city suburb of Brooklyn. There is a great selection of original handcrafted items featuring cat designs. From photo frames, mats and mobiles to ornaments, cards and candleholders, there is a great choice, at surprisingly low prices. You will also find other interesting items such as miniature beanies of New Zealand indigenous wild life. Everything you buy is beautifully gift wrapped on request at no extra charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Fresh fish from the boats |
P. O. Box 16035 Newtown Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 389 6465 |
Fine fresh seafood directly from the local boats is available at this large retail outlet just out of the city. You can buy premium grade fresh or frozen fish to cook at home or try an in-house fish and chip meal. A wide selection of whole and filleted fish is available as well as local shellfish. The firm also imports a range of olive oils that are supplied to distributors, restaurants and supermarkets, and are also available retail. It is ideally located for those commuting to the southern or eastern suburbs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Handy wine shop |
Cleveland Street Brooklyn Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 920 0226 |
In the heart of Brooklyn this local liquor outlet has a dedicated following. It stocks all the booze basics of course including a selection of New Zealand and imported wine, beer and spirits. The decor is basic but that is all you need--the selection speaks for itself. So why not pop in and pick up a good bottle to offer to your hosts next time you are out this way. Additional branches are at Greta Point, Hutt Park, Karori, Northland, Wainuiomata, Porirua, Mana, and Upper Hutt. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Collectables |
8 Riddiford Street Newtown Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 389 6689 |
Hobson's is a good place for buying or selling collectables or general bric-a-brac. The store is a 10 minute car trip from the city centre, or 20 minutes by bus. This shop specialises in New Zealand art and china but also caters for crystal enthusiasts. Collectibles include toys, hand made dolls, books and furniture. Top class English dinnerware including Royal Albert, Royal Doulton, Shelly and Wedgwood are also brought and sold. A large store with a real old-world atmosphere it will appeal to collectors and lovers of old things. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Ailments galore |
173 Riddiford Street P. O. Box 7389, Newtown Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 389 7592 http://www.medical-books.co.nz/ |
This speciality shop has people visiting from all over the country for it's vast collection of books that cover a multitude of subjects associated with ailments - and keeping healthy - of the human body. If you need a detailed book on childbirth, cancer, general medical information, dictionaries or anything else try here first. If it is not in stock the friendly staff will be able to point you in the right direction. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Prostheses and maternity wear |
13 Riddiford Street Newtown Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 389 1611 |
This specialist store carries a complete range of mastectomy products from prostheses and bras to swimwear and nightwear. You will also find back, knee and ankle supports as well as incontinence garments. If you are pregnant it is a great place to shop for maternity underwear, and it specialises in fuller figure fittings. You will also find a choice of corsets, hernia supports and liposuction garments. Located in the inner-city suburb of Newtown, just a short bus ride or drive from the city centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hoarders of old things |
5 Riddiford Street Newtown Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 939 9770 |
The owners of this shop pride themselves on being hoarders of old and recycled ware from the deep to not so distant past. You will find all sorts here, from model boats, stuffed animals and other antique toys to office furniture from the 1920s, magnificent wooden works, and bric-a-brac like stand up ashtrays. Situated at the city end of Newtown amongst a cluster of other antique shops it is a good starting point for a relaxed morning's antique hunting. Review © 2007, Wcities |