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🌍 Where in the World is ShoreLines? 🌍 We love seeing where ShoreLines magazine travels with you! From iconic landmarks to off-the-beaten-path adventures, your snapshots bring our community closer together. In this issue, we're excited to showcase your incredible journeys with ShoreLines in hand. Check out these amazing highlights: 📍 London, UK – Charles posing proudly in front of the stunning St. Paul's Cathedral, and Allen soaking up the scene near the iconic Tower Bridge. 📍 Taoyuan, Taiwan – Biking a massive 900km loop around Taiwan deserves a rest, and what better way than reading ShoreLines on the train to the airport? 📍 Seoul, South Korea – Bruce Ramsay takes a moment to explore history inside the City Gatewith his copy of ShoreLines. Want to be featured? Take your copy of ShoreLines on your next adventure or send a copy to overseas friends and family. Snap a pic and send it to [email protected]. We’d love to see how far ShoreLines can go! 🌏 Thanks to everyone who sent in their photos — you’re making ShoreLines a true global traveller! #WhereInTheWorld #ShoreLinesOnTour #CommunityConnections #TravelInspiration

Dear Readers and Valued Advertisers, As the festive season draws near, the team at Shorelines Magazine wish to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. This time of year is a moment to reflect on the year that has passed, to celebrate our shared successes, and to look forward to the opportunities that lie ahead. To our readers, your engagement, feedback, and loyalty inspire us to keep bringing you stories that inform, entertain, and connect us all. Every page we create is with you in mind, and your support means the world to us. To our valued advertisers, your partnership and trust enable us to continue showcasing the vibrant spirit of our community. Your support fuels our mission to highlight the best our region has to offer, and we are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with you. As we look ahead to the new year, we are excited about the fresh stories, local highlights, and new collaborations that await. But for now, we hope you take a moment to relax, recharge, and enjoy the magic of the season. From all of us at Shorelines Magazine, we wish you a joyful Christmas and a bright, prosperous New Year filled with happiness, health, and success. Happy Holidays, The Team at ShoreLines

CONGRATULATIONS!!! Well done to Lorayne Ferguson of Albany Heights who correctly guessed this festive chocolate Christmas tree is made with 51 Belgian chocolates, white Lindt chocolate and Ferrero Rocher, topped with a chocolate gold star. Edible Blooms NZ say no to boring old gifts and have opened up a world where you can gift differently. The selection of treats always deliver a WOW moment, every single time! Their range of chocolate bouquets and gift baskets are handmade with love from the finest chocolates, fresh fruit and delicious doughnuts. #competition #giveaway #win #Congrats #shorelines

Dear Neighbour It’s one of my favourite times of the year: the weather getting warmer and the days getting longer and summer just around the corner. Yes, daylight saving marks the start of another summer. Hallowe’en is almost upon us and the team at ShoreLines do not disappoint. We have an exclusive interview with Mark Wallbank, founder of Haunted Auckland, for a practical look behind the curtain at what makes things go bump in the night. There are also a few fun facts for trick or treaters on page 39. And huge congratulations to our local gold Olympian, Tara Vaughan – didn’t the kayakers do well! There’s a lovely interview on page 22, for some sideline chat on the Paris Olympics 2024. Keeping with a sporty theme, we bring you New Zealand’s latest sport’s craze – pickleball and padel. Find out what it’s about, how to play and where to find your nearest court on page 20. Look out for a couple of great giveaways in this issue. We have Edible Blooms competition, where one lucky reader will receive a magnificent Christmas tree of choc treats, in time for the big event. As well as our ongoing sponsorship of the colouring in competition by Arena Entertainment, who generously gift two $100 vouchers for the best entries received. So, get creative, drop off your masterpiece and be in to win! And with the silly season ahead, keep yourself safe from scammers and always be vigilant. Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Turn to page 10 for our latest scam warning. Finally, as of 1 October, there are only 12 weeks till Christmas. It’s practically here … Until next time, Kim!

Dear Neighbour What a treat for ShoreLines to have been invited to the announcement of the NZ athletics team for the Paris Olympic Games 2024. We really appreciated the opportunity to meet the athletes and their friends and families, who have supported them through the years to achieve their dreams of sporting success. We are proud to have them on our cover this issue. Read some of the interviews and team chat in our feature story on page 8. And a big thank you to our readers who took up the challenge of sending through their photos of life in the bays for our photo competition. The ShoreLines team were overwhelmed by the quality and creativity of the entries. It was tough to pick out one winner from the many entries we received. So we have shortlisted these to five great pics and, with your help we will select the photo that graces the cover of issue #38 August / September. Visit our page to vote online. For more of our amazing entries, check out some of our favourites on page 18. Thanks again, we were really humbled by your support. Also, in this issue we bring you the adventures of KITT the car currently burning up the asphalt across the USA and turning heads along the way. You may recognize this automotive legend from guest appearances at Browns Bays’ own Boys Toys and Christmas Parade. What an adventure! At the time of going to print, the announcement for paid parking in the city centre was just hitting the headlines. Not the best timing, with winter chills well and truly here and everyone feeling the pinch. If ever you needed a reason to support local, here it is! We have included a range of local dining options and suggestions for you to enjoy in our special Urban Soirées right here in your own back yard on pages 40 - 44. Some new offerings, some old favourites, and all of them come with free parking! Enjoy! Kim (Publisher)

From the Publisher... As I am writing this it feels like we are enjoying (?) a sneak preview of winter, with some pretty chilly weather. Is it time to pull out the winter woollies? The team at ShoreLines always jump at the chance to shout out about the talent we have in our community, and this issue does not disappoint! We have the opportunity to celebrate a few young up and coming stars. One, who I have known since primary school, is local lad, Ethan Roots. From his early beginnings playing Bays Rugby - East Coast Bays and Rosmini College, To his selection for England in February of this year, what an achievement. Well done Ethan! Much talented family band, Rumpus Machine, are taking the country by storm with cover versions of rock classics, as well as playing their own original material. Read up about this local band, and where you can see them perform, on page 20. Would you like to see your photo grace the cover of ShoreLines? We are looking for the quintessential shot that captures what living in the Bays means to you. Find out more about the competition along with some top tips from local photographer, Chris Chase Photography, and snap away. Entries close 15 May (see page 26 for details). We also have a copy of The Three Quicks, signed by author, Trevor Auger, up for grabs. It’s a great read, and not just for the cricketing enthusiast out there. A celebration of New Zealand’s three pace bowlers and their impact on the Blackcaps. And to keep things real, sadly, it is all too commonplace today to be hoodwinked by scammers. We have a compelling read and some good advice to help you keep yourself safe online, with our When Love is a Lie article on page 4. On behalf of the team at ShoreLines, I’d like to wish you all a Happy Easter and to all the grandmothers, aunties, mums and mums to be, a happy Mothers Day. Till next time Kim Thank you to all our advertisers: Browns Bay & Friends Arvida Living Well Communities Maintain To Profit Stitch N Tim

Have you heard the latest scoop? 🗞️ Browns Bay Beach is getting long awaited repairs. The retaining wall is undergoing repairs to keep our beautiful coastline safe and pristine. Thank you to the hardworking folks behind this project, ensuring our beach remains a perfect spot for relaxation and recreation. Thank you for your dedication to keeping Browns Bay safe and enjoyable for all!

Join us in embracing the luck of the Irish on March 17th as we paint the town green! Here on the East Coast Bays there is no shortage of places to revel in the spirit of St. Paddy's. 🍻💚 Let's raise a pint (or two) to the Emerald Isle and all things Irish! 🍺 So put on your finest green attire, grab your shamrocks, and enjoy this St. Patrick's Day celebration this weekend! Tag your mates and spread the word - the craic is guaranteed to be mighty! 🎶🍀 #StPatricksDay #EastCoastBays #stpatricksweekend #stpatricksday2024

Happy International Women's Day! On this special day, we're celebrating the remarkable strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women all around the globe. Let's pay homage to the pioneers who paved the way and the inspiring women shaping our world every day. Here's to equality and mutual empowerment! Whether you're a sister, mother, friend, or colleague, your contributions are truly priceless. Together, let's work towards a world where every woman feels heard, supported, and empowered to pursue her dreams. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2024 #EmpowerHer #WomenEmpowerment #BreakTheGlassCeiling #EqualityForAll #InspiringWomen #StrongWomen #ShePersisted #CelebrateWomen #BalanceForBetter #WomenInLeadership #HerStoryOurStory #UnstoppableWomen #Sisterhood #PowerfulWomen #ChampioningChange #GenderEquality #RiseUpWomen #CheersToWomen #InternationalWomensDay2024

Uncover the wonders of South America with the Grand Tour! 🗺️ From the enchanting Sacha Lodge in the Amazon jungle to the elegance of Buenos Aires, a 5-day Galapagos Islands cruise to the majesty of Machu Picchu – this is an adventure like no other. Book today for a journey of a lifetime! 🌍🚢 Email: [email protected] or call 09-4791003 #SouthAmericaWonders #GrandTourAdventure #travellife #TravelGoals #traveldiaries #traveladdict Followers

💖 Unveiling Valentine's Origins! 🌹 Valentine's Day, rooted in the sacrifices of two martyrs defying Roman Emperor Claudius II, evolved from outlawed marriages to a celebration of love. 💔➡️💖 Legend has it that Valentine, a priest, continued performing "illegal" marriages, sealing his fate with Claudius. Valentine's Day traditions, from handmade cards to candlelight dinners, have come a long way. While the US spends a staggering $25.9 billion on gifts, you don't have to break the bank! 🌿💕 Explore heartfelt gestures like handpicked flowers, handwritten notes, or a simple picnic to show you care. Explore more on Page 20 - view the digital copy online, www.shorelines.co.nz #ValentinesHistory #LoveEvolution #ShorelinesMag #valentine2024 #ValentinesGifts #valentinesdaygiftideas