Meadowbank, Ellerslie, St Johns
Wide sweeping streets, a relaxed and friendly community, good-quality homes on child-friendly sections and an eclectic mix of people – these suburbs epitomise comfortable family life in New Zealand today and provide an attractive alternative to the neighbouring high-profile suburb of Remuera.
The area’s handiness to many of Auckland’s transport routes and shops enhances the lifestyle, while the many parks and reserves are well-frequented. Developed during the past 60 years, the variety of housing caters for all tastes, from grand merchant houses, ex-state bungalows and well-planned 1970s family homes.
Attractions
Relax at one of the many cafes in the Ellerslie shops
Walk around the large Waiatarua Reserve and its small bird sanctuary
Or check out the wetlands area at nearby Michael’s Ave Park
Try your luck at the par 3 golf course inside the Ellerslie Race Course
Buy authentic Mexican groceries, café food and crafts in Marua Road
Pop down the road to the new and exciting Sylvia Park shopping centre
Marvel at the old merchants’ house on Ladies Mile or the historic Christ Church (c 1883)
Schools
All levels:
Michael Park (Rudolf Steiner) School
Primary:
Meadowbank Primary School
Mt Carmel School
Ellerslie School
St Mary’s School
Stanhope Road Primary
Secondary:
Glendowie College
Penrose High School
