Pegasus Post: August 05, 2021

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Thursday August 5 2021 11
Discover
New Brighton
A local reflects on the
pleasures of New Brighton
It has been reported that one of the great
pleasures of living in New Brighton, is getting
out on the weekends or after work and selecting
one of the many options available in order to
relax and unwind.
Commonly known activities include the
beach, library, pier, and the new hot pools
which each showcase the prominent central
area. Less known activities include cycle rides.
One of them being the ride along the stretch of
beach between Southshore north to Waimairi.
To bike along its length is a stunning
experience. It is a reminder of why the coastal
area is referred to as an amazing place. Starting
off from Southshore and passing the almost
completed very impressive New Brighton surf
club under a blue sky and calm conditions, it is
quickly evident how much the beach is used in
the height of winter.
Hundreds of people are walking or running
along the beach and dunes or cycling along
the coastal track as they express their delight.
Pedalling northwards along the flat wide beach,
the landscape changes where storms have eaten
into the sand banks and created mini cliff faces,
and the sun-lit landmark buildings along the
way act as a guide posts.
Other landmarks include the North Brighton
Community centre, the iconic North Beach,
Waimairi and Spencer Park surf clubs.
Scattered across areas are children on
ponies, wind surfers, colourful kites, and
powered hang gliders. Nearing the river
mouth, the amount of woody debris increases
along the sand dune fringe as piles line the
banks of the Waimakariri River which have
resulted from the recent flood surge.
The 18km ride starting along the Southshore
spit displays white pristine seascape and is a
great winter activity to explore as one of many
pleasures of New Brighton.
seaside treasures
A BIG THANK YOU
We are open
to our customers for
Monday to
Saturday from
supporting us over the
11am to 3pm
last seven years.
(winter
timetable),
and have
layby for your
convenience.
We welcome everyone to
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and children’s clothing
toys, games and puzzles,
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for further info.
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