Movies filmed in Takapuna, Auckland, New Zealand

Laid-back Takapuna is known for its busy white-sand beach and seaside cafes serving fish and chips. Lake Road, Anzac Street and Hurstmere Road form a triangle with sushi bars and Korean barbecue joints alongside lively pubs and student-friendly nightclubs. Lake Pupuke is a freshwater-filled volcano crater, popular for boating. Specialist stores in the area sell everything from designer swimwear to New Zealand wine.