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‘Housing around a surf pool’: All Blacks legend backs new 500-home development
Sir John Kirwan backs a 500-home Auckland surf village centred around a wave park and coastal-style community living.
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All Blacks legend Sir John Kirwan is backing a new 500-home development in Dairy Flat, Auckland, centered around a unique surf park. The project is likened to golf course communities like Te Arai Links.
Stage one (50 homes) is consented, with 480 more homes under a Fast Track application. Backed by investment firm Aventuur and other notable figures, the village will also feature a world-class surfing academy and commercial spaces.
The development is expected to open by summer 2028-29.
An architectural render of Sir John Kirwan's surf park, featuring 500 homes. Photo: Supplied
Sir John Kirwan catches a wave. Photo: Supplied
Sir John Kirwan. (file photo). Photo: DAVID UNWIN
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