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Island Bay: Beautiful, Wild & Resilient | You Are Here
Part of our series highlighting the suburbs Kiwi love most, as told by the locals who make each place what it is.
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Wellington's Island Bay is celebrated by locals as "beautiful, wild, and resilient." It offers a unique "village within the city" feel, with a strong, supportive community described as a "massive family."
The suburb boasts a vibrant local scene, including Beach House & Kiosk and Double Vision Brewing. Its main draw is the outdoors, featuring:
- A stunning marine reserve for snorkeling
- Beautiful beaches and walking tracks
- A strong connection to nature
This blend of wild coast and tight-knit community makes it a highly sought-after suburb.
Wellington's south coast.
A village within the city
Double Vision Brewery opened their Island Bay 'Dub Hub' location in 2025.
Patrisha's Pies are hard to miss.
Where the wild meets the table
One of Davina's chickens.
The best-kept secret is the sea
The Island that gives the suburb its name.
A neighbourhood that looks after everyone
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