Alyssa loves the community

Alyssa Farrand, 29, owner of Aligned Movement, wife, lives in Kerikeri.

The accessibility to free things - you can go for a walk on a beautiful track to a waterfall, or adventure out to a gorgeous beach.

There are a variety of outdoor activities for any budget.

Also, the sense of community, the people here are amazing, and I have been inspired by the generosity of so many others willing to give a hand.

I’ve lived here in Kerikeri for a year and a half, but the two years prior we were down in Auckland.

I am originally from a small town just outside of San Francisco called Vacaville.

I’ve heard about a few issues, but personally don’t know enough about them as I still feel like a bit of a newbie in town.

Perhaps the lack of nightlife. It would be awesome if the stores had one late night a week, I think it would be great for the local economy.

It used to be The Italians, but Wharepuke and Diablos is a close second.

Diablos is great on a budget and reminds me of home.

Wharepuke is good for a little treat.

We are spoilt for choice.

Teaching Burlesque every Wednesday night.

The women in the class all come for their different reasons, but it is so much fun and a great

My husband, Scott, I think he’s the most open minded, accepting person I’ve met.

He’s taught me a lot about life; he’s taught me what Kiwis are all about.

Anywhere out in the Bay of Islands.

Being out on the water is an amazing feeling and provides a sense of tranquility, it’s good for

Probably look at the infrastructure and roadways, I’m talking about Kerikeri in particular, I don’t know much about the other places.

I moved out of Auckland to not sit in traffic, but at 3 or 5 pm it gets busy, so that could be improved.

Also parking, there’s lots of tourists, it’s great for our local economy, but there needs to be more options.

Like today it’s not even the middle of the tourist season, and I still had a hard time finding a

I recently discovered that I really enjoy mowing the lawn, we bought our property March last year and a new ride on mower.

It’s the one time not to think about work; It’s a secret passion I never thought I would have.

I also really enjoy a good movie at home and hanging out with friends.

Being out on the water is an amazing feeling and provides a sense of tranquility, it’s good for the soul.