CLINT ROBERTS

RADIO BROADCASTER, ZM

It was the volatile Auckland housing market that first saw broadcaster Clint Roberts and his wife Lucy Slight move out to New Lynn; as first-time home buyers, it was a struggle to find anything within their budget and they were completely new to the area. But six years later and two children later, Clint says the family-friendly suburb is a dream to live in. “It suits us down to a tee for the life stage we’re at, at the moment.” With daughters Tui and Maggie, this young family need somewhere both peaceful and handy and New Lynn fits the bill, plus it’s only a quick drive to the stunning natural scenery West Auckland is known for. New Lynn might be more of a hub – filled with many fellow young families, but a five minute drive takes you to Titirangi and from there, “it’s like a different world,” says Clint. With such young children, finding family-friendly cafes are an important part of a relaxing weekend (well, as relaxing as ait can be, going to a café with a toddler and a newborn). “Tui has just cottoned on to fluffies, and The Tannery does the ones she likes,” Clint says. He shares more of his favourite hangouts and hidden gems here, both in West Auckland and further afield.