Devonport

The suburb extends along the southern end of Devonport Peninsula, forming the northern edge of Waitematā Harbour with North Head guarding its entrance point.

The area became one of Auckland's first colonial settlements in the 1840s, with the establishment of a naval base that continues to serve as New Zealand's primary naval facility.

The Victoria Theatre maintains its position as the longest continuously operating cinema in the Southern Hemisphere, showing films since its early days.

Visitors can reach Devonport via a 10-minute ferry service from Auckland's Downtown Terminal, with regular departures throughout the day.

The local council made history in 1981 by declaring Devonport the first nuclear-free zone in New Zealand, leading a national movement.

Location: Auckland Region

Shares border with: Stanley Point, Vauxhall

GPS coordinates: -36.83167,174.79628

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:31