Herne Bay Petanque Club is a petanque club on Salisbury Reserve, in a garden setting on the sunny slopes of Herne Bay, about 3 km from central Auckland. Its address is 19 Salisbury Street. The club has 20 pistes and says it is one of the original petanque clubs in New Zealand, founded in 1995. It says it has the largest membership in Auckland, and it hosts regional, national and international tournaments.
Membership is $90 a year, or $170 a couple. A casual seasonal pass costs $30, but it does not include access to the clubhouse, facilities or competitions. Free membership is offered to people under 19 and over 85. Visitors are welcome, and the club has boules to borrow. The clubhouse has a kitchen and toilets, and on-street parking is nearby. The clubhouse is also available for hire, with petanque equipment for team-building events. Membership applications go to the club secretary by email.