• Event

    Calligraffiti Upside Down Tour

    Thursday, February 9 - Thursday, March 1, 2012

    Saatchi & Saatchi, Parnell

    The Calligraffiti Upside Down Tour includes exhibitions, book signings, live mural painting and lectures in Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland and Singapore.

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    New Zealand Fashion Festival

    Friday, February 24 - Sunday, March 4, 2012

    Shed 10, Queens Wharf, Auckland

    The event promises to be bigger and better than ever before, with a brand new location at Auckland’s Shed 10, five diverse group shows as well as individual shows and daily hair, beauty and style seminars to help you keep your look fresh.

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    A Scene From The End of the Golden Weather

    Sunday, December 25, 2011

    Takapuna Beach Reserve, Takapuna

    A perfect start to an authentic kiwi Christmas, enjoy this free offering featuring top New Zealand actor, Stephen Lovatt who will perform the narrative piece solo, bringing to life a world of magic and transformation, where anything can happen and miracles seem possible.

  • News

    The Wonderful Wocolate

    Joshua and Sarah have on offer a range of items that encourage personality and creative endeavours, making Wocolate a must visit for those seeking a fresh approach to the art of giving.

  • News

    Festival Fashion

    Concrete Playground has taken influence from some of the country's finest outdoor occasions to deliver our first ever fashion editorial.

  • News

    Gift guide for the Fashionista

    Concrete Playground has picked out five favourite gifts for the fashionista that will hopefully land you some much needed brownie points after one too many Christmas beverages.

  • News

    Papershoes X Miss Crabb Pop Up Store

    Set up by friends Amber Easby, Alexis Brooks and Helen Gould, the site offers an array of carefully selected shoes for discerning New Zealand women.

  • News

    Highlights of AUT Rookie Fashion Show

    Fashion connoisseurs will know that November in Auckland City is all about the highly anticipated AUT Rookie Fashion Show. Here are our picks of the designers who stood out.

  • News

    Behind the Scenes /// Vodafone Warriors 2012 Outfitting

    Concrete Playground got the first glimpse of the new player’s kit which incorporates not only a refreshed look and unique designs but improved fabric technology.

  • Event

    Big Boys Toys 2011

    Friday, November 18 - Sunday, November 20, 2011

    ASB Showgrounds, Auckland

    Dads, bring your sons; sons, bring you grandfathers; ladies, bring your men - Big Boys Toys promises to bring the grunt.

  • News

    Introducing London Threads

    Not just your typical online shopping site, London Threads gives New Zealand girls the rare opportunity to access unique products from the London markets that are both fashionable and affordable.

  • News

    Interview /// Concrete Playground Meets Sarah Riley

    Starting in 2007, Sarah was hailed for her fast growing business making high end heels for fashion forward women.

  • Event

    Personal Reaction Time

    Saturday, November 5 - Sunday, November 13, 2011

    Shed 4, Auckland

    Based in the creative hub of Rhubarb Lane, the main interest and visual content of Rebecca's exhibition lies in ideas of becoming and between spaces.

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    Armageddon Expo 2011

    Friday, October 28 - Monday, October 31, 2011

    ASB Showgrounds, Auckland

    Dust off your light saber, clean out your spock ears and get practicing your “Kamehameha!!” scream because Armageddon Expo 2011 is coming to town.

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    Taste of New Zealand

    Wednesday, October 19 - Saturday, October 22, 2011

    Victoria Park,, Auckland

    The green expanse of Victoria Park for four days will be transformed into a vibrant village of artisan food producers, wine tasting, and top restaurants from around the country serving stunning tapas style dishes to food enthusiasts.

  • Restaurant

    Catroux

    129 Westend Road, Westmere

    Catroux is definitely a hidden gem.

  • News

    Curate Fashion Gallery launches

    Britomart’s very own mini department store, Curate located at 5a Gore Street, Auckland CBD has officially marked its opening, recently celebrating with a full scale launch event for fashion media, celebrities and VIP’s.

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