Hollywood star Cynthia Erivo is opening the doors to a magical forest hideaway, inviting fans to explore Oz up close through an immersive experience and overnight stay.
As rugged as its reputation suggests, Tassie's West Coast lives up to its persevering motto: "We find a way, or we make a way."
Counting Crows are returning to Australia and New Zealand in March 2026 for 'The Complete Sweets!' tour, with shows locked in for Auckland, Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne.
Benefit from quite possibly the world's longest food delivery, with this much-loved bakery's gooey creations available for one day only.
The milestone edition will see the festival expand to new venues across Australia and New Zealand, with a massive roster of international and local acts.
Costume designer Kym Barrett will talk through her efforts on 'The Matrix', while writer/director Michael Shanks will dig into his horror hit 'Together'.
Trending
Today
News
Restaurants
Bars
Events
Search the directory
-
NewsTaste Levain Bakery's Iconic Cookies Direct From NYC, as Air New Zealand and DoorDash Make an International Delivery
Benefit from quite possibly the world's longest food delivery, with this much-loved bakery's gooey creations available for one day only.
-
NewsNeil Perry's Margaret Has Been Named the Second-Best Steak Restaurant in the World — and 16 Other Australian Eateries Made the List
Almost a fifth of the eateries on the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants List for 2025 are from Australia, including six in the top 20.
-
NewsThis Australian Cafe Was Just Named the Best in the World on the First-Ever Top 100 Coffee Shops List
Toby's Estate flagship cafe and roastery in Chippendale in Sydney took out top spot — and eight other Aussie caffeine havens, plus one in New Zealand, made the ranking.
-
NewsBlack Star Pastry Is Cooking Up a Month-Long Romance-Themed (and Suitably Indulgent) Cake Menu for QT Hotels
The cult-favourite Australian bakery will hit the Gold Coast, Perth, Newcastle, Canberra, New Zealand and Singapore for the first time, too.
-
NewsFood with a View: What To Barbecue on Your Apartment Balcony, According to a Professional Grill Master
"There's something magical about barbecuing that goes beyond the food itself. I love how barbecuing brings people together."
-
NewsCP Staff Picks: The Best Summer BBQ Meals, According to Our Editors
These recipes pack maximum flavour with minimal effort.
Latest Openings
-
RestaurantAyrburn
1 Ayr Avenue, Arrowtown
A recently opened precinct with eight venues (and counting).
-
PubThe Fork And Tap
51 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown
A rustic gastropub offering respite from the cold.
-
-
-
RestaurantThe Green
401 Grey Street, Hamilton
A six-course degustation at an eight-seater chef's table.
-
BarAzabu Mission Bay
44 Tamaki Drive, Auckland
Waterfront dining that combines Japanese cuisine with Peruvian pizzazz.
-
Bar
Azabu Mission Bay
44 Tamaki Drive, Auckland
Waterfront dining that combines Japanese cuisine with Peruvian pizzazz.
-
BarPuffin Wine Bar & Shop
60 Ghuznee Street, Wellington
Organic, biodynamic and minimal intervention drops.
-
BarGlass House Kitchen
17 Arabella Lane, Snells Beach
Long lunches surrounded by floor-to-ceiling views.
-
-
-
BarThe Cellar Bar
204 Quay Street, Auckland
With in-house DJs and cocktail specialties, keep the party going at the Viaduct's new late-night cocktail bar.
-
NewsSpend an Evening in the Ozian Forest, as This Wicked Experience and Overnight Stay Features a Hollywood Hang with Cynthia Erivo
Hollywood star Cynthia Erivo is opening the doors to a magical forest hideaway, inviting fans to explore Oz up close through an immersive experience and overnight stay.
-
NewsCounting Crows Are Bringing 'The Complete Sweets!' Tour to Australia and New Zealand in 2026
Counting Crows are returning to Australia and New Zealand in March 2026 for 'The Complete Sweets!' tour, with shows locked in for Auckland, Adelaide, Sydney and Melbourne.
-
NewsGood Charlotte are Touring Australia and New Zealand with Yellowcard and Kisschasy in 2026
The headline tour will be the band's first trip to their "home away from home" since Download Festival in 2018.
-
NewsLaneway Festival 2026 Will Return in February With a Huge 21st Anniversary Lineup
The milestone edition will see the festival expand to new venues across Australia and New Zealand, with a massive roster of international and local acts.
-
NewsThe Full Trailer for Yorgos Lanthimos' Emma Stone-Led CEO-Kidnapping Dark Comedy 'Bugonia' Is Here
In her latest collaboration with Lanthimos, Stone plays a company executive who is abducted by two conspiracy theorists who are convinced that she is an alien.
-
NewsScreenings of 'The Matrix' and 'Together' with Live Commentaries Are Coming to SXSW Sydney's 2025 Screen Festival
Costume designer Kym Barrett will talk through her efforts on 'The Matrix', while writer/director Michael Shanks will dig into his horror hit 'Together'.
Featured Events
-
EventBritomart Saturday Farmer's Market
Sat, 6 Dec, 2025
Takutai Square, Britomart., Auckland
This weekly inner-city farmer's market sells everything from fresh produce and flowers to coffee, vegan foods, pastries, sweet buns, crepes, juices and savoury snacks.
-
EventPasta and Peroni Nights at The Grounds
Sun, 7 Dec, 2025
The Grounds at Whoa! Studios, Auckland
See out the last sunny evenings of autumn with fresh pasta handmade by an ex-Baduzzi chef and ice-cold beers on tap.
-
EventCasa Bacardi in Auckland Viaduct
Thu, 11 Dec, 2025
Viaduct Harbour, Auckland
Casa Bacardi has popped up on Auckland's Viaduct, but a warning to rum-lovers: its here for a good time, not a long time.
-
EventYoga in the Sky
Multiple single dates
SkyCity Auckland, Auckland
Take your yoga practice to a whole new level — level 51, that is.
-
EventTwilight Tuesdays
Tue, 9 Dec, 2025
Auckland War Memorial Museum, Parnell
Wander through Auckland Museum's beautifully-lit galleries after dark.
-
EventSmales Farmers Market
Tue, 9 Dec, 2025
Smales Farm, North Shore
Auckland's newest farmers market arrives across the harbour.
-
NewsYou Can Hang Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers' on Your Wall at Home — After You Recreate It with Lego
Another iconic masterpiece has been turned into plastic bricks — 2615 of them, ready for you to build.
-
News"A Level of Thoughtful Indulgence": Mocha Mousse Is Pantone's Colour of the Year for 2025
The Pantone Colour Institute's latest pick for hue of the year was chosen for being "sophisticated and lush, yet at the same time an unpretentious classic".
-
NewsDesigning the Future: How the Winners of the 2024 Lexus Design Award are Fixing Hidden Issues
The recent 2024 Lexus Design Award in New Zealand flaunted some pretty impressive young talent.
-
NewsLego's New 'Mona Lisa' Kit Will Let You Display Leonardo da Vinci's Masterpiece on Your Own Wall
After turning 'The Starry Night' and 'The Great Wave' into plastic bricks, Lego is now giving another iconic painting the same treatment.
-
NewsSave the Date: Auckland Design Week Has Announced Its 2024 Lineup of Creative Talent for Its March Festival
Come see what some of Auckland's most talented designers have to offer at this new annual event.
-
NewsNow Open: Kayu Studio Launches Furniture Showroom and Airbnb Decked Out in Its Designs
At Kayu Casa, you can spend a weekend relaxing on one of the brand's comfy sofas before taking it home with you.
Latest Guides
-
NewsThe Best Glamping Sites Around Australia
Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.
-
NewsPredicting the Oscars: Who Should, Could and Will Win at the 2025 Academy Awards
From 'Anora' and 'A Real Pain' to 'I'm Still Here' and 'No Other Land', here's what's likely to emerge victorious at the 2025 Oscars.
-
NewsTen of the Most-Unique and Relaxing Stays You Can Book Around Auckland
From sprawling rainforest escapes to chic inner-city lofts, Auckland's Airbnb game is set to impress.
-
NewsUnique Stays with Breathtaking Views of New Zealand's South Island
From rugged secluded cottages to luxurious lakeside retreats.
-
NewsHow to Spend a Weekend in Auckland: New Zealand's Foodie and Music Capital
From rolling volcanic hills to sleek Euro dining, a weekend in Auckland makes for the perfect escape.
-
FeatureA Weekender's Guide to Tasmania's Wild West Coast
As rugged as its reputation suggests, Tassie's West Coast lives up to its persevering motto: "We find a way, or we make a way."
-
NewsAirbnb Is Now Letting You Book Hangouts with Megan Thee Stallion and Sabrina Carpenter, Plus Personal Chefs and Ramen-Making Sessions
The accommodation-sharing platform has expanded its range, complete with spa treatments, exploring Notre Dame's restoration and pastry sessions with Chef Raphaelle Elbaz from The French Bastards bakery.
-
NewsCalling All 'Welcome to Wrexham' Fans: Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney's Welsh Football Club Is Set to Play Down Under
Wrexham AFC has locked in matches against Melbourne Victory and Sydney FC in Australia, and against Wellington Phoenix in New Zealand.
-
News
The Best Glamping Sites Around Australia
Stay in luxury tents scattered among remote deserts, lush rainforests and tropical islands at these Australian glamping sites.
-
NewsEight Lesser-Known Dishes You Need to Try on a Tour of Japan
Forget sushi or ramen, these local specialties showcase what makes Japanese food truly great.
Trending Bars and Restaurants
-
CafeTakapuna Beach Cafe and Store
22 The Promenade, Takapuna
With its panoramic views of Rangitoto Island and the Waitemata Harbour, Takapuna Beach Café and Store offers a treat for all senses.
-
ShopOnsen Hot Pools
160 Arthurs Point Road, Arthurs Point
Find total relaxation at this dreamy retreat. Soak in cedar hot tubs with wine and nibbles as you look out across the Shotover Canyon by day or up at the Milky Way by night.
-
CafeThe Botanist
90 Wellesley Street, Auckland
City Works Depot's cafe/bar/plant nursery fusion cafe.
-
-
BarSeafarers Club
52 Tyler Street, Britomart
The members-only bar serves sophistication without pretension.
Web Stories
The latest in Auckland
