Janine Smith, Author at Concrete Playground

News
The Five Best Beaches for Learning to Surf Around Auckland

Whether you're a first timer or looking to brush up on the basics, nab a lesson or two at one of these popular surf beaches.

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Cafe
Romulus and Remus

551 Richmond Road, Auckland

West Lynn's newest opening was inspired by the traditional trattorias of Rome.

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Event
Auckland Record Fair 2019

Sat, 30 Nov, 2019
Freemans Bay Community Centre

Find rare gems and must-have classics at this massive vinyl fair.

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Event
The Rocky Horror Picture Show with Richard O'Brien

Thu, 31 Oct, 2019
Hollywood Cinema

Do the time warp again with Rocky Horror creator and star Richard O'Brien.

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Cafe
Mamas Donuts

173a Archers Road, Auckland

Hamilton's best doughnuts have arrived in Auckland.

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Event
Mini British Film Festival

Wed, 30 Oct - Wed, 13 Nov 2019
Various cinemas in Auckland, Auckland

This nationwide film festival is packed with fresh talent and accomplished industry professionals.

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Cafe
Doe Donuts

345 New North Road, Kingsland

Cook Island-style doughnuts whipped up in the heart of Kingsland.

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Event
RunNation Film Festival

Mon, 26 Aug, 2019
Event Cinemas - Queen Street, Auckland

This inspirational film festival focuses on the basic human act of running.

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Event
An Orchestral Rendition of Daft Punk: Greatest Hits

Sat, 7 Mar, 2020
Studio The Venue, Auckland

Daft Punk's greatest hits get the orchestral treatment.

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Restaurant
Wise Boys Burgers

604 Great North Road, Auckland

The popular plant-based burger truck finds a permanent home in Grey Lynn.

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Event
Live at the Museum: A Night of Opera

Wed, 31 Jul, 2019
Auckland War Memorial Museum, Parnell

Opera classics in the museum's stunning Grand Foyer.

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News
Ten Must-See Films at the 2019 New Zealand International Film Festival

Featuring winners from Cannes, world premieres and live orchestral scores, this year's NZIFF is shaping up to be a big one.

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Event
Turama Festival

Fri, 26 Jul - Sun, 28 Jul 2019
Albert Park, Albert Park

A magical festival of light is taking over Albert Park for Matariki.

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News
Eight Auckland Bars with Top-Notch Drinking Snacks

For when you don't want a full meal and feel like something more sophisticated than a bowl of potato wedges.

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News
Five Specialty Food Stores to Visit When You Want to Skip the Supermarket

Head to these independent food stores and bring the joy back into your grocery shopping.

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