Laetitia Laubscher

Due to the boredom induced by working quiet Friday night shifts at a surf shop, Laetitia began scribbling little fragments of poetry and stories on the backs of retail receipts around the age of 15. Since then, her writing has seen her throw herself out of a helicopter in Queenstown, trawl through Melbourne’s cafes for excellent cups of coffee, sail in the Bay of Islands and meet the likes of Flume, National Geographic photographer Steve Winter and the 2013 Astronomy Photographer of the Year Mark Gee. Follow her on Instagram @teeshlo.

Event
Christmas in the Park

Saturday, December 14, 2013
Auckland Domain, Auckland

Join Stan Walker, Jamie McDell, Benny Tipene and a 600 strong cast of singers, dancers and performers for the 20th annual Christmas in the Park.

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Event
Workout with Dan Carter

Thursday, December 12, 2013
Victoria Park, Camperdown

Does your man look like Dan Carter? No. But he can workout with him, and so can you. For free.

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News
Lorde Misses Laneway for the Grammys, Organises Standalone Show

She's still on our team.

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News
Kai on Queens Launches

Sunshine, food and live music every Friday on Queen's Wharf.

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News
Win a Limited Edition WERT 159 Print

We have a signed limited edition print to give away.

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Restaurant
Bungalo

96 Mokoia Road, Birkenhead

Bungalo is the cafe king of the Eggs Benedict.

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News
Concrete Playground Meets PleasePlease

We took 50 guests out into the harbour with PleasePlease. We will definitely be doing that again.

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Event
Gypsy Market

Saturday, December 7 - Sunday, December 8, 2013
Craig Avon Park, Green Bay

Travelling from town to town selling their wares, the gypsies are pitching tent in Green Bay this weekend.

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Event
It’s a Wonderful Life

Friday, December 6, 2013
Silo Park, Auckland

Silo Cinemas is back for another summer of free movie screenings in Silo Park. Prepare to get your hearts well-warmed with the 1947 Christmas classic about community, generosity and Christmas spirit.

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News
Win a Just Another Fisherman Accessory Pack

Critters, tackle, apparel.

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News
Win a Herschel iPad Case

Nestle your iPad away into some good looking and high quality gear.

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Restaurant
Coffee General Elementary - CLOSED

69 Carlton Gore Road, Newmarket

With so many choices, they're basically begging you to be a picky coffee drinker.

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News
Win a Pair of Converse Chuck Taylors on Fallenfront.co.nz

Score a pair of new kicks with Converse.

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News
Win a VIP Booth to S.A.S.S at 1885

Take seven of your mates and enjoy your very own private VIP booth experience worth $200.

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News
Win Tickets to Delivery Man

What would you do if you found out you've fathered 533 children?

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Event
Creative Mornings with Moustache

Friday, November 29, 2013
Q Auckland, Auckland

Sometimes it just takes a little courage to do the incredible.

Book Now

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News
Win a Double Pass to the Vodafone NZ Music Awards

Honour the legends of New Zealand music.

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News
Win a $50 Voucher from The Market

It's not your usual internet shopping experience.

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Event
Apl.De.Ap

Thursday, November 14, 2013
twentyone, Auckland

We have three double passes to give away to the Black Eyed Peas member's one-off show.

Buy Tickets

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Restaurant
Supreme Seafarers - CLOSED

52 Tyler Street, Auckland

The Britomart cafe has navigated its way into our hearts.

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