Tony Collins

Name: Rydges Rooftop Summer Series
Start: 2017-12-17
End: 2017-12-17
Location: Rydges

With over 8 years of experience in online content creation, I have been associated with ConcretePlayground since 2017. I have also been fortunate enough to have appeared on The Apprentice Aotearoa TVNZ in 2021. I continue to work in the dynamic digital landscape of Auckland, managing Byond, a digital agency.

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News
Los Angeles-Inspired, Sydney-Born Juice Bar Cali Press Is Coming to Auckland

Bringing convenience to the health food sector.

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News
Ten Auckland Restaurants with Great Wine Lists

Up your vino knowledge and enjoy perfect plonk from some of Auckland's best selections of wine.

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Restaurant
Goodness Gracious Parnell

109-115 Saint Georges Bay Road, Auckland

Calling all bagel aficionados and coffee connoisseurs.

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Restaurant
Catalyst Coffee - CLOSED

1A/415 Remuera Road, Remuera

Sip speciality brews from two national barista champs at this minimalist coffee spot.

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Restaurant
Beatrix - CLOSED

38 Jervois Road , Ponsonby

Find old favourites and intriguing new creations at this quaint new café.

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Event
Mac Miller

Thu, 21 Sep, 2017
Logan Campbell Centre, Auckland

Return of the Mac.

Buy Tickets

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Event
Beer Without Borders

Tue, 13 Jun, 2017
Brothers Beer, West Auckland

A hop-heavy tasting.

Buy Tickets

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