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NewsHere's What You Can and Can't Do Under Auckland's New Lockdown Level 3.2
It's good news for those longing to take bored kiddos to the zoo or library, but sadly you can't go for a beverage at your local just yet.
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NewsThe Historic Leonids Meteor Shower Is Soaring Through the Sky This Month
Head outside and look up.
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NewsWellington Zoo Has Just Welcomed a New Chimpanzee Baby
Crowd favourite Sally the Chimpanzee has given birth to a new, yet-to-be-named baby.
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NewsQueensland's Scenic Rim Has Been Named One of the Best Places in the World to Visit in 2022
It's the only Australian location on the list — but Auckland was named the top city to visit in 2022.
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NewsAustralia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Will Remain Suspended for Another Eight Weeks
The pause first started back in July, and will now remain in place until at least mid-November.
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NewsTaronga Zoo Has Just Welcomed Five African Lion Cubs and It's Live-Streaming Them 24/7
For the first time in more than 18 years, lion cubs have been born at Taronga Zoo Sydney — and you can spend your day watching them.
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NewsTen Films and TV Shows You Need to Stream This Month
Spend your couch time watching the delicious return of 'The Bear', Glen Powell playing a fake hitman and Lily Gladstone's latest excellent performance.
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NewsTen Films and TV Shows You Need to Stream in May
Spend your couch time watching a documentary about Jim Henson and an Elisabeth Moss-led spy thriller.
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GuideMust-Stream TV: All the Best Shows You Should Be Watching From 2024 So Far
Don't spend hours scrolling through streaming platforms — here's 2024's standout shows that you need to see.
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NewsEleven Films and TV Shows You Need to Stream in April
Spend your couch time watching Andrew Scott step into Tom Ripley's shoes, a shattering docuseries about Nickelodeon's kids TV hits and Colin Farrell as a PI.
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NewsEleven Films and TV Shows You Need to Stream in March
Spend your couch time watching Adam Sandler in space, a stunning Oscar-winning documentary, girl group-fuelled sitcom hilarity and Noel Fielding's latest show.
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NewsHop to It: 16 Classic and Eclectic Films You Can Stream This Easter Long Weekend
Some feature bunnies. Some include eggs or chocolate. Some have provocative takes on religion.
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NewsNine 2024 Oscar-Winning Films That You Can and Should Watch Immediately
'Oppenheimer', an astonishing Ukraine-set documentary, a Wes Anderson short, Emma Stone's most-spectacular performance yet: they each won 2024 Oscars, and you can check them them all now.
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NewsSay Cheers to Hollywood's Night of Nights: Concrete Playground's Oscars 2024 Drinking Game
Whether you're hoping that 'Oppenheimer', 'Barbie', 'Poor Things', 'Past Lives' or something else picks up Academy Awards, here's how to sip along.
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NewsPredicting the Oscars: Who Should, Could and Will Win at the 2024 Academy Awards
Will 'Oppenheimer' sweep the Oscars? What else will win? What should but won't? Here are our predictions.
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NewsHere's Where You Can Watch 32 of 2024's Oscar-Nominated Movies in New Zealand Right Now
From 'Barbenheimer' and twists on 'Frankenstein' to animated 'Spider-Man' antics and devastating documentaries, here's where to watch 2024's Oscar contenders.
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NewsMelbourne Zoo Is Live-Streaming Its Adorable Family of Small-Clawed Otters 24/7 Again
Spend your day watching otters sleep, wrestle and play as part of the venue's 'Animals at Home' portal.
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NewsThe NZ Government Has Mapped Out Its Plan for Reopening Borders to International Travel
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced that quarantine-free travel will return in a phased approach once enough New Zealanders are vaccinated.
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NewsThe Most Beautiful Coastal Stays You Can Book in Noosa
Beach sessions, rainforest treks and breezy holiday vibes await.
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NewsAustralia and New Zealand's Trans-Tasman Bubble Has Been Suspended for At Least Eight Weeks
With three Australian states currently in lockdown, New Zealand has once again paused quarantine-free travel.
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NewsA Letter From Concrete Playground's Editors
This is your spot for feel-good stories, COVID-safe recommendations and informative news — without the doomsday spin.
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NewsTaronga Zoo Has Just Added a New 24/7 Penguin Live-Stream to Its Online TV Channel
Sometimes, you just need to watch penguins play to get through the day.
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RestaurantThis That
57 Lorne St , Auckland City
A glimmer of hope for what the rest of Lorne Street could soon become.
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BarScarlett Slimms & Lucky
476 Mt Eden Rd, Auckland
Scarlett Slimms and Lucky is a haunt for the modern day Raymond Chandler.
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BarCassette Nine
Vulcan Lane, Auckland
Any place that can pull off jeans as wallpaper has two thumbs up in my book.
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RestaurantMiss Clawdy
12 Jellicoe Street, Auckland
There is a sassy new lady in town ready to serve you some good ol' fashioned soul food. Introducing Miss Clawdy, the newest feather in Wynyard Quarter's culinary cap.
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NewsSixteen Secluded Stays You Can Escape to in Regional Victoria
Escape the city and head to the wilderness for a holiday in these private getaways.
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NewsEleven Natural Hot Springs in New Zealand to Visit This Winter
Find everything from full-blown commercial operations with poolside bar services and hydroslides, to free spots to soak surrounded by cascading waterfalls.
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NewsQuarantine-Free Travel Is Set to Resume Between New Zealand and Some Australian States
From Sunday, July 4, New Zealand will restart the trans-Tasman bubble with Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and the ACT.
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NewsQuarantine-Free Travel Between Australia and New Zealand Has Been Paused
New Zealand has suspended the trans-Tasman bubble until at least Tuesday, June 29 due to the growing number of locally acquired COVID-19 cases across Australia.
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NewsQuarantine-Free Travel Between NZ and NSW Has Been Paused Due to Sydney's Latest Outbreak
The suspension has been put in place for 72 hours initially, and will be under constant review.
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NewsQuarantine-Free Travel Between New Zealand and Victoria Is Set to Resume
Almost a month after it was suspended due to the recent COVID-19 cluster, the trans-Tasman travel bubble will reopen to Victoria.
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EventTwilight Tuesdays
Tue, 5 Nov, 2024
Auckland War Memorial Museum, Parnell
Wander through Auckland Museum's beautifully-lit galleries after dark.
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EventSmales Farmers Market
Sat, 9 Nov, 2024
Smales Farm, North Shore
Auckland's newest farmers market arrives across the harbour.
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NewsQueensland Is Bringing Back Online Travel Declarations for Interstate and NZ Visitors
From 1am on Saturday, June 19, anyone travelling to the Sunshine State from another Aussie state or territory, or from NZ, will need to fill out the form.
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NewsFive New Boutique Hotels to Inspire Your Next Weekend Getaway
Book into Auckland's striking brick-clad hotel, Dunedin's new five-star boutique or an eye-catching Queenstown property with a complimentary drinks hour.
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NewsAirbnb Wants You and Your Mates to Spend a Year Living in Its Properties for Free
It's looking for 12 people to spend 12 months hopping between Airbnb rentals — and staying anywhere you like.
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NewsSix Places Down Under Have Been Named in the World's Top Ten Most Liveable Cities for 2021
Auckland topped the list, with Adelaide coming in third, Wellington equal fourth, Perth sixth, Melbourne tied for eighth and Brisbane ranking tenth.
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NewsQuarantine-Free Travel Between New Zealand and Victoria Has Been Paused
The New Zealand Government has suspended the travel bubble after five locally acquired COVID-19 cases were identified in Melbourne this week.
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NewsA Series of Retro Apres Ski Parties Will Hit Queenstown This July
Throw on your most vibrant ski suit and dance to nostalgic 80s tunes.
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NewsAuckland's Five-Star Park Hyatt Has Opened a Collection of Top Floor Suites
Including the 370-square-metre Presidential Suite.
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NewsSeven New Zealand Snow Experiences That Aren't Just Skiing or Snowboarding
From dogsledding to backcountry trekking and driving around a snow-covered race track.
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NewsA 'Blood' Supermoon and Total Lunar Eclipse Will Be Visible in NZ This Month
It isn't just the last supermoon of 2021 — it's a total lunar eclipse, too.
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NewsFive Ways to Make Your Winter Trip to Tasmania the Best One Yet
From winter festivals and scenic walks to whisky distilleries and cosy cocktail bars.
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NewsHawke's Bay's Roaming Light and Fire Experience Is Returning for Nine Nights
The interactive walking experience will see animation, augmented reality, projection mapping and roaming performance art dotted across two kilometres.
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NewsA Guide to Adrenalin Adventures in New Zealand's Christchurch Region
You're going to want to throw yourself off a tall structure.
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NewsQuarantine-Free Travel Between New Zealand and New South Wales Has Been Paused
The New Zealand Government has suspended the travel bubble after two locally acquired COVID-19 cases were identified in Sydney this week.
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NewsEverything You Need to Know About 2021's Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower
This spectacular starry event only happens once a year — here's how you can get a glimpse.
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NewsSix Auckland Bars with Games and Activities for When You Want to Do More Than Just Sit Around and Drink
Tap your way through a mini golf bar, sip a shiraz over 'Scrabble' or try your hand at champagne-fuelled pétanque.
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NewsKiwis Will Be Able to Travel to the Cook Islands Without Quarantining From Mid-May
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown confirmed the travel bubble this week.
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NewsTen Epic Mountains in Australia You Should Hike at Least Once in Your Life
Climb Kosciuszko, conquer Cradle Mountain and scale Mount Sonder for incredible views over the Aussie ocean, bush and desert.
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NewsA 'Pink' Supermoon Will Be Visible in New Zealand Tonight
Head out to your backyard or balcony and look up.
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NewsJetstar Is Launching a Big Sale on Domestic and Trans-Tasman Flights with Fares From $33
More than 25,000 cheap fares are available, with flights to Aussie starting from $159.
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NewsThis New High Country Lodge Comes with Six Cocoon-Like Sleeping Pods
Cosy up under the stars at this new glamping hideaway on the shores of Lake Hawea.
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NewsClick Frenzy's Massive 2021 Travel Sale Is Kicking Off Tonight
Bag bargain deals on airfares, holiday packages, accomodation and more — but only for 53 hours.
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NewsA Guide to Relaxing in New Zealand's Christchurch Region
Take a step back and enjoy the South Island's peaceful surrounds.
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NewsNew Zealanders Can Now Head to Australia for a Holiday Without Quarantining On Arrival
The trans-Tasman bubble is now open — this is what you can expect.
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NewsNew Zealand's Best Winter Festivals That Will Make You Actually Want to Go Outside
From slopeside music festivals in Queenstown to solstice celebrations in Wellington, these festivals are made for winter weekenders.
