Swap the big-city hustle for some downtime in the countryside.
Bold, raw, fearless — they all apply to this film about an affair between a CEO and an intern, and to the talents behind it on- and off-screen.
Spend a few days relaxing with your significant other in these serene Byron Bay stays with outdoor tubs and sparkling plunge pools.
Another iconic masterpiece has been turned into plastic bricks — 2615 of them, ready for you to build.
This portrait of Bob Dylan going electric boasts the songs, the stars and 60s-era style — plus plenty of passion from its lead, his fellow cast and director.
"Splendour needs a little more time to recharge and we won’t be back this year," the festival's organisers announced.
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RestaurantAyrburn
1 Ayr Avenue, Arrowtown
A recently opened precinct with eight venues (and counting).
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PubThe Fork And Tap
51 Buckingham Street, Arrowtown
A rustic gastropub offering respite from the cold.
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RestaurantThe Green
401 Grey Street, Hamilton
A six-course degustation at an eight-seater chef's table.
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BarAzabu Mission Bay
44 Tamaki Drive, Auckland
Waterfront dining that combines Japanese cuisine with Peruvian pizzazz.
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Azabu Mission Bay
44 Tamaki Drive, Auckland
Waterfront dining that combines Japanese cuisine with Peruvian pizzazz.
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BarPuffin Wine Bar & Shop
60 Ghuznee Street, Wellington
Organic, biodynamic and minimal intervention drops.
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BarGlass House Kitchen
17 Arabella Lane, Snells Beach
Long lunches surrounded by floor-to-ceiling views.
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BarThe Champagneria
8 Courtenay Place, Wellington
In the famous words of Mark Twain, "too much of anything is bad, but too much champagne is just right."
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4 Rintoul Street, Wellington
A funky fresh new spot has arrived in Newton, with red velvet booths, lava lamps and retro furniture.
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EventGnocchi Gnights
Thu, 6 Feb, 2025
1154 Pastaria, Wellington
Because what better way to celebrate Thursday than with a big, cheesy bowl of pillowy potato goodness?
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EventZealandia Day Tours
Thu, 6 Feb, 2025
Zealandia, Wellington
Get out of the house and into a much-needed dose of nature, accompanied by birdsong from native creatures like takahē, kākā and little spotted kiwi.
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EventMusical Punch Over Lunch
Thu, 6 Feb, 2025
Old St Paul, Pipitea
Take your lunch away from the office — instead scoff it while enjoying a lineup of musical acts.
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EventPaintvine: After Dark
Wed, 12 Feb, 2025
LeRoy's Bar, Wellington
Stay hydrated between brush strokes.
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EventEva Beva's $1 Chicken Wings
Tue, 11 Feb, 2025
Eva Beva, Wellington
Dig out your loose change for this weekly chicken happy hour.
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EventCountry by Candlelight: Aotearoa Tour
Wed, 19 Feb 2025 and Sat, 22 Feb 2025
Various venues across Aotearoa
Once you've left your nine-to-five, walk the line to this country concert in a city near you.
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EventThe Music of Fleetwood Mac By Candlelight: Aotearoa Tour
Fri, 14 Feb - Fri, 21 Feb 2025
Various venues across Aotearoa
Relive the music of one of rock music's all-time great bands with this concert tour.
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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".
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CafeCommon Ground
34 Moorefield Road, Wellington
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