Mary-Therese Blair
I'm an Auckland based wine writer known as MermaidMary. As well as my passion for wine I love living in Auckland & writing for Concrete Playground allows me to share the amazing things that happen in our incredible city.
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EventThe Virtual 'Star Wars' Quiz Night
Monday, May 4, 2020
Online
Two and a half hours of unadulterated 'Star Wars' trivia.
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EventSoweto Gospel Choir — CANCELLED
Sunday, March 22, 2020
The Opera House Wellington, Te Aro
The three-time Grammy award-winning choir returns for their first New Zealand show in eight years.
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EventChelsea Jade NZ 2020
Saturday, February 15, 2020
San Fran, Wellington
The Los Angeles-based songwriter returns to play one Wellington show.
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NewsSix Standout Wines to Get You Through the Colder Months
Seasonal drops that might make you forget it's cold outside.
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EventFuel Up at Wu-Tang Clan
Friday, December 14, 2018
The Trusts Arena, Auckland
Chow down before you cut loose.
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NewsA Beer Advent Calendar Is the Frothy Delight Your Festive Season Needs
24 days of crafternoon delight for your favourite beer lover.
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EventIrish Film Festival
Thursday, November 15 - Sunday, November 18, 2018
Various cinemas in Wellington, Wellington
The first of its kind festival will feature more than 70 screenings of the best Irish cinematic talent.
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NewsThe Country's Best Restaurants Have Been Named for 2018
A sashimi-focused Japanese restaurant took top honours.
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NewsTen South Island Breweries and Distilleries Worthy of a Road Trip
Sip the finest craft drops in the south at these renowned New Zealand venues.
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EventShow Me Shorts
Friday, October 12 - Monday, October 22, 2018
Light House Cuba
A truly international celebration of pint-sized films.
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EventKimbra - The Primal Heart Tour
Saturday, July 14, 2018
The Powerstation, Mt Eden Terrace
The theatrical singer-songwriter is dropping by in celebration of her third album.
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NewsTen Standout Wines to Get You Through the Colder Months
Seasonal drops that will make you so happy you might even forget it's cold outside.
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