Ruby Romanos, Author at Concrete Playground

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The Most Luxurious Boutique Hotels In and Around Auckland and Wellington

Whether you're planning an out-of-town jaunt or just a much-needed staycation, these unique spots have something for everyone.

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Six Ways to Upgrade an Autumn Staycation in Auckland

Sit down for an indulgent high tea by the water's edge, walk through an exhibition of contemporary art and scale the harbour bridge.

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Six Adventurous Ways to Explore the South Island Without Spending Hours in the Car

Swap lame car games for riding an underground train or kayaking along the coast.

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Free Salsa at Sunset

Multiple single dates
Odlins Plaza, Wellington

Dust off your dancing shoes and boogie on down, the Cuban way.

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Valentine's Night at Wellington Zoo

Sun, 14 Feb, 2021
Wellington Zoo, Wellington

A wild night for lovers at the zoo.

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Event
121 Festival

Fri, 13 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar 2020
Tauherenikau Racecourse

Three days of tunes from top tier international and emerging artists.

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Koha Yoga

Thu, 21 Nov - Thu, 19 Dec 2019
Newtown Community Centre, Newtown

Exercise your mind, body and soul (and support the local community) for pocket change.

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Thanksgiving at Pickle & Pie

Thu, 28 Nov, 2019
Pickle & Pie, Wellington

Lombard Street's New York-style deli is putting on a spread with all the trimmings.

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Filthy Fan-Fiction: A Lewd Late-Night Literary Show

Sat, 5 Oct, 2019
The Fringe Bar Wellington, Wellington

A night of lewd and shrewd readings and re-enactments awaits.

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