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EventWellington Fried Chicken Festival
Friday, February 26 - Saturday, February 27, 2021
Frank Kitts Park, Wellington
Celebrating only the best fried chicken across two days.
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NewsIt's Easy Being Green: How to Have the Ultimate Eco-Friendly Day Out in Auckland This Summer
It's time to play (clean, green) tourist in your own city.
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NewsBreak Out the Gin and Juice: Snoop Dogg Is Dropping His Rescheduled Arena Tour Into New Zealand in 2023
The hip hop icon will play stadium shows in both Auckland and Christchurch in 2023.
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EventRüdi's Bakehouse Pop-Up in Whangamata
Saturday, December 17, 2022 - Sunday, April 30, 2023
Whangamata Marina, Whangamatā
Now you can top off your morning beach walk with a twice-baked almond croissant and some damn good Eighthirty coffee.
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NewsMontell2099 Has Just Released a Wildly Stunning 30-Minute Short Film of His DJ Set in the Remarkables
The Aotearoa music producer is known for turning rugged stretches of the landscape into his personal stage — but this is on a whole new level.
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NewsWellington's Giant Music and Arts Festival CubaDupa Is Finally Coming Back in 2023
The huge outdoor celebration is returning in March, with hundreds of free performances across two days and 28 stages.
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EventAunty Donna's Magical Dead Cat Tour
Saturday, December 10 - Saturday, December 17, 2022
Various locations around New Zealand
The Australian comedy trio are arriving from across the ditch to perform a series of shows throughout New Zealand this month.
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NewsEnter 'Barbara': Another 66-Million-Year-Old T-Rex Is Joining Peter in a World First at Auckland Museum
At 11.7 metres long and 3.4m high, Barbara is one of only three pregnant female T-Rex ever on record — and she's coming to Aotearoa.
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NewsA Huge Art Exhibition From the Tate with Works by Claude Monet and Yayoi Kusama Is Coming to New Zealand
Displaying at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, 'Light from Tate: 1700s to Now' will feature more than 70 works from the UK gallery, dating back to the 18th century.
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NewsThese Matakana Sisters Have Launched a Luxe Personalised Gifting Service Championing Local Brands
From lush experiences to handmade bespoke New Zealand products, The Duo is giving your present list a fresh twist this festive season.
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NewsCirque du Soleil Is Bringing Its First-Ever Show on Ice Down Under in 2023
Cirque du Soleil's 42nd creation, 'CRYSTAL' combines trapeze, juggling, aerial acrobatics, figure skating and extreme skating — all on ice.
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NewsNow Open: Studio Ghibli's Long-Awaited Theme Park Is Finally Spiriting Away Animation Fans
The first three spaces in Japan's new Ghibli Park have opened their doors, including a warehouse filled with exhibitions, gardens, and Satsuki and Mei's house from 'My Neighbor Totoro'.
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EventYotam Ottolenghi — Flavour of Life
Friday, January 27, 2023
Michael Fowler Centre, Te Aro
Israeli chef Yotam Ottolenghi is bringing his latest speaking tour to Wellington, chatting about food pairings, next-level cooking methods, his focus on flavour and more.
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NewsRené Redzepi's Noma Is Doing a Ten-Week Residency in Kyoto If You Need Another Excuse to Visit Japan
The globally acclaimed Copenhagen restaurant will set up shop at Ace Hotel Kyoto from mid-March to mid-May, coinciding with cherry blossom season.
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NewsFrom Final Girl to Final Woman: Jamie Lee Curtis Talks 'Halloween Ends' and Battling Michael Myers for 44 Years
What’s it like to stare down the boogeyman over four-plus decades? To become an iconic scream queen? To be synonymous with the term “final girl”? The ‘Halloween’ star spills the details.
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NewsWe're Giving Away the Ultimate Five-Day Foodie Holiday For Two to Tasmania
You and a lucky plus-one will get to experience some of the best the Apple Isle has to offer, straight from the source.
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NewsRepose's Luxe New Off-Grid Eco-Cabins Offer Stays with Breathtaking Views Around New Zealand
Each cabin boasts an indoor fireplace, an outdoor bath and views that have to be seen to be believed.
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NewsTattoo Artist Craigy Lee Wraps Up His Favourite Spots Around Wellington
The tattoo artist has called the capital home for a decade and has a lengthy list of spots he likes to eat, drink and play.
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NewsHere's Where to Get Your Mitts on The Great NZ Toastie Takeover Finalists in Auckland and Wellington
Over 180 eateries around the country entered creative combos of bread and cheese — now 13 finalists remain for you to wrap your laughing gear around.
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NewsUrban Artist Ghostcat Reveals His Favourite Spots Around Christchurch
When he's not making tiny miniatures of nostalgic city spots, the Otautahi artist is eating, drinking and hanging out in the full-size versions.
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EventMaggie Marilyn Winter Pop-Up
Thursday, June 30 - Wednesday, July 13, 2022
Wanaka Township, Wanaka
Available by appointment only, this elevated shopping experience allows shoppers to browse the racks of Marilyn's new collection while enjoying pastries, hot coffee and mulled wine.
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NewsCreative Powerhouses the Katayanagi Twins on Their Favourite Spots in Auckland
From brews to views, the powerhouse creative duo share their favourite spots in the city.
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NewsOh Bother: New Slasher Flick 'Blood and Honey' Is Turning Winnie-the-Pooh Into a Serial Killer
The usually cuddly teddy bear is set to go on a rampage in this upcoming horror movie, which'll forever change the way you see the childhood favourite.
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NewsA Breathtaking Multimedia Exhibition of Salvador Dali's Work Is Coming to New Zealand This Year
From the team who bought you the ultra-successful 'Van Gogh Alive', this new multimedia exhibit is set to take you on a journey through the life of one of the world's most prolific surrealist artists.
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NewsEl Camino Cantina Is Queenstown's Brand New Mexican Restaurant with a Sizzling Margarita Menu
Start your night out the right way at this vibrant new Mexican offering in the adventure capital.
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NewsThe Impressive Geminids Meteor Shower Will Be Visible in New Zealand This Month
The spectacular starry event only happens once a year — and it'll be at its peak overnight between December 14 and 15.
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NewsNine Spots Where You Can Camp, Hike and Swim with Your Dog in the North Island
Check out geothermal attractions, bush tracks and rugged stretches of coastline with your best mate by your side.
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EventUgo Rondinone: Vocabulary of Solitude
Saturday, November 20, 2021 - Sunday, February 27, 2022
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki, Auckland
Not one for your coulrophobic friends, this rainbow-hued clown-filled exhibition is best viewed on a sunny day.
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NewsCookie Dough Collective Has Released New Festive Flavours Just in Time for Christmas
Treat Santa with out-of-the-box flavours like Vegan Mint Choc Chip and Ginger Spice.
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NewsThis Gallery Is Bringing the Paintings of Mysterious Swedish Artist Hilma af Klint to New Zealand
The exhibition will feature more than 100 paintings, including colourful works that stand more than three metres tall.
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NewsExtremely Photogenic Pop-Up 'Happy Place' Is Coming to Auckland
The "world's most Instagrammable exhibit" is bringing its confetti dome, ball pit and room filled with 40,000 gold flowers to NZ.
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NewsTwelve Golden Globe-Winning Films and TV Shows to Add to Your 2021 Must-Watch List
If you're going to binge-watch something this year — or head to the cinema to see a movie — make sure it's one of these top-notch titles.
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NewsBy the Bottle Is a New Online Retailer Spotlighting Organic and Biodynamic Wines
Browse a vast selection of organic, natural, biodynamic and sustainably-produced wines from the comfort of your couch.
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NewsThe Whitsundays' Whitehaven Beach Has Been Named the Best Beach in the World for 2021
Two Australian spots have made Tripadvisor's list of the top 25 best beaches around the globe.
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EventHighball 2021
Friday, May 7 - Saturday, May 8, 2021
Dominion Museum Building, Wellington
Raise a glass to Wellington's cocktail festival.
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NewsScotland's BrewDog Is Looking to Open a New Craft Beer Bar in New Zealand
The brewery has plans to confirm a new flagship bar in New Zealand by the end of 2021.
