Your Dog Isn't "Just Getting Old"
The eight Warning Signs Owners Should Never Ignore Staring at walls. Pacing through the night. Forgetting familiar routines. They're all behaviours many Australian pet owners put down to old age,...
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Mayor to Wear 100 Auckland Startup T-shirts in 100 Days to Champion Local Innovation
Using his unique voice to show support for the city’s burgeoning tech and innovation ecosystem, the Mayor of Auckland has announced an ambitious 100-day campaign: 100 Days of Startups. Starting today,...
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Rest Is the Ultimate Luxury at Sofitel Spa This Winter
Sofitel Auckland’s new two-hour spa ritual ‘The Art of Sleep’ offers winter reset As winter settles in and the year's demands begin to weigh, quality sleep has become...
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Auckland animation studio launches crowdfunding campaign for post-apocalyptic Aotearoa short film
One-Eyed Rat Studios seeks NZ$15,000 to complete Things We Miss in the Moonlight, a 10-minute CG animated short set in a retro-future Tāmaki Makaurau. One-Eyed Rat Studios, a 3D animation...
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The interior design awards - four special awards
There's more to celebrate on the night than the category awards! Alongside the professional and emerging categories, the jury has selected four special awards, revealed only on the night -...
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RAISE A GLASS: NZ'S BIGGEST WINE WEEKEND RETURNS TO AUCKLAND'S WATERFRONT
Winetopia Auckland - New Zealand's biggest wine weekend is back, returning to the Viaduct Events Centre on 7 - 8 August 2026. This year's theme, Taste World-Class, invites visitors to...
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You're Invited to the BATCHED Charity Ball...
Diary Date: 1 August 2026 at the Grand Millennium Auckland for an unforgettable evening of glamour, cocktails and giving back. You're Invited to the BATCHED Charity Ball SPECIAL DISCOUNT CODE FOR YOU: VIP20BATCHED This year...
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New bilingual book published ahead of Matariki, honours the maunga of Tāmaki Makaurau
The treasured and sacred maunga of Tāmaki Makaurau are the focus of a new bilingual children’s book, Ngā Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau I The Maunga of Tāmaki Makaurau, published in...
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David Hartnell, ONZM: One minute interview with Madeline Beasley
Madeline Beasley has been teaching the piano for 25 years. Madeline still has one of her original students coming for lessons, brushing up on their style of playing. Do you...
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Introducing ‘QUIET REBEL'
The new collection from @stormclothing... Tailoring. Velvet. Lace. Exclusive prints. Crafted to bring out your true character. A QUIET REBEL. Discover the new collection in-store ….160B Ponsonby Road...
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Fashion with Purpose: Breast Cancer Cure Announced as Charity Partner at NZ Fashion Week
Breast Cancer Cure (BCC) is proud to announce its role as Charity Partner of New Zealand Fashion Week Presented by Giltrap Group 2026. A one-off runway event at Shed 10, Auckland...
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The Civic transforms into wonderland for the New Zealand premiere of Cirque Alice
Auckland Live today announces the New Zealand premiere of Cirque Alice, an epic new circus production inspired by Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, playing at The Civic from Friday, 28 August...
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23 YEARS SUPPORTING BREAST CANCER CHARITIES
For 23 years, ghd’s pink campaign has supported breast cancer charities around the world, raising more than $25.5 million to date. This year, the brand continues its long-standing commitment with...
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AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE
Presented by Flyleaf Theatre Company with Q Season Support 12 – 22 August 2026 | Q Theatre Loft, Auckland | qtheatre.co.nz Starring: Fraser Hoffman, Sam Bunkall, Grace Cullen, Matt Chamberlain,...
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Is That Your Accountant… or Your Labrador?
Is That Your Accountant… or Your Labrador? Pet owners are giving their pets surprisingly human names Forget Rex, Spot and Fluffy. Pets owners down under are sounding more like...
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Kiwis reveal their favourite way to eat hot chips - and it’s beautifully simple
Whether they’re eaten straight from the paper, tucked into buttered bread or drowned in tomato sauce, hot chips remain one of New Zealand’s most-loved comfort foods. Now, new nationwide research...
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Tofiga announces new live NZ show with rising star Laban Miller
Good news! Tofiga Fepulea'i, the Humble King of Comedy has announced live shows round the motu for 2026 in his new hour of comedy Fresh Since Ages Ago, coming to...
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Abstract appoints Juan Isola as new Food & Beverage Manager
Abstract Hotel is pleased to announce the appointment of Juan Isola as its new Food and Beverage Manager. Juan’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Abstract and flagship Italian...
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Ngā mihi o te wā o te Matariki ki a kōutou kātoa,
Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum will celebrate Matariki this July with a programme of free whānau performances, storytelling and hands-on learning for Tamariki. Matariki, signals te Mātahi...
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Anne Batley Burton - ONCE AGAIN A COUNTRY DIVIDED. . .
If dissension over the Treaty of Waitangi and the handling of Covid wasn't enough, Tama Potaka and the Government’s decision to put feral cats into PredatorFree NZ2025 without ensuring the...
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Understated Elegance
Inside Lahood's Installation at the Double Courtyard House Nestled in the coastal dunes of Te Arai, northeast of Auckland, the Double Courtyard House by Roberts Gray Architects is a study...
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From Socks To Skewers
The Everyday Household Items Sending Pets To Emergency Vets Every puppy owner has experienced it. The missing sock.The chewed-up remote.The mysterious silence that usually means something is very, very wrong....
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Auckland Transport trials recycled tyre material in road surfacing
Auckland Transport (AT) is trialling a new type of roading asphalt that incorporates recycled tyres, marking a step forward in reducing waste and emissions from road construction. The trial...
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Young drivers share how practical training changed the way they approach the road
A young driver who was involved in a serious crash on a rural road is encouraging others to experience practical driver training after saying it changed the way she approaches...
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Diary Date - Auckland Vintage Textile Fair
Yes, we there will be an Auckland Vintage Textile Fair this year. This is to be held again at Alexandra Park Raceway on Sunday 23 August, from 10am – 3pm. They...
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SNOW AND THE CITY!
Who says you need to head to the mountains to enjoy the snow this winter? Abstract Hotel is bringing the magic of snow to the heart of Auckland city, transforming...
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15 NZ craft chocolate makers come together for World Chocolate Day pop-up
Chocolate lovers will have the chance to meet the people behind New Zealand's craft chocolate this World Chocolate Day, with 15 makers from across the country coming together for a...
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Plant-based bacon’s win offers Kiwis a realistic alternative as processed meat remains linked to cancer
plant-based bacon has beaten every other vegan deli product in the country, taking out the Supreme Award at the 2026 Vegan Sausage & Deli Awards last week. That’s before it...
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Thinking about converting your cross-lease to fee-simple?
A cross-lease title can limit what you do with your home. Because the land is shared, even simple changes — like replacing a window with French doors, adding a deck,...
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LETTER FROM THE EDITORS
The hospitality business is tough these days which is why it’s good to see businesses working closely together – a good example is Grey Lynn’s Ozone café. Once the café...
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Bar Albert Throws Cassia A Welcome Party
Cassia and Bar Albert come together for one special evening this August Bar Albert, voco Auckland's sky-high cocktail bar on the 38th floor, is rolling out the welcome mat for...
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Helen White, MP for Mt Albert: The Courage of Tolerance
Every so often, a particularly unpleasant email lands in my inbox or social media message appears on my feed. Sometimes it is simply abusive. Occasionally it questions my motives rather...
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Luxury Farmstay Escape - Just 90 Minutes from Auckland
If you’re searching for a weekend escape that offers more than the usual hotel stay, Te Karaka Lodge is a hidden gem off the beaten track worth discovering. Located just...
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When times are tough, you gotta laugh!
The Covert Theatre is launching Auckland’s best EVER entertainment deal – the $42 Covert Comedy Season Pass – that gets you into every comedy show from September to December. Aucklanders...
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Zoo’s Dinosaur Nights & Lights returns
Illuminating evenings on the Dinosaur Discovery Track An immersive after dark experience of awe-inspiring pre-historic giants is on offer at Auckland Zoo these July holidays through Dinosaur Nights & Lights...
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CASSIA’S GREY LYNN POP-UP
Cassia has arrived in Grey Lynn with a winter pop-up at Ozone Coffee Roasters, bringing Chef Sid Sahrawat’s celebrated modern Indian cuisine closer to home. We asked Chand, Sid’s wife...
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Close to What You Love, Designed for What’s Next
For those who know this part of Auckland well, its appeal has never been just about location. It is the familiarity of the neighbourhood, the ease of being close to...
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CANDACE KINSER: NATIONAL PARTY CANDIDATE FOR AUCKLAND CENTRAL
Auckland Central should be the front door to New Zealand: confident in itself, safer in its streets, and open for business again. When I arrived in New Zealand in 1998,...
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Letter to the Editor
Barfooting up the Wrong Tree Kia Ora StephenCome on mate... keep it real!The Gypsy is an iconic taonga and vital hub of the community.Please dig deep and do the right...
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Mike Lee: That 7.9% rates rise
If you believe Auckland is being fixed, then I have a bridge to sell you. There has been quite a bit of media coverage over the past few weeks about...
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The Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover Returns for 2026
The Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover is back from 24 June, bringing the cheesiest, tastiest, most inventive toasted sandwiches to menus across Aotearoa. For six weeks over winter, 200 venues...
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Journey Under the Stars with K'Road this Matariki through Music, Art and Food
As the sun goes down on Thursday 9 July, Karangahape Road will come alive with art installations, kai, storytelling and a free celebration featuring Ladi6, Halfqueen, Mā with full band,...
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Why Does My Dog Smell?
The hidden health reasons behind bad odour, gas and itchy skin. Every dog owner knows the familiar "wet dog" smell after a swim or a walk in the rain. But...
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News from Little Leys Library
July is of course, Matariki. It is a time for whānau to come together and enjoy one another’s company. It’s also time to reflect on the past and prepare for...
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Desley Simpson: Deputy Mayor of Auckland
Meet the marine newborns - seaweed IVF begins a new chapter for the Gulf When I visited the hatchery at SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s recently, I didn’t expect to find...
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FareShare and Rising Fuel Costs – A Smarter Commuting Solution for NZ Businesses
With rising fuel prices placing pressure on household budgets across New Zealand, commuting by car has become expensive for many employees. For businesses, this creates an opportunity to provide meaningful...
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Tūhono Light Trail Matariki herenga waka, Tāmaki herenga waka
As the nights grow longer, the city lights up for Matariki. Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland Council are pleased to present Tūhono - an immersive...
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Ross Thorby: The land that could kill you
We departed the Bay of Islands that April evening, to sail across the pond for that land inhabited by everything that could kill you, snakes, spiders, sharks, kangaroos and of...
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Te Rimutahi - July 2026 update. Rimu tree.
The name Te Rimutahi translates to the ‘lone Rimu tree’ referring to a sacred tree that once stood where Ponsonby and Karangahape Roads intersect today. Te Rimutahi also refers to...
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WAYNE BROWN: MAYOR OF AUCKLAND
Let's get Auckland growing in the right places For many years Auckland has been grappling with where we put future housing and how we accommodate growth. Recently, Auckland...
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