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The Feed | The New Zealand Food News You Need To Know
Roll up, roll up. It’s time for this week’s New Zealand food news. Hot off the press (or should we say, toastie press) are…
6 Gin Cocktail Recipes Inspired By NZ’s Vibrant Arts Scene
We've teamed up with Bombay Sapphire to inspire you to get out of your G&T comfort zone and stir a bit more creatively.
43 Of The Best Shows On Netflix NZ Right Now
We all know the hunt for the next Netflix binge never ends. To make your search a little easier, we at Urban List have rounded…
Secure Tickets For These Unmissable Black Ferns Matches At Wallet-Friendly Prices
At long last, women’s sport is taking centre stage and we are here. for. it. As we head into the cooler months, all eyes are on our…
The Most Weird And Wonderful Places To Stay In New Zealand
Not sure if you’ve noticed, but New Zealand is a stunning specimen of a country. It’s an adventure haven, a…
12 New Beauty Products To Shop This Month
Welcome to the most fabulous corner of the internet—Urban List's destination for the picks of the beauty crop. We've found the…
9 Of The Best Float Tanks In New Zealand
We’ve done the research and these are all the best places to float in New Zealand.
The Best Movies On Netflix NZ Right Now March 2024
Buttering up the popcorn and firing up Netflix has got to be our favourite thing ever. If you’re anything like us we know you…
Afterpay Day New Zealand 2024: The Best Deals To Shop This March
The first Afterpay Day sale of 2024 officially kicks off in New Zealand on Thursday 14 March. Shop the best deals on fashion, beauty, and…
12 Of The Best Beach House Airbnbs In NZ For Your Next Seaside Escape
We all know that NZ boasts some seriously gorgeous beaches, not to mention some stunning Airbnbs that sit right by the…
Adopt, Don’t Shop With The Best Cat Adoption Centres In New Zealand
The best things in life are furry, so we've compiled a list of the top places to adopt a cat in New Zealand so you can help a kitty…
10 Of The Best Camping Grounds In Northland
Camping is as much a part of Kiwi culture as remembering to blow on the pie. Whether you’re camping in a tent, campervan or…
12 Of The Best Boutique Hotels And Airbnbs In Wanaka
Whether you’re in town to hike, ski, wine taste, or golf, here are 12 boutique accommodation options to level up your stay in…
The Best Accommodation In Taupo From Hotels And Motels To Airbnbs
If you're looking for the best accommodation options in the wonderful town of Taupō, look no further.
The Best Pet-Friendly Accommodation In New Zealand
We think it's about time our four-legged friends got to enjoy our weekend escapes too.
8 Of The Best Wineries And Vineyards To Sample In Martinborough
We've rounded up the best wineries in New Zealand's beloved wine region, Martinborough, so you can sip on top-notch vino all day…
The Best Flower Delivery And Florists In Auckland Right Now
There simply isn’t an occasion that doesn’t call for a beautiful bunch of flowers.
6 Reasons Why You Need To Visit Waitangi As An Adult
Cue the roadie, it's time to broaden your knowledge of our hītōria (history).
Neon NZ’s Very Best Shows To Binge In 2024
Home to some of the best series from HBO Max, Warner Bros, Sony, NBCU, FX and BBC content you can now work your way through the likes…
The Best Accommodation In Martinborough From Hotels And Motels To Airbnbs
We've rounded up the best accommodation in New Zealand's beloved wine region, Martinborough, so you can sample the vino in…
7 Of The Best Camping Grounds In And Around Tauranga
From turquoise-hued waters to secluded beaches and lakes where you can try your luck at fishing, here are our picks of the best camping…
The Best Sunflower Farms In New Zealand And Where To Find Them
Sunflower season is short but sweet and while there might not be an abundance of sunflower farms in Aotearoa, there are five magical spots…
12 Of The Best Places To Stay In Invercargill, Bluff And Beyond In Southland
Live it up in a flash as pad or get a bit rustic with it, here are 12 of the best stays in Invercargill.
The Best Pet-Friendly Camping In New Zealand For That Last-Minute Getaway
There are some excellent pet-friendly campgrounds scattered around New Zealand that are happy to welcome both you and your furry ones.
20 Of The Best Airbnbs In New Zealand For 2024
From rolling valleys to dense native forest and cliffs overlooking black sand beaches, we've found the most jaw-dropping spots across…
Why You Need To Live It Up With A Summer Staycation This Year
Summer is here and good times are just around the corner, which means it's the perfect time to switch off, uncover new places and…
The Best New Year’s Eve Parties In New Zealand To See Out 2023
2023 is almost done and dusted. Only one question remains—where will you be when the new year dawns?
The Best Swimwear Labels To Shop In NZ This Summer
Summer is finally here and we couldn’t be more ready to frolic in the waves and relax on the beach. We’ve looked high and low to…
The Importance Of Keeping Māori Culture Alive Through Social Media
In this video, Tūranga Morgan-Edmonds speaks to the importance of cultural preservation through Māori content creators such…
13 Of The Best Places To Stay In Lake Tekapo From Hotels And Motels To Airbnbs
The gateway to some of the best stargazing in Aotearoa and the world, Lake Tekapo is one helluva holiday destination.
14 Of The Best Restaurants And Cafes In Rotorua
Rotorua is a foodie haven, from boujee fine dining to delectable cheap eats spotlighting local and international cuisines.
The Best Christmas Decorations In NZ To Deck Your Tree Out In 2023
Christmas is indeed the most wonderful time of the year and our fave part of the festivities is hands-down decorating the tree. That said,…
New Zealand’s 10 Best Hidden Beaches And Where To Find Them
While it’s not hard to find a great beach, Urban List has done a little more exploring to discover these secret gems.
The 10 Best New Zealand Great Walks You Need To Try
New Zealand is one heck of a b-e-a-utiful place and as its people, it would be downright rude not to explore it.
The Best Black Friday Sales Of 2023 To Shop In New Zealand
We're here to help you sort the good from the great and to dig up the most unmissable Black Friday sales.
How The Thrift Store Founder Tabitha Coleman Turned Her Passion For Thrifting Into A Full-Time Gig
From a 9-5 desk worker to a professional op shopper, Tabitha Coleman has turned one of her biggest passions into a full-time job.
The Best Adult Advent Calendars In NZ So You Can Count Down To Christmas
When it comes to advent calendars, why should the kids have all the fun? Well they don't, as it turns out—because a growing number…
10 Of The Best Camping Grounds Within Driving Distance Of Auckland
Load up the roadie snacks and delve into the best camping spots within driving distance from Auckland to add your hit list this summer…
The Best Artisanal Gins In NZ So You Can Level Up Your G&T Game
20 New Zealand-made gins that will turn your typical G&T on its head.
11 Of The Most Haunted Places In New Zealand
Sage sticks at the ready. We’ve done some digging and conjured up some of Aotearoa’s scariest stories.
9 Of The Most Dog-Friendly Beaches Across Aotearoa
Picture the perfect day with your pup and we bet it includes a trip to the beach.
14 Ways To Show Your Support For Breast Cancer Awareness This October
It’s not too late to rally the troops, or just yourself, to raise a bit of cashola for this totally worthy and far-too-close-to-home…
9 Of The Best New Plymouth Hotels To Check In At
From renowned luxury chains to characterful boutique abodes, we scoured the local hotel scene to find a range of gems worthy of your…
Mount Taranaki | Everything You Need To Know Before Tackling The Summit
Get your boots on, carbohydrates packed and bring a positive headspace because you’ll need it—here’s everything you need…
11 Of The Best Things To Do In New Plymouth
A town in the shadow of an incredible picture-perfect volcano, and with a mix of art and adventure on offer, New Plymouth makes for a great…
17 Of The Best Things To Do In Invercargill
Invercargill may get a bad rap but once you start exploring this southern extreme of New Zealand, you soon realise just how much there…
12 Of The Best Restaurants In New Plymouth And Where To Find Them
Between scaling Mt Taranaki and hitting the mountain bike tracks around Lake Mangamahoe, surfing up a storm or soaking up the art,…
12 Fashion Fits For Your Pooch This Season
Along with our friends at Animates, we’ve rounded up a list of the snuggliest fashion fits to not only keep your pooch warm this…
The Best Music Festivals In NZ You Need To Experience In 2023 And 2024
Get amped up for the most wonderful time of the year. We’re talkin’ New Zealand’s festival season. Across the country,…
13 Of The Best Airbnbs In Taupo
Sometimes you’ve just had your fill of hotels, motels and Holiday Inns and you’re yearning for something with a little…
Sonny Ngatai: From Simpsons To Super Saiyan: My Family’s Adventure Reclaiming Te Reo Māori
Our journey isn't just about learning; it's about reclaiming a piece of our whakapapa that was nearly lost. It's about bridging…
Level Up Your Kōrero, Here’s How To Get Behind Māori Language Week
This week, and every week henceforth, we encourage you to go beyond learning how to order your coffee in Māori in exchange for a free…
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing | Everything You Need To Know Before Tackling The Summit
Explore the volcanic heart of the Tongariro National Park on an epic one-day tramping adventure.
The Tongariro Northern Circuit | Everything You Need To Know Before Tackling The Great Walk
Explore the volcanic heart of the Tongariro National Park on an epic three to four-day tramping adventure.
The Best Father’s Day Gifts To Shop In 2024
From whisky stones and linen pants to packable day packs, check out our hit list of the best Father's Day gifts to shop this year.
10 Of The Best Hanmer Springs Accommodation For A Dream Cantabrian Getaway
Alpine village Hanmer Springs has all the ingredients for a magical escape any time of the year.
14 Of The Best Luxury Hotels In New Zealand
We’ve got the buzz on the best luxury hotels around the country, so you can be drinking champagne in a spa pool as soon as physically…
The Best Cafes In Invercargill For A Real Taste Of Southland
Get schooled up with this list of Invercargill’s best cafes right now.
8 Epic Ways To Embrace The FIFA Women’s World Cup
The FIFA Women’s World Cup has kicked off in New Zealand. Held every four years, the event showcases talent from 32…
Why We Need To Preserve Queer Stories For The Next Generation
Shaneel Lal, a Fijian-New Zealand writer, LGBT rights activist, and New Zealand's first-ever trans person to win Young New Zealander Of…
The Best Matariki Public Holiday Events In Tāmaki Makaurau And Around Aotearoa In 2023
Matariki a.k.a. Māori New Year is just around the corner (Friday 14 July to be exact). A time of reflection and new beginnings,…
8 Reasons To Care About Digital Equity And How It Impacts Your Community
If you’re reading this article, chances are you’re a) on a device, b) connected to the internet, and c) know your way around the…
The Best Teams To Watch In The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023
Here’s a roundup of the best teams to watch in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.
Why Matariki Is For All Of Us
For me, Matariki represents a time of celebration, reflection, and connection to people and land across New Zealand.
11 Of The Best Cosy Cabins In New Zealand To Hibernate In This Winter
You’re halfway through the year and that calls for a well-deserved break, preferably one with a big cosy bed to snuggle into, and…
The Best Non-Alcoholic Drinks In New Zealand To Sip In 2023
Whether you are wishing to cut down your alcohol intake or are looking to go completely teetotal, here are our favourite non-alcoholic…
12 Of The Best Restaurants In Taupo
Forks at the ready, Taupō isn’t just about hitting the slopes or whiling away hours on the lake.
Great Barrier Island | The Ultimate First Timer’s Guide
Rid yourself of life's stresses at this tranquil oasis.
5 Of The Best Hotels In Taupo
Adrenaline-pumping activities, forest-bathing among ancient trees and unwinding in relaxing hot springs is the idyllic trifecta that awaits…
13 Of The Best Vodkas In New Zealand Worth Filling Up The Ice Tray For
Long and unjustly discriminated as the smuttiest of spirits, vodka is both the queen of classy and the king of trashy - and we should know -…
The Best Motels In Taupo To Check Into In 2023
Taupo is a firm favourite among Kiwis for a cheeky getaway at any time of the year, here are the best motels in Taupo.
The Great New Zealand Toastie Takeover’s Supreme Winner Has Just Been Announced
The hot competition where chefs up and down the country cook up their tastiest take on the classic toastie, The Great New Zealand…
The Best Jewellers In New Zealand
When it comes to finding beautiful gems, trinkets, and treasures, look no further than New Zealand’s best jewellers. From a little…
How Anew Founder Jayden Klinac Is Changing The Game With These Plant-Based Reusable Bottles
Unless you're Barbie, the amount of single-use plastics we have is not fantastic. And with the drive of consumer culture and mass…
It’s Official, IKEA NZ Has Just Confirmed An Opening Date
It's official whānau, IKEA is finally coming to Aotearoa New Zealand.
Airbnb Just Launched ‘Rooms’ With Stays For Under $100 A Night
Keen to lock in some affordable accommodation for your next trip? Check out some seriously great Rooms around Aotearoa at Airbnb.
The Best Mother’s Day Gifts For Every Type Of Mum (And Budget)
From statement earrings and sleep-supporting tea to illuminating skincare and cosy knitwear, shop our thoughtfully curated list of…
The Best Airbnbs With Fireplaces In New Zealand
From tiny huts in the forest to a luxurious private retreat and accommodation in an actual boot, Aotearoa has an abundance of cosy winter…
Queen Charlotte Track | Everything You Need To Know Before Exploring The Stunning Marlborough Sounds
The Queen Charlotte Track is a three-to-five-day tramping and mountain biking track that traverses the beautiful Marlborough Sounds.
15 Of The Best Tiny Homes In New Zealand To Book For A Weekend Escape
Small in size, big on adventure, indulgence and memories.
Why We All Need To Stand By Our Trans Community In New Zealand
Irrespective of how you feel about trans people, no one deserves to be excluded because of who they are.
Epic NZ Made, Eco Friendly And Sustainable Products So You Can Keep Our Planet In Mind
Shopping sustainably is becoming easier and easier, with more local NZ brands being launched all the time specifically developed to be way…
The Best Engagement Rings In NZ To Secure A Yes
Popping that pretty question can be a nerve-racking time—we get that. What should be a piece of cake, however, is picking out that…
20 Ethical Kiwi Fashion Brands To Get Behind
It’s all about choosing brands based on our own values—not just the dollar value of a product.
9 Of The Best Wanaka Cafes To Try In 2023
Here are the best darn cafes that you need to try in Wānaka this year.
10 Of The Best Dog-Friendly Walks In New Zealand
Taking your pup for a walk is all very well until you realise you’re in a park that’s a no-go for pooches. Talk about barking up…
10 Of The Best Airbnbs With Hot Tubs And Outdoor Baths In NZ
Soak up the luxury at the best Airbnb's in NZ with outdoor baths.
10 Of The Best Craft Chocolate Bars In New Zealand For Adventurous Cacao Lovers
New Zealand’s craft chocolate makers are a rebellious and trend-setting bunch, so it’s no surprise that they’re making…
38 Of The Best Netflix NZ Documentaries To Watch Right Now
We've rounded up the best Netflix documentaries you need to watch right now. From the intriguing to the shocking, it’s all here.