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Things To Do In Melbourne Right Now

Consider this your Melbourne bucket list that covers both tourist attractions and local haunts. There are endless things to do, see, eat and…

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Celebrate International Women’s Day 2024 At These Inspiring Auckland Events

International Women’s Day (IWD) is on the horizon—8 March to be exact. This year’s theme is Inspire Inclusion which is as…

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The Best Museums In Auckland To Visit This Year (Updated 2024)

If you’re curious about, well, everything, get yourself along to one of Auckland’s incredible museums, stat. From impressive…

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Odyssey Sensory Maze

A brand new, multi-million dollar, totally immersive experience created by Hollywood…

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Babylon Store

If you're a little plant-obsessed like us, and enjoy filling up your home (and…

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What’s On In Christchurch In 2024

Whether you love getting amongst the arts or prefer to eat your way around town, Ōtautahi’s got something for you. Here are the…

Beauty

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…

Food & Drink

Where To Wine, Dine And Treat Your Lover In Auckland This Valentine’s Day

Hello lovers, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner so if you haven’t made plans yet, you'd better hustle.

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The Best Auckland Pride Festival Events You Can’t Miss In 2024

Here are all the events not to miss at this year's Auckland Pride Festival. 

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The Best Places For Strawberry Picking In Auckland

‘Tis the season to soak up those gorgeous summer vibes while plundering your local strawberry patch for bucket-loads of strawberries,…

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Sip Champagne And Speciality Cocktails At This Pickleball Popup Coming To The Viaduct

Piper-Heidsieck is throwing its support behind the Australian Open by hosting a sip-and-play pop-up at M Social in Auckland's…

Local Escapes

16 Of The Best Things To Do In Queenstown

Summer, winter, autumn or spring, Queenstown is a beauty to behold.

Local Escapes

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…

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50 Of The Best Things To Do In Auckland

While Aucklanders may be the brunt of jokes for those south of the Bombay Hills, we think living in the City of Sails is pretty damn rad.

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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?

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Get Into The Festive Spirit This December At Commercial Bay’s Christmas Markets

So, you’ve put up the tree, locked in the menu for the big day, and sorted an outfit for the work party. Wondering what else to add to…

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The Best Christmas Lights To See In Auckland 2023

Nothing has us feeling more festive than a completely over-the-top display of Christmas lights—this is definitely a case of the more…

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Sip Japanese Gin At This Spring Garden Pop-Up In Mission Bay

Spring has sprung—the season of new beginnings as nature wakes up. With it, we’re treated to longer daylight, blossoming…

Food & Drink

What’s Open This Labour Day In Auckland

There's nothing quite as good as a long weekend, and this one is no exception. With the weather warming up, there's no need to head…

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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…

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6 Fun Ways To Embrace Rugby World Cup When You’re Not A Fanatic

So if you don’t know your drop kick from your dropout, don’t worry, you can still get some skin in the game.

Markets & Food Events

The Best Markets In Auckland For 2023

There is something ultra-relaxing about markets. Maybe it’s the fact that you can slowly peruse the stalls without needing to rush…

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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,…

Features

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…

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The Best Christmas Party Venues In Auckland For 2023

Ho, ho, holy snowball…. December is nearly here and it's time to get our Christmas party on. Is it just us, or did this year…

Markets & Food Events

Here’s Where To Find The Best Markets In Hamilton

There’s nothing better than strolling through a buzzing market with a coffee in-hand and a basket jam-packed with fresh produce and…

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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…

Food & Drink

Restaurant Month 2023’s Best Menus At $30, $45 And $55+

The centrepiece of Auckland’s food events is officially back on the radar: Restaurant Month is here. We’ve never been so…

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Takapuna Winter Lights Is Back For 2023 Bigger And Better Than Ever

Takapuna Winter Lights will be lighting up the shore over four nights this July as part of the Elemental AKL festival and this year promises…

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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,…

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10 Of The Best Mini-Golf Courses In Auckland For You To Smash A Hole In One At

Although we may have reluctantly come to terms with the fact that we don’t possess the golfing prowess of Lydia Ko or Rory McIIroy, it…

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7 Epic Queenstown Events You Can’t Miss In 2023

Here are the best events happening in Queenstown in 2023.

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Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq And Holey Moley Is Opening In Wellington Next Month

After taking Auckland and then Christchurch by storm, entertainment masters Funlab has announced that its biggest (and best) Archie…

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Where To Go Ice Skating In Auckland

Want to experience a ‘true’ winter this year? Luckily you don’t have to venture far to experience the gleeful joy of…

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What’s Open This King’s Birthday Public Holiday In Auckland

The first public holiday celebrating King Charles' birthday has arrived which means three days of rest, relaxation and feasting are…

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50 Of The Best Things To Do In Christchurch At Least Once In Your Life

Ōtautahi is an absolute gem of a city—there’s not a lot it doesn’t have. Beaches? Yes. Arts and culture? Absolutely.…

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LUMA Southern Light Project Is Coming Back To Queenstown This King’s Birthday

Forget what you know about the Southern Lights. Aurora Australis? Please…we have something much more exciting for you! Come…

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The Best Things To Do With Mum This Mother’s Day In Auckland 2023

We think you'll agree when we say that mums should be treated to nothing but the absolute best come Mother's Day, which if you…

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Eat Drink Love Ponsonby Is Back For 2023 | Here Are The Best Deals You Need To Devour

We love wining and dining in Ponsonby at the best of times—but throw in some one-off creations, tasting menus, and special…

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8 Of The Best Escape Rooms In Auckland To Break Out Of

Sick of being a passive bystander in a movie theatre? Perhaps it’s time to become the lead in your own story! 

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What’s Open In Auckland On ANZAC Tuesday

Whether you're after breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner or a little somethin' somethin' this ANZAC Tuesday there's loads to…

Nelson

Discover The Best Things To Do In Nelson

A hub for arts and culture, Nelson isn’t short on delicious cafes, eateries and breweries either.

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15 Of The Best Places For Animal Lovers To Visit In Auckland

If you’re in the mood for a little (or a lot of) amazing animal action, we’ve got you covered. Here are 15 of the most amazing…

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Fill Your Autumn Calendar With These Central Auckland Events

Did you think Auckland’s impressive lineup of events was winding down as we farewelled the summer sun? Turns out that was just the…

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50 Things To Do With Your Dog In Auckland

For all the dog-owners out there we know how frustrating it can be not being able to bring your dog anywhere and everywhere. We’ve…

Restaurants

Cult Dining Phenomenon Dans Le Noir Is Coming Back To Auckland

Not a fan of excessive eye contact on the first date? Sick and tired of eating with your eyes and not with your stomach? Or…

Markets & Food Events

Sweet Outdoor Events Because Summer’s Far From Over

Together with Lipton Ice Tea, we're serving up seven of the best outdoor events, festivals and things to do in New Zealand over March…

Features

EcoFest | Show Tāmaki Makaurau Some Love With This Stacked Month-Long Eco Festival

Green does not mean boring, folks. And, proving they know what’s what when it comes to all things good, The EcoFest Festival is…

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The Best Cinemas In Auckland And Where To Find Them In 2024

Don’t get us wrong, we love a night in with Netflix but it just doesn’t compare to seeing movies on the silver screen, a bucket…

Food & Drink

Everything That’s Open In Auckland On New Year’s Day So You Can Kick Off 2023 In Style

Don’t waste your calories on shoddy fare. It’s a new year, and a new you. And that new you downright deserves to be fuelled by…

Local Escapes

The Best Lavender Farms In New Zealand Where You Can Feed Your Soul

The warmer weather is here, and that means it’s the season for lavender to bloom. Here are the best farms across New Zealand where you…

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The 21 Best Auckland Tours To Take In 2023

We're spilling our secrets on all the best tours you need to get amongst to make the most of your time in Auckland. 

Entertainment

Bless Your Ears With This Kiwi Music Playlist, As Nominated By You

We might be biased, but one thing is for sure; Aotearoa punches above its weight with our homegrown music talent. 

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Dr Rudi’s Next-Level Bottomless Frosé Bar Is Back Just In Time For Summer

“Frosé Your Way” has been dreamt up by everyone’s favourite rooftop bar Dr Rudi’s and will even feature a…

Features

A New Boutique Cinema Complex Has Just Opened In Ponsonby And Yep, We’re Excited

Auckland crew listen up! In some hugely exciting news, it’s been revealed that Ponsonby is (finally) getting a cinema complex all of…

Food & Drink

Where To Find The Ice Cream Truck Slinging Free Magnums And Party Vibes This Month

With three new flavours to choose from, the Magnum crew have taken your favourite classic flavours and worked them, flipped them and…

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8 Of New Zealand’s Finest Summer Destinations To Adventure To This Season

Celebrate New Zealand's playground of secluded beaches, vibrant festivals, rewarding hikes, and some of the world’s best vistas…

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Auckland’s Best Halloween Events And Parties To Get Spooked At In 2022

Legend has it that at summer’s end or ‘Samhain’—the inspiration behind Halloween traditions—the veil between…

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Soak In These Stories Of Resilience And Get Inspired For A Good Cause

We’re a tiny bit (read: a lot) obsessed with the work of Tom Gould. Born in Aotearoa and based in New York, the…

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12 Of The Best Things To Do In Hamilton

Dubbed The Tron, Hamilton is a vibrant city with countless experiences to uncover. From adventurous activities and epic eats to natural…

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50 Auckland Dates For Less Than $50

Love doesn't have to cost the world—no really, it doesn't, as this list of 50 date ideas for under $50 shows. From stargazing…

Features

Find Out The Latest News On The COVID Traffic Light System In NZ

Stay up to date with our live list of the latest updates of restrictions around Auckland and New Zealand.

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Synthony, The Banging Orchestral Dance Concert Is Coming To Auckland Domain

Ever wanted to hear Calvin Harris' One Kiss in C Minor with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra? Yeah, us neither, come…

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Roll Up, Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq And Holey Moley Are Hitting Christchurch This October

After taking Auckland by storm, entertainment masters Funlab have announced they’re opening an Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq AND a…

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14 Of The Best Nightclubs In Auckland

There’s something about dancing we just can’t get enough of. Whether it’s dancing in the moonlight, dancing in the dark or…

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The Top Spots To Go Ten-Pin Bowling In Auckland

Rain or shine, bowling is one of the most fun ways to spend an afternoon. 

Queenstown

Hit The Slopes This Ski Season With Our Guide To Carving It Up In Queenstown

Whether you're a total novice or expert-level skier, Queenstown has you covered for an epic ski season. This winter wonderland…

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Inside Dali: The Epic Multi-Sensory Digital Exhibition Has Just Extended Its Auckland Run

A next-level digital exhibition about the godfather of surrealism Salvador Dali is coming to New Zealand this May, direct from electrifying…

Food & Drink

11 Of The Best Auckland Restaurants To Visit In Winter, According To You

The chilly weather brings the perfect excuse to hunker down at Auckland’s vibrant restaurants, bars and eateries while seeking comfort…

Travel

Help Clean Up Our Oceans By Participating In This Sustainable Running Event

adidas is inviting runners of all levels to crush the kilometres to help end plastic waste in our oceans.  Going down on Sunday, 5…

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Doc Edge | 8 Of The Best Documentaries You Need To Watch At The 2022 Festival

If you’re looking for something to watch as it gets colder to cosy up in a cinema or at home, the full Doc Edge…

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Scope Out These Neon Art Installations Popping Up Around The Country And Win

There's nothing we love more than scoping out the latest creative displays. Plus, when it's paired with the chance to pick up epic…

Music

The Best Live Music Venues In Auckland

While your Spotify may be overflowing with a cracking collection of music, nothing beats the sweet, sweet sound of live music.

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Epic Bottomless Sangria Sessions Have Just Popped Up At This Rad Rooftop Bar

While the endless summer sun might be losing its heat, why not welcome in autumn while keeping the fiesta vibes strong with bottomless jugs…

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Attention Auckland, Here’s Everything To See And Do This Easter Weekend 2022

It's no secret we love long weekends, especially the kind where we're actively encouraged to eat chocolate for not one, but four…

Activities & Itineraries

5 Things To Do In New Zealand To Curb Your Japan Travel Cravings

As borders slowly reopen, the taste of travel is finally within reach again. At the top of our list when we jet off? Japan, of course. 

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50 Epic Free Things To Do In Wellington That Won’t Cost You A Cent In 2022

Whether you’re feeling a bit cash-strapped in the lead up to payday or just love a freebie, Wellington has oodles of fun-tastic things…

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17 Auckland Date Ideas That Aren’t Dinner And A Movie

Let us hear you say love. Whether it’s your first or your one hundredth date, a little thought goes a long way especially amidst the…

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Transport Yourself To Tokyo At This Immersive Pop-Up In Auckland

We're teaming up with Suntory BOSS Coffee to bring you a sensory experience that will enchant your eyes and tickle your taste buds.

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Mingle At The Museum And Find Romance At This One-Of-A-Kind Dating Event

If you’re looking for conversation topics beyond your next choice of drink, Auckland Museum is playing matchmaker this year at…

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Here’s What’s On Across Aotearoa This January

It's the new year, and thank heavens for that because summer's looking like it’s going to be legendary.

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The Best Things To Do In New Zealand This December

We're counting down the days till when can get out and make the most of summer. Because after the year that was,…

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Artweek 2021 | Everything You Need To See, Whatever The Alert Level

Artweek is just around the corner and 2020 marks a massive ten years for the week-long festival. Once again, it's time to…

Features

Broadway Hit Musical ‘Wicked’ Has Announced A New Post-Lockdown Date So Grab Your Broomstick

Take a trip along the yellow brick road and prepare to be amazed by an all Kiwi cast as they transport you to Emerald City and back. 

Local Escapes

Snow Machine, The Epic Destination Festival, Has Just Released Final Tickets

Calling all snow homies, holiday heroes, music-mad and just plain festy frothers – news just in, epic destination festival, Snow…

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The Smoke And Spice Festival Will Turn Up The Heat In 2022

Auckland’s Smoke & Spice Festival will be bigger and better than ever with plenty of barbecues, booze, live music,…

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Pinot Palooza 2021 Is Hitting Auckland This Friday So Nab One Of The Last Remaining Tickets

This is not a drill, everyone's fave wine fest—Pinot Palooza—is officially returning to the thirsty city of…

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Auckland’s Iconic Fried Chicken Festival Has A New Post-Lockdown Date

Get excited as the Auckland Fried Chicken Festival is back for its fourth year. That's right, some of Auckland’s finest…

Wellness

We Tried A Sound Bath In Auckland And This Is What Happened

We went along to a sound bath hosted by Sophie Correia at Crossing Paths to find out what you can expect when you have a sound bath. 

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Street Eats, The Epic Multi-Level Foodie Fest Is Happening This Weekend

These days, the best kind of food comes straight from the streets. Whether it’s a cart, caravan or truck—these tiny, portable…

Things To Do

5 Awesome Things To Do In Auckland This Week

There is plenty of fun to be had with the best things to do in Auckland.

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A Boozy Bottomless Brunch Party Dedicated To Lady Gaga Is Hitting Auckland This Winter

Are you gaga about a good bottomless brunch? Well then, how about brunch AND Lady Gaga?

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Intimate Subterranean Sessions Are Being Held In These WWII Tunnels For The First Time Ever

Interesting Places: The Subterranean Sessions is set to be an absolutely awesome series of musical matinee shows, as part of Elemental…

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These Epic Sensory Coffee Workshops Will Stir Your Inner Barista

We Kiwis absolutely love our coffee. In fact, NZ is one of the top coffee consumers globally. But how many of us actually know how to brew…

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A Massive Morning Rave Is Coming To Auckland’s Town Hall This July

Ditch the booze and bust some moves at this epic morning rave. 

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An Epic Raclette Pop Up Is Hitting Auckland This Bastille Celebration Week

Is there any better way to embrace the colder days than with shed loads of cheese? We think not. This winter, we’re in luck,…

Things To Do With Kids

12 Epic Things To Do In Auckland This School Holidays July 2021

Calling all people with small ones in tow—winter school holidays (Saturday 10th-Sunday 25th July) are looking realll good this year…

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Embrace Winter With Aotea Square Ice Rink, Ice Slide, Snugs And Night Markets 2021

The snow gods heard your cry for alp. Take your mittens out of hibernation and pop on your snuggliest coat because Auckland is getting…

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What You Need To Know About The Online Festival Supporting Emerging Artists

Isol-Aid Homegrown is a collaboration providing creative and financial support to emerging acts across Australia and New Zealand.

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Max Out The Chilly Season With 8 Unmissable Winter Events

Throw on your puffer jacket and lace up those boots—winter is well and truly here and we’re ready to make it the best one yet.…

Local Escapes

First Base’s Free Vintage Après Ski Soirée Hits Queenstown This Weekend

Winter is coming, and that means ski party season is too. So, dust off your boots and grab your warmest jackets, because things are about to…

Local Escapes

Explore Queenstown’s Best Bars And Restaurants With This Incredible Urban Wine Walk

The Urban Wine Walk is an epic self-guided wine tasting experience, allowing participants to meander their way through New…

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A Secret Piano Bar Is Coming To Auckland

Let’s be honest, we’re kinda terrible at keeping secrets here at Urban List. So, when we hear a rumour a hidden piano…

Food & Drink

5 Of The Best Birria Taco Joints In Auckland

If the words ‘Birria Tacos’ has piqued your interest, you’re not alone. The videos of red juicy stew, with meat that falls…

Everybody Eats Founder Nick Loosley On His Mission To End Food Poverty In NZ

Realising this gap between food waste and food insecurity, Nick Loosley founded Everybody Eats - a locally-based, not-for-profit…

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The Lion King Opens This Month So Nab Your Tickets While You Can

Travel may be off limits for now but with Disney’s The Lion King coming to our shores, spending an evening in Africa just became…

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Darkfield Radio Is Back With A New Sinister And Immersive Audio Experience

From the team that gave you the creeps at the Federation Square’s mind-bending SEANCE shipping containers experience…

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Dine Under The Stars In These Epic Igloos That Have Just Popped Up In Central Wellington

Ah, winter. That delightful season when jammies and slippers become a fashion statement, social outings become rarer than a blood supermoon,…

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The Chocolate And Coffee Festival Is Back For 2021

Prep your bodies for a weekend of pure indulgence—The Chocolate And Coffee Show is back in Auckland to celebrate its seventh…

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Make A Beeline For This Tasty Multi-Sensory Experience That’s Just Opened In The Viaduct

When it comes to delivering a multi-sensory retail experience, Comvita has raised the bar with the launch of the new Comvita Wellness Lab…

Features

Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away 10,000 Original Glazed Doughnuts This Friday

Is it a donut or doughnut? For the sake of this pun, we highly recommend that you donut miss the chance to claim your FREE doughnut this…

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Get Your Heart Pumping At This Epic Free Speaker Series Hitting New Zealand

What if we told you that you had a billion dollars to spend? Well, it’s your lucky day, because you already are a billionaire; of…

Auckland

6 Of The Best Escape Rooms In Auckland

Sick of being a passive bystander in a movie theatre? Perhaps it’s time to become the lead in your own story! 

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Here’s Where To Watch The Rare Blood Supermoon In Auckland Tonight

It’s not everyday that a giant, cosmic entity lights up the sky with an intergalactic aura—completely kicking a regular full…

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Breaks N Brass Will Be Serving Up The Sickest Old School Hip Hop Beats At This Legendary Gig

Just imagine the scene if Snoop Dogg or Dr. Dre picked up a trumpet and smashed out some good ol’ bangers. Well, New Zealand’s…

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Show Off Your Slick Moves At New Zealand’s Highest And Most Epic Silent Disco

There’s always that one friend that doesn’t vibe with your choice in music, isn’t there? Well, now you can dance to…

Local Escapes

Queenstown Transforms Into A Winter Wonderland In The First Major Snowfall Of 2021

Start digging out your gear, tuning your ski and snowboard and booking flights to Queenstown this winter because the NZ ski season starts…

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RuPaul’s Drag Race Is Coming To New Zealand For A Fabulous Live Tour

Not since Priscilla has New Zealand and Australia seen something as bloody fabulous as RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under. Coming this…

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Just Released: Free Hip Hop Event Jameson House of Rounds Has A New Date

Forget whatever you had planned for September 3rd, Galatos is the place to be.

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MOTAT Is Lighting Up Matariki With A Next-Level Interactive Night Lights Event

Whether you love a good photo op or simply have an appreciation for the arts—the enchanting Night Lights at MOTAT will…