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Together we can protect our land and waste nothing. HŪRAE-ĀKUHATA / JULY-AUGUST 2021 3 TŌ TĀTOU TĀMAKI MAKAURAU TŌ TĀTOU TĀMAKI MAKAURAU OurAuckland.nz OurAuckland.nz BY THE NUMBERS THE BRIEFING Auckland Council news.

WATERFRONT SECURED Strong foundations TRANSPORT HUB TO 16 help build a great equivalent lanes of city foreshore. OPEN IN MANUKAU motorway traffic can be The revamped station will help moved at peak times For the past century, a strong, resilient thousands commute. when the City Rail Link is barrier between land and sea has kept completed in 2024. This Auckland's downtown from being Open from late July, the eye-catching new Puhinui Station is will help ease congestion flooded. It's done its job well but public transport like we haven’t experienced before: a world- and reduce emissions. needed upgrading. class commuter hub providing better travel connections in

Now, in a massive and complex Auckland’s southern suburbs. engineering project, 600 metres of sea “The upgraded Puhinui Station is going to transform the 38 wall has been seismically strengthened. way people get to and from . By connecting seeded mussel lines have Running between Princes Wharf and the rail network with new electric buses, it’s only a been attached to the Marsden Wharf, this protective coastal 10-12 minute express trip to the airport from Puhinui Station From our Mayor underside of Te Wānanga, the new public space that barrier will save our city from rising – unlocking fast, frequent and easy journeys,” says Shane Central Auckland is undergoing a seemingly floats above the reaches out over the waters for at least another 100 years and Ellison, Auckland Transport Chief Executive. transformation with the harbour, with native planting water in Quay Street. was an important step in revitalising our As well as the new airport link, frequent bus and rail completion of major projects that offering shade and carbon Each mature mussel will waterfront area. connections will help commuters to travel to the city centre. are making it a more vibrant, absorption and openings in the filter up to 150 to 200 “This is a special place in Tāmaki Shared paths on Lambie Drive and along Puhinui Road people-friendly and exciting deck revealing the movement of litres of seawater a day Makaurau where people connect with make it easier for commuters to walk or ride to the station. place to live, work and visit. the tides. taking in phytoplankton the working waterfront – the ferries, the Bike storage is available – just bring a lock. There are In June, we celebrated the These and other new public for nourishment as well wharves, and Waitematā Harbour,” pick-up and drop-off zones for passengers destined for the completion of the Karangahape spaces – such as Te Komititanga, as removing pollutants. says Eric van Essen, Downtown airport, and short-term (60-minute) parking bays.

Road upgrade, which has the new pedestrian square on Programme Director. Convenient all-day scooter and motorcycle parking is delivered wider footpaths, bike lower Queen Street; the restored “It’s a hive of activity for transport, available too. lanes, tree planting and rain Chief Post Office; and Amey 1600 boating, shopping, dining and working. The The $65-$70 million architectural landmark features eLearning video courses gardens, as well as new public Daldy Park in Wynyard Quarter – sea wall is out of sight but it’s literally the mahi toi (artwork) and the use of te reo Māori throughout, and tutorials are available art, better street furniture and are revitalising central Auckland, to help you upgrade your foundation of the edge of our downtown, thanks to a partnership with mana whenua. lighting and new bus lanes. creating spaces for people to visit technology, creative and and completion of this project is a For more information on Puhinui Station transport hub This was followed by the and enjoy and making our city business skills – all free milestone in the overall downtown and bus services visit at.govt.nz opening of the transformed Quay centre a world-class destination with an Auckland library Auckland transformation.” Street and Te Wānanga, the for Aucklanders, New Zealanders membership. stunning new park on Auckland’s and eventually for visitors from waterfront. An impressive feat of around the world. UPTOWN UPGRADE engineering, Te Wānanga Phil Goff, Mayor of Auckland Karangahape Road boost.

Widened footpaths, two rainbow crossings, native trees, separated

cycleways, bike parking, improved bus shelters and bus lanes, Discover OurAuckland.nz feature lighting and rain gardens to filter stormwater are all part of an enhanced Karangahape Road delivered by Auckland Transport. Get weekly updates on news and events across When you next visit this precinct, don’t miss the tukutuku panels Auckland at ourauckland.nz/enews 38,000 woven in steel, the colourful pāua shell inspired bus shelters and customers use Follow us on social media: @aklcouncil the silver discs inlaid into paving to symbolise the shell paths Britomart Station every walked by Māori along this historic ridgeline centuries ago. working weekday.

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AROUND AUCKLAND LOCAL The latest from your community NEWS Stream clean In short Local boards join forces to At the hub News and updates from protect the environment. Takanini community all over the region. facility now open to all. Running through Franklin, Bike life: Papakura and Manurewa, Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini A trial pop-up cycleway on Papakura Stream has united – Takaanini Community Hub Captain Scott Road leading to Auckland’s three southernmost has opened in Takanini Village. Glen Eden Town Centre is local boards. The $2.9 million hub includes underway. Locals were involved The Papakura Stream library and community services, in creating the trial, which will be Restoration Project will computers, wifi, kitchen, study in operation for up to a year. For be jointly funded by Franklin, and bookable areas, and library. “We hope people will carried throughout the building. more see akhaveyoursay.co.nz Papakura and Manurewa local a children’s play space. take ownership and that it Mana whenua also gifted the boards, which all have a strong from recycled soft plastic, an “The people in this becomes the heart and soul of name: the double vowel in Witness the fitness: environmental focus. initiative sponsored by Mondelēz community have been crying this community.” Takaanini is the Te Ākitai Three new fitness stations are Franklin Chair Andy Baker says New Zealand. out for quality services, and it’s Artist Johnson Witehira Waiohua preference. The name in place at Panmure Basin. the project launch saw volunteers “We’re going to need the great that much of what is in worked closely with Ted Ngataki represents the area’s history There are now 12 stations: have working with private landowners support of the local and corporate the hub is thanks to their input,” of Ngāti Tamaoho and Kathleen and pays tribute to prominent you tried the circuit? to restore wetland areas and community in the form of says Papakura Local Board Wilson of Te Ākitai Waiohua to chief Ihaka Takaanini, after protect kahikatea stands. The aim volunteering, sponsorship and Chair Brent Catchpole. create window artworks based whom the suburb is named, and Housing for kaumātua: is to protect the water quality and partnerships,” Baker says. Hub manager Dany Miller on the story of Taane and the who has descendants in the Three additional kaumātua the stream's banks, a vital habitat “This is an ambitious project says the facility is more than a basket of knowledge, a theme area today. housing units will be built at for native species. because it involves restoration Papakura Marae after “The wetland was fenced to on public and private land, Papakura Local Board protect the stream and site from working alongside farmers and Funded by Maungakiekie-Tāmaki approval, taking the total to livestock, using posts made other landowners.” Local Board and delivered by Eke nine. “These homes will be Panuku Development Auckland, filled by kaumātua who can this exhibition helps tell a story of share their knowledge, tikanga Board area, plus concept plans the area’s rich history and and wisdom. It will be like for new playgrounds are promotes a deeper sense of place. having living taonga on hand,” being prepared. “We are incredibly proud to help says Papakura Local Board Additional play equipment this impressive storytelling project Chair Brent Catchpole. has been approved for come to life,” says Maungakiekie- Takapuna’s Gould Reserve. Tāmaki Local Board Chair Maria Bring to light: At Nile Reserve in Milford, Meredith. “It’s important to The water feature located in plans are approved for an Local Board Chair Maria Meredith and Deputy Chair Chris Makoare. acknowledge the history of the Ellerslie Town Square (below) upgraded playground, and a area. Seeing them in place, has been repaired, with coloured new playground is being built in providing a platform for ongoing lights in place for summer. Devonport's Melrose Reserve. Maungakiekie-Tāmaki area over conversation and enabling growth Sunnynook Park playground History in the past 100 years. in our understanding of our local is being upgraded and a new pictures This part of Auckland has been heritage, proves how valuable it is North Shore plaza area added. central to the region’s growth and to support community projects New toilet and changing A Panmure display its connection to Tāmaki River like this.” playgrounds facilities are in progress at connects past and present. and Manukau Harbour. The series Where to see them: Next to the More fun for all. Milford Reserve and completed showcases how Panmure, Mt Panmure Library, 7 Pilkington near the preschool playground Have you seen the panoramic Wellington, Penrose and Road, in front of the Panmure Several renewal projects are at Hauraki’s Lake Town Green, images on display in Panmure? Onehunga looked in 1920 (with Community Hall car park. An getting underway across the and there are safer new stairs at Part of a photographic exhibit, photos by James Douglas additional display is on the Gentle Devonport-Takapuna Local Castor Bay's Kennedy Park. they tell the story of the Richardson) compared to 2020 Care Dentist wall (facing Pilkington

BOY IMAGE / JAY FARNWORTH, VOLUNTEER IMAGE / BRYAN LOWE / BRYAN IMAGE VOLUNTEER FARNWORTH, / JAY IMAGE BOY significant changes in the (photos by Sam Hartnett). Road) at 70 Queens Road.

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MY Takapuna Sh� in TĀMAKI akapuna MAKAURAU Winter T in to win and be over WEAVER AND Lights 10,000 MULTI-DISCIPLINARY $wworthorth ooff pprizesrizes FriFFrri 300tht andandn SatSatt 3131st JulyJuully ARTIST LightLight DisplaysDisplays Between 5pm–10pm5pm–10pm 1 June – ArtisticAArrttistic iinstallationsnsstallata ioonnss 31 July TESSA HARRIS HurstmereHurstmere RRoadoad 2021202 PPririzeess iinclude:nclude: PerformancesPerformances FIRST PRIZE: A $6,000 guided (NGĀI TAI KI TĀMAKI) FREEFREFREE holiday with Trafalgar! + LLiveive MMusicusic BONUS PRIZES: 4x $1,000 Takapuna Shopping Sprees + other spot prizes to be won! Artist Tessa Harris has collaborated on several installations around Tāmaki

TAKAPUNA Makaurau including at Silo Park, Karangahape Road and Te Komititanga square in Britomart. “Māori are the indigenous people of Aotearoa – that is what makes us unique. Our culture, history and art are now more present in Tāmaki Makaurau. This feels amazing because as Māori I am connected, I am tied to these places and spaces through whakapapa. This also brings an obligation and duty which links me and my work to Tāmaki Makaurau. “When I create artwork for a place like Silo Park or Karangahape Road my inspiration comes from mana whenua; its history, as well as my weaving and carving knowledge. “Collaboration on these projects works well; I get to work with some wonderfully talented people. My sons Kian and Kalani helped me on the Karangahape Road project, which brings an additional sense of purpose and responsibility to ensure their mana is upheld and shared in our combined knowledge.”

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COFFEE FAMILY SPACE Most disposable Auckland’s newest coffee cups are destination playgrounds. not recyclable TE WAI ŌREA With their waterproof linings, and with milk LAKESIDE PARK ARONIA PARK residue often left behind, WESTERN SPRINGS most paper coffee Sign GOODWOOD HEIGHTS cups cause all sorts of Te Wai Ōrea Lakeside Park problems if they enter has a new ecology-themed Kids love colour and Aronia Park is a new the recycling system. Try playground featuring two rainbow playground in Manurewa’s Goodwood these ideas instead: giant slides, play zones Heights. It’s got all the ingredients of a hit for • Bring your own mug up to doubling as learner cycling kids of all ages: colourful slides, giant swings, a from home or buy a tracks, new equipment, spinner, stepping stones, and a flying fox. Pack reusable cup. seating, and shade sails. a picnic and enjoy your visit. • Reuse a glass jar with “The playground is a place a lid on it, like a sauce or for our tamariki to peanut butter jar. Make a myAUCKLAND experience water, ecology, sleeve out of fabric for it refuge, connection, events if it gets too hot. and history,” says • Even better, take a Waitematā Local Board moment to enjoy a cuppa Chair Richard Northey. at your favourite cafe. For quick, easy & secure access to manage your dog Get funding for your waste-free ideas details, re-registrations, KOPUPAKA PLAYGROUND WESTGATE The Kai Ika Project sees unwanted fish parts turned rates and other Auckland A former strawberry field is now a new into kai. And Mahurangi playground with all sorts of sweet features. Wastebusters transforms Council services. Kopupaka Playground in Westgate has a waste into resources. great line-up of slides, swings, spinners, Now Auckland Council balancing and climbing fixtures, a flying wants more ideas like fox, a sandpit area, water play features, these to help divert waste bike and scooter paths and more. “It’s from landfill, and grants definitely a place that young people in this of up to $50,000 are fast-growing suburb are going to love available. Find out more at growing up with,” says Waitākere aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/ Councillor Shane Henderson. wastefund Sign-up at

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The heart of downtown Auckland, where Chair of the Planning Committee land meets the sea, is on the threshold of Councillor Chris Darby says the downtown a new era. improvements respond to the needs of a As gateway to thousands of commuters fast-growing city centre. to the city centre every day, downtown “Around 7.2 per cent of New Zealand’s Auckland has become a hub of arrival, economy is generated here and nearly departure and connection, designed 40,000 people live here. This is now around new public spaces built for people. the best-connected square mile in Together, Auckland Council, Auckland Aotearoa,” says Darby. Transport, Eke Panuku Development The programme has not only Auckland and City Rail Link Ltd, in strengthened the sea wall, protecting partnership with mana whenua, have the city for the next 100 years from reimagined Auckland’s waterfront. rising sea levels and seismic events, it Artistic, ecological and cultural has also revitalised Quay Street and interpretation is embedded in every Galway Street. A new bus interchange element: the function and beauty of has been positioned in Lower Albert rain gardens to manage stormwater, Street and six new ferry berths have ropes of live mussels (kūtai) to clean the been added to Queens Wharf. harbour and new ferry infrastructure with The city centre is for everyone. pontoons and gangways that rise and fall Around 1.7 million people live in the with the tides. Auckland region. Over the next 30 Auckland Council’s vision to unlock years this number is predicted to grow the waterfront and connect it with the by another 720,000 people to reach city and wider region is outlined in the 2.4 million, many commuting to the City Centre Masterplan. Widely supported city centre by bus, train, ferry, cycle, by Aucklanders and refreshed in 2020, e-scooter and on foot. the plan is coming to life. Whether you’re walking, cycling, or It aims to shape a greener, more vibrant taking the bus, train or ferry, we invite and more dynamic city centre that is you to grab your HOP card and discover uniquely Tāmaki Makaurau; a place some of the exciting new places where people can thrive. in downtown.

1 MARINA VILLAGE 2 1 WESTHAVEN PROMENADE 3 2 SILO PARK EXTENSION 4 3 WYNYARD QUARTER 9 4 5 Downtown AMEY DALDY PARK 6 6 5 7 TE WĀNANGA 8 Everything’s waiting for you 7 TE KOMITITANGA From new public spaces to better transport connections, come and 8 GALWAY STREET enjoy the city’s centre. 9 TE NGAU O HOROTIU IMAGES / TONY NYBERG / TONY IMAGES

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MARJORY LUKE NICHOLAS TOLHURST I have been away from New Zealand for several years and coming back I have seen a big improvement and seeing the land opened up to in Wynyard Quarter over the the public has really transformed past decade: before it was a Auckland into a truly international dreary place, now it is lively and city. I really like seeing Aucklanders attractive. I enjoy looking at the enjoying the spaces, bars, boats by the wharf and walking restaurants and waterfront. That’s over the drawbridge to the what it’s all about. Viaduct. By the ferry terminal, I’m looking forward to seeing a walkway along the waterfront so people can enjoy this part too.

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The jewel in the crown of downtown is TE NGAU O HOROTIU the remarkable Te Wānanga. Seeming to float above the harbour, Our striking new ferry landing, Te Ngau this new public space between Princes o Horotiu, is the biggest upgrade to and Queens Wharves resembles a tidal Auckland’s ferry infrastructure and shelf. Designed for both human and passenger services in over a century. natural ecologies, it forms a living On the underside of the soaring hinge between the land and the sea, canopies is a pattern of triangular motifs, shaped to reflect the organic form of the created by artist Maaka Potini (Ngāti rocky edges and sandstone headlands of Tamaoho). The artwork, Ra Matua, Ra the Waitematā. Kei, illustrates the sails of waka hourua A growing urban forest (ngahere) and (traditional Māori double-hulled sea native planting offer shade, shelter and canoe) and acknowledges the many carbon absorption while openings in migrations to Aotearoa from the Pacific. the deck reveal the movement of the tides below. An impressive piece of engineering, the GALWAY STREET project required a complex latticework of reinforced steel and piles supporting Located in the lower reaches of the concrete platform, and steel downtown Auckland, Galway Street has planters weighing up to 22 tonnes. Barry been transformed into a stunning new Potter, Auckland Council's Director shared space. The charming urban of Infrastructure and Environmental street is now lined with lush planters. Services, who led the team working It provides a pedestrian link for alongside mana whenua to develop residents and visitors to walk through Te Wānanga / Quay Street the space, says this is a place where to the new downtown city square Te Galway Street Aucklanders can now see, hear and feel Komititanga, to Commercial Bay and the the city’s relationship with the sea. Waitematā waterfront.

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construction achievement. “The result is VISIT this stunning historic space, restored to its former glory, that people really enjoy CHIEF POST OFFICE using as they catch their trains.”

The restored 109-year-old Chief Post WYNYARD QUARTER Office (seen opposite) is now the main entrance to Britomart Transport Centre. August will mark 10 years since Auckland It features a beautiful stained-glass Council’s development wing Eke Panuku dome, while the original foundations began regenerating this industrial are shown encased in glass, telling the land into the city’s liveliest waterfront building’s extensive story. In a complex neighbourhood. “We are developing new feat of engineering, the building’s weight spaces to attract both established and was transferred to new foundations, new events, and we’re looking forward to protecting the Category A-listed heritage planning more public spaces where the building for the future. Barry Potter tank farm used to be,” says Eke Panuku’s says it was a major engineering and Fiona Knox.

Wynyard Quarter DOROTHY IOSIA Ten years ago I don’t recall going anywhere near here but slowly it’s SARAH PACEY beginning to form a really awesome The area along Quay Street space that flows from one area to the and Britomart really welcomes next, so I look forward to the next all into the CBD. It’s open and steps. I think it’s retained the right expansive and has retained amount of personality and I love the some beautiful historical thoughtful design that should give architecture, which has now Aucklanders a sense of pride but also become more obvious. When we shows creativity, diversity and fun. first moved to Auckland there was nothing but warehouses and the seafood markets. Now it’s bustling with eateries, bars and Te Komititanga / Chief Post Office world-class walkways.

TE KOMITITANGA whenua artist Tessa Harris (Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki, see page 9) and her team of This magnificent city square is a place weavers to depict a whāriki (welcome for music events, arts, vibrant light mat) made from harakeke (flax). shows, large projections, festivals and The paving also marks the original civic events. Its name reflects the mixing shoreline and symbolises the journey of people, converging from multiple of Wai Horotiu Stream to the sea. The transport points, and the place where square provides a bridge between the waters of the Waitematā and Wai old and new – the majestic Chief Post Horotiu Stream merge. The square Office building stands on one side, features 37,000 individual pieces of and the contemporary architecture of basalt pavers laid in a pattern by mana Commercial Bay is on the other.

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Silo Park Extension LAUREN CLARK Silo Park, with the playground, is great for kids and on a sunny day it’s nice to bike along Wynyard Quarter, have a SILO PARK EXTENSION play and a bite to eat or Silo Park (right) is one of Auckland’s drink. There have been a favourite destinations. The Silo 6-pack lot of developments and Silo 7 are iconic parts of our for the better in the waterfront used for outdoor events, Wynyard Quarter area outdoor cinema and art and exhibition and developing areas such spaces. Come and see the award-winning as Britomart have pavilion designed by Ngāi Tai ki Tāmaki been awesome. artist Tessa Harris, called Te Nukuao (shelter), which reinforces the connection between the land, sea and seagoing voyages.

AMEY DALDY PARK

A communal backyard for those who live and work in Wynyard Quarter, our newest pocket park offers a little green oasis along Daldy Street with trees, shade and places to play. Named for celebrated human rights and women’s rights campaigner Amey Daldy, the park incorporates a specially designed wastewater pump station that reflects the nearby silos, with its curved walls also cleverly housing public restrooms.

Westhaven Promenade

TANIA PRISCOTT I like Wynyard Quarter and Silo promenade is more than a picturesque Park. I have been there for many coastal path. “This is the last piece social occasions. It definitely feels RIDE of the puzzle connecting this part like the space has really come alive WESTHAVEN PROMENADE of the city centre with adjoining as it’s being utilised for more and neighbourhoods, offering a continuous more events over the years. I like This 2km promenade from west space where people can exercise, downtown’s switch of scene from of to commute and get close to the water,” the city: it feels like less of the Wynyard Quarter, brought to the city says Knox. “It has also opened up hustle and bustle of the CBD. centre by Eke Panuku, is a safe, flat unprecedented access to Westhaven, bike ride, and suitable for families. the Southern Hemisphere’s largest Eke Panuku's Fiona Knox says the recreational marina.”

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PLEASE FOLLOW GOVERNMENT ADVICE ON COVID-19 ALERT LEVEL CHANGES VISIT AND VISIT FOR UP-TO-DATE EVENT INFORMATION. OURAUCKLAND.NZ/EVENTS OURAUCKLAND.NZ/ EVENTS From disco to delicious, and FOR DETAILS ABOUT high-end ticketed experiences to THESE EVENTS free events, Elemental AKL & MORE Festival (14 Jul – 1 Aug) is a collection of events celebrating culture, cuisine and creativity. Help rangers and other volunteers to plant Here are some of the highlights: trees this winter at Shakespear Regional How to Train Your Park Planting Day (Sun 18 & 25 Jul), Dragon – In Concert East Auckland Art Trail (14 Jul from our region and celebrates Mutukaroa Regional Park Planting Day (Sat (Fri 6 & Sat 7 Aug) is Show off your moves, learn to – 1 Aug) has a variety of free those who grow, nurture and 24 Jul), Tāwharanui Regional Park Planting a thrilling experience skate or take an exhilarating ride art exhibitions, workshops, create what appears on Day (Sun 1 Aug) and Waitawa Regional Park for all ages at Aotea Based on the smash-hit film,The on the ice slide in the heart of the demonstrations and more at the menu. Planting Day (Sat 17 Jul, Sun 1 Aug & Centre in the city Wedding Singer (26 Aug – 19 city centre at Aotea Square Ice venues from Pakuranga Sun 8 Aug). centre. See the Sep) is a hilarious musical Rink & Slide (until 1 Aug). to Clevedon. Featuring 12 of Auckland’s finest acclaimed film comedy that celebrates all the dancers, Ballet Noir (Fri 23 & Sat The free Auckland Zinefest Market (Sat accompanied live fun of the ’80s at The Civic in the 24 Jul) is an exquisite blend of Sea Monsters (7 Jul – 25 Takurua – Battle of the 31 Jul & Sun 1 Aug) is on at Auckland Art by centre. (Fri 16, Sat 17, Fri 23 & dance, music, filmic imagery and Oct) is an exhibition that will Brothers Gallery Toi o Tāmaki in the city centre with Philharmonia Sat 24 Jul) is a unique cultural fantasy at Bruce Mason Centre in delight all ages with displays works from zine makers and artists from Orchestra. Auckland Council Libraries experience synthesising Takapuna. of prehistoric ocean around New Zealand. and Genealogical Computing predators, real fossils from hospitality, theatre and dance at See future-tech- Group present the free millions of years ago and Aotea Centre in the city centre. Elemental Nights (16-30 Jul) is themed films at Auckland Family History an elite concert series with an MOTAT’s Movie gigantic replicas at Restaurant Month (1-31 Aug) returns Expo (Sat 14 & Sun 15 Aug), Interesting Places: The impressive line-up of local and Night Series: Auckland War Memorial to the city centre with more than 100 offering seminars, tutorials, Subterranean Sessions (Sat 17 & international artists in the city Visions of the Museum in Parnell. restaurants on board, special menus at expert sessions and more at Sun 18 Jul) is a series of intimate centre, Avondale and Titirangi. Future (Fri 6, 13, 20 & $25, $40 and $55+, and unique dining Fickling Convention Centre performances in the historic 27 Aug). Each ticket events to tempt your tastebuds. in Three Kings. tunnels of Fortress Stony Batter Takapuna Winter Lights (Fri includes a movie on . 30 & Sat 31 Jul) is a free, screening, popcorn all-ages extravaganza with art and candy floss. An Auckland Food Story (Tue installations, illuminations 20 & 27 Jul) at Ahi restaurant in and entertainment at Auckland Theatre the city centre showcases food Hurstmere Green. Company presents the world premiere of Things That Matter (17-29 Aug) Based on the Be a part of the next at ASB Waterfront DreamWorks chapter of trans- Theatre in Wynyard animated motion Tasman rivalry at Quarter. This play picture, Madagascar Eden Park with the was adapted from With a focus on fashion that can the Musical (8-18 All Blacks v the memoir of Dr be reused, repurposed and Jul) is a fun-filled Australia (Sat 7 David Galler, who recycled, New Zealand Fashion family musical with To keep the kids entertained over Aug), the opening worked for more Week (23-29 Aug) returns to outlandish characters the Winter School Holidays Bledisloe Cup match than 30 years on celebrate its 20th anniversary and an upbeat score (10-25 Jul), visit ourauckland.nz/ presented by the frontlines of with a packed schedule of events at Aotea Centre in the schoolholidays for lots of fun, Steinlager. New Zealand’s at Auckland Town Hall and Aotea local and affordable activities city centre. health system. Square in the city centre. across the region.

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