You are subscribed as | Unsubscribe | View online version | Forward to a friend | Subscribe DISCOVER WHAT'S NEW WHAT'S ON Spring is in the air and Dunedin is bursting with colour and life. The wildlife viewing is exceptional at this time of year, as albatross, sea lions and penguins converge on the coastal areas around the city to rear their young. School holidays are here again, so if you’re looking for ideas to keep the kids entertained, we’ve got you covered with plenty of great activities and specials for the whole family. Read on to get the lowdown on all there is to see, do and eat in Dunedin this spring. DISCOVER Kids insiders Dunedin is a great spot to explore with the family these school holidays, with an exciting mix of attractions to keep the kids entertained for days on end. But don’t take our word for it, we brought in the local experts to share their top tips on the best things to do and see in the city. See the city from a kids-eye-view and plan your holiday excursions with Kids Insiders. Looking for more ideas and school holiday specials to make the budget stretch further? See all school holiday specials. Full bloom An oasis of tranquillity on the Otago Peninsula, Hereweka Garden Retreat is both an eco-lodge and a garden of regional significance that not even many locals know about. Stop by and wander the lush native forest and beautifully planted ‘Gondwana Garden’ in this secret Shangri-la. Read all about it in our latest Insiders Dunedin feature. Read on for more spring garden destinations. Caffeine-lovers guide to Dunedin If you’re looking for a new favourite coffee haunt or simply want an excuse to café hop around Dunedin on your next visit, Urban List has done the hard yards and put together a new guide of some of the best coffee to be had in the city. You’ll pretty much find excellent coffee everywhere, but these are some of the standout favourites. Find your coffee fix WHAT'S NEW Kind Company Stunning plant-based food and botanical cocktails with a kick - what a combo. The awesome team from the Kind Grocer have opened a bright new, airy café featuring a menu of delicious and indulgent vegan and vegetarian dishes that are all real crowd- pleasers. By night the space transforms into a bar, serving botanical cocktails that are as beautiful to look at as they are to drink. Find out more Patti's and Cream – Scoop Shop The very excellent Patti’s and Cream food truck folks have made a permanent home for their cult-status hand-made ice cream in the thriving suburb of Mornington. Swing by for a mega-scoop of their regular and seasonal flavours, including tasty temptations such as beer and nuts, pear and blue cheese and London fog. The chilled-out food truck is also still appearing at its usual spots around the city to serve ice-cream and delicious burgers. Find your flavour Food Truck Market A new monthly food truck market is coming to central Dunedin, just in time for the warmer months. The market kicks off on 17 October between 3-7pm in the picturesque grounds of First Church with around eight food trucks as well as music and other entertainment adding to vibe. Additional markets will be held on 14 November and 12 December as part of an initial trial. Bring your picnic rug, reusable cups and an appetite. Find out more Jooni’s Crepes Hot off the pancake press, Jooni’s Crepes will open on George Street this Saturday 26 September, serving up decadent stuffed crepes in handy paper cones. Chow down on oreo explosion, caramel crunch, Jooni’s special and more. We anticipate a stampede. Find out more WHAT'S ON Benee 3 October Auckland indie-pop phenomenon and rising global superstar BENEE will thrill her fans at this concert in the Dunedin Town Hall, site of past concerts by Lorde. BENEE, singer of Supalonely, Tough Guy and Soaked recently performed on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and has been on a meteoric rise to stardom. Get tickets Dinosaur rEvolution Opens 26 September Get up close to giant animatronic dinosaurs, skulls, skeletons and fossil casts at this exciting new international exhibition at the Otago Museum. Opening in the second week of the spring school holidays, there will be a whole host of extra activities in and around the museum for families to engage with, including communal art projects, planetarium shows, a dino disco and fossil finding. Opening Saturday 26 September Find out more The Tasting Room – OUSA 7 October, 6pm-9pm In the lead up to the legendary Dunedin Craft Beer and Food Festival, why not get a head-start and try out seven different beers from the east coast matched with tasting plates from Vault 21. Think Arc Brewery Co., Noisy Brewing Co., Emerson’s Brewery, New New New Corporation, Craftwork Brewery, Scotts Brewing Co and Catlins Brewery all in one night. For tickets and details Get tickets Film action 11-12 October October welcomes two simultaneous film festivals that focus on all things energetic and inspiring. First up is the Trails in Motion Film Tour on Sunday 11 October, which presents a collection of trail and ultramarathon films from across the globe, including Dunedin- based ultra-runner Anna ‘Frosty’ Frost. For cycling enthusiasts, Monday 12 October has your name all over it as the Big Bike Film Night hits the screen at the Rialto, showcasing everything a cycle-centric audience could ask for. Visit Business Study Live & Work Accommodation Business Support Get Started Living Here Economic Development See and Do Student Life Dunedin City Council Strategy What's Pathways to Jobs and career Enterprise Dunedin Happening? 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