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Going Out » Entertainment
Cabaret & Strip Shows
New Zealand is not really a cabaret kind of place, and the burlesque scene tends more to seedier strip clubs. In Auckland it’s centred on Fort Street and Customs Street, and in Wellington... read more
Cinemas
Cinema is very popular in Auckland, and most large shopping malls have modern multiplexes attached. As with most towns and cities in New Zealand, tickets cost around $15, but significant... read more
Comedy
New Zealanders have perfected a dry and laconic sense of humour, and the best place for some local laughs is the Classic Comedy Club (www.comedy.co.nz) in Queen Street, Auckland. The... read more
Concerts & Live Music
Auckland is on the map for major international acts, and new venues such as the Vector Arena make it easier for legends like U2 and Bob Dylan to pop across the Tasman after concerts in... read more
Theatre
Alas New Zealand’s actors are usually not regarded with the same respect as rugby’s mighty All Blacks. New Zealand’s theatre scene is relatively small and largely based in Auckland and... read more
Latest Reviews
The French Cafe
Since making its debut in 1985, The French Cafe has continuously been rated one of Auckland’s top...  read more
Waipara Springs Wine Bar & Cafe
Another pick of the North Canterbury winery bunch is the excellent Waipara Springs; a boutique vineyard...  read more
JDV
This spot is a favourite after-work meeting place for Merivale locals, offering consistently good food and...  read more
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