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This month, celebrate Auckland's diverse culture. Tamaki Makau rau, the maiden with one-hundred suitors, is the Maori name for Auckland meaning, place desired by many, fought over for its beauty and terrain. Auckland has a range of cultural activities and attractions to delight New Zealanders and visitors alike. |
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WHAT'S NEW
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 Auckland inspired garden wins silver at Chelsea! The 100% Pure New Zealand Garden by Tourism New Zealand, partnered by Tourism Auckland, recently won a silver-gilt flora award at Chelsea Flower Show.
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 Tourism Auckland’s new online booking service Check out ZUJI, our new online booking service. You can make bookings and receive instant confirmation for a wide range of travel requirements in Auckland, New Zealand and worldwide. More information >>
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THINGS TO SEE AND DO |
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 Hei Konei Mai: We'll Meet Again An intriguing exhibition at the Auckland Art Gallery, Hei Konei Mai has a collection of impressive historic, modern and contemporary cultural art work that reflects New Zealand.
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 Potiki Adventures Experience Auckland's natural and cultural heritage while learning about both traditional and contemporary Maori culture with Potiki Adventures.
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 Maori Cultural Performance, Manaia Manaia at the Auckland War Memorial Museum is an interactive and engaging taste of Maori culture performed by Ngati Whatua O Orakei, the home tribe of Auckland.
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 Contemporary Maori Art Galleries Auckland is home to several contemporary Maori-inspired art galleries, perfect for that unique New Zealand gift or souvenir.
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 Otara Markets For a uniquely Pacific experience visit the Otara Markets. Encounter ethnic diversity with food, clothing, jewellery, arts, crafts, fresh produce, live entertainment and more.
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 Maori Pa on Maungakiekie (One tree Hill) Stroll around one of Auckland's most scenic and iconic attractions. Discover the remnants of a pre-European Maori fortification (pa) that once existed on One tree Hill.
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SUGGESTED OVERNIGHT ESCAPE |
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 Rangiwai Lodge Bed and Breakfast Stay at the 'Pacifica' themed Rangiwai Lodge, located only a short stroll to Titirangi Village with all its cafes, art galleries and restaurants.
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WHAT'S ON |
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 Auckland Festival of Photography 2-24 June 06, various venues, Auckland City
Experience Auckland's culture in this festival showcasing artistic excellence in photography, in a range of free public events.
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 Best of British Festival 10 June - 2 July 06, Bruce Mason Centre, Takapuna
Celebrate all things British with entertainment direct from the UK from comedy to theatre, concerts and a British marketplace.
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 Matariki Mid June - late July 06, various venues, Auckland
Celebrate the traditional Maori New Year, and take part in the extensive range of activities in Auckland.
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 All Blacks v Ireland - rugby test 17 June 06, Eden Park, Kingsland
See the All Blacks take on Ireland in this anticipated test match.
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 Break! 4-5 July 06, TelstraClear Pacific, Manukau
See New York's hottest break dancing crew including many who have performed with Madonna, Janet Jackson and 50 Cent!
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