Alan Hollinghurst’s The Swimming Pool Library and The Line of Beauty helped propel LGBTQ+ narratives into the literary mainstream. Ngāhuia te Awekōtuku’s early short stories about a Māori girl discovering her sexuality in Tahuri broke new ground as a trailblazer for Māori rights. Torrey Peters’ 2021 Detransition, Baby was met with critical success for its tender exploration of gender, parenthood, love and trans life.
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Arrive early and explore the Aotea Arts Quarter. The Civic, Auckland Town Hall, Q Theatre and plenty of dining options are all within a short walk.
Getting there
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Aotea Centre is in Aotea Square on Queen Street, in the heart of the city centre. Te Waihorotiu Station is nearby, with frequent bus services along Queen Street and surrounding streets. If driving, The Civic Car Park is the closest option. For more transport information, check out our Getting Around page.
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