Colm Tóibín returned to the world of bestseller Brooklyn – 15 years after its publication, with Long Island. Becky Manawatu’s (Ngāi Tahu) Kataraina is the follow-up to her award-sweeping Auē. David Nicholls was immersed back in his huge 2009 hit novel One Day on its major Netflix adaptation. What was the pull for these writers to revisit these books? And what discoveries did they make about their work, characters – and themselves – in returning?
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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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