Events

This hive of Sunday morning activity sees locals buzzing around stalls laden with fruit and vegetables, bibs and bobs, plants and flowers and prepared foods.  Make a day of it – dining at a nearby café and heading down to the beach or along the 2 hour Takapuna to Milford Heritage Walk which passes through a fossilized forrest.

European-style market selling farmer’s marked food products including bread, cheese, homemade scones, tortes, pasta, bagels, eggs and the best fresh coffee in Auckland plus quality art and craft products at affordable prices.  If you want something unique and beautiful for you, your children or you home come down to the market for a browse and enjoy the atmosphere.

Browse and taste the interesting and delicious items, from fresh vegetables to chocolates and even natural health products at the Albany Farmer’s Market. 

This is an authentic country market.  Stalls include Kaipara fresh produce, vintage clothing, second hand tools, classic music on vinyl, home baked bread, natural remedies, native and exotic plants, pet supplies and handcrafts.  Plus there are pony rides for the kids.

Auckland has some wonderful walks to explore, from volcano treks and sculpture trails through to tranquil bushwalks in the surrounding ranges.

Auckland Central:

Waterfront Sculpture Walk:  This short trail takes in seven sculptures including Auckland's iconic Maori Warrior and Eric Orr's Fire Window at Viaduct Harbour. For details contact Auckland City Council, phone 379 2020.

Sculpture Walk, Auckland Domain: This short self-guided walking tour takes in eight sculptures by leading New Zealand artists. A brochure is available from the Auckland Museum foyer.

Rangitoto Island:  The walk to the summit of this bush-clad island volcano leads through Pohutukawa forest to breathtaking views of the Hauraki Gulf.  Ferries depart from Pier 2 on Quay Street. Contact Fullers Cruises, phone 367 9111.

Maungakiekie (One Tree Hill) Summit: This ancient Maori pa (fortified village) site in Cornwall Park offers dramatic 360 degree views of the city.  Guided walks take place over summer, phone 630 8485 or email huialodge@xtra.co.nz.

Auckland North:

North Head Historic Walk:  You can walk to this old volcanic headland and former World War II military station from Devonport.  A self guided trail leads past tunnels, guns and defences.  The views of the harbour and city from here are stunning.

Auckland West:

Muriwai Gannet Colony (Takapu Refuge): A short scenic boardwalk from the parking area at Muriwai Beach offers superb views of the birds (August to March) and the rugged coast.

Kitekite Track (1.8km): This walk starts from Glen Esk Road carpark at Piha and leads to a beautiful three-tiered waterfall.

Sport & Leisure

This summer the festival is located at one of Auckland City’s newest sites, the newly revamped Silo Park, Wynyard Quarter, Beaumont Street. The recently developed Auckland Waterfront with spectacular views to the Harbour Bridge and the towering restored silos will provide the backdrop for 2012’s coolest indie line-up.

Over the last three years, the Laneway Festival NZ has hosted many brilliant musical acts including Echo and the Bunnymen, Daniel Johnston, The 3Ds, Foals, Yeasayer, The Dirty Three, Deerhunter, Beach House, Blonde Redhead & Childrens Hour. Other unknown acts that have gone on to have major international success shortly after the festival is announced: Florence + The Machine, The XX, Cut Off Your Hands, Ariel Pink & Warpaint.

Once again these ground-breaking, genre-bending musicians – some of which will be your recent discoveries and others soon-to-be your new favourites, will play this one day festival. And one thing unites them all: they are spine-tinglingly amazing live.

So here it is:

• Feist
• The Horrors
• Gotye
• Laura Marling
• Pajama Club
• SBTRKT (Live)
• Shayne P Carter
• Washed Out
• Twin Shadow
• Anna Calvi
• M83
• Cults
• Girls
• EMA
• Yuck
• Toro Y Moi
• Wu Lyf
• Glasser
• Opossom
• the Pains of Being Pure At Heart
• Austra Transistors

Tickets on sale now.

For all the latest news and ticket information go to

www.lanewayfestival.co.nz

Toddler time to play with big toys, be active outdoors, and make new friends. Bring a coffee and join us in our beautiful parks. Cancelled if raining. Parental supervision required.

During three weekends in January and February 2012 the Beachtour presented by ZM will take place at Auckland's best beaches. Enjoy playing Beach Rugby, Beach Soccer, Beach Netball or Beach Volleyball on a social level, as well as various other beach activities. The event partners will be present at the beach with the ZM Thunders, Stand Up Paddleboards and Weta's Trimaran demonstrations. In addition, there will be entertainment for the kids, a lounge area, prizes and your favourite ZM music.

Every Tuesday evening until the 20th March inclusive. A good and fun way of exercising by running, swimming or paddling. For all ages. Check our website for details.