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Scoop
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Get Extra Close To The Stars This Matariki At The Sky Tower – Kids Are Free!
The Sky Tower will open in the pre-dawn morning over Matariki weekend to give customers a chance to see the Matariki cluster rising. From the Main Observation Deck, visitors will be pointed to the east where the Matariki constellation will rise over the horizon and all kids aged 14* and under will get in free all long weekend. 'A lot of us are keen to learn more about Matariki and we wanted to play our part by bringing the experience to the Sky Tower, where you can't get any closer to the stars in Tamaki Makaurau!" says SkyCity's Chief Operating Officer Callum Mallett. 'We have a few fun activities planned for tamariki and whānau throughout the day including helpful information on where to locate the stars, and much more.' The Sky Tower will also host a stunning laser light show by renowned Māori artists, Graham Tipene and duo Lissy & Rudi, projected onto the side of the tower, symbolising the community's dreams and aspirations rising to the stars. The laser display will feature flowing animated light that ascends up the tower, evoking the movement of wishes reaching the heavens, just as the star Hiwa-i-te-rangi is said to carry our hopes and desires to the sky. The tower will be bathed in pink lighting and adorned with feathers and koru projections, representing the themes of healing and connection central to Matariki.
NZ Herald
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NZ Herald
My Secret Auckland: Christy Tennent, chair of Karangahape Business Association, shares her favourite spots in the city
Bestie in St Kevins Arcade is my go-to, and Coffee Pen in Eden Terrace is close to home and an absolute delight. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Bestie Cafe (@bestie_cafe) Favourite restaurant for dinner with friends? Anywhere on K Rd! You really can't go wrong, we're lucky enough to have a multitude of global cuisines all on one street. From Italy to Malaysia to Lebanon to Spain, who knew travelling could be so easy! Open Late for a drink in the sunny courtyard, and then on to… View this post on Instagram A post shared by Open Late (@weareopenlate_) Favourite spot to finish a night out? …Achos for a beer, A Space for a cocktail, Tappo for a wine, then to Goblin for great music and vibes to round off the night. Favourite place to get coffee? Obviously, most days start with a cup of joe at Open Coffee, catching up with all our regulars and the local K Rd community. On days off, I love seeing all the other fabulous owner-operators at their spots around the city - so spoilt for choice! Favourite beach? As I'm a real city gal, my favourite beach is the new swimming hole in Wynyard Quarter (aka cheeseburger). The council have done a great job at creating an inner city swimming pool for all to enjoy. Favourite fast-food joint? Has to be the regal White Lady on K Rd - Scott and Zia make the best burgers and shakes! They're open very late and their Hawaiian cheeseburger slaps! Favourite trail for a hike? Advertisement Advertise with NZME. I'm not much of a hiker, but I do love hiking through the city. One fav is strolling K Rd, heading through St Kevins Arcade and down into Myers Park. Graham Tipene's wonderful artwork under the bridge at the bottom of the park speaks to Waihorotiu, the river/awa that still flows under the park and down under Queen St. Once you pass through this artwork you'll arrive at the Basement Theatre - perfect for a drink and a show! Favourite venue for a gig? Most music I see at the brilliant new addition to K Rd, Double Whammy, downstairs in St Kevin's Arcade. Neck of the Woods also has amazing gigs and dancing. The Powerstation always delivers, and the Hollywood in Avondale is magic too. Favourite place to find a bargain?
