A new species of pygmy pipehorse, a fish closely related to the seahorse, has been named by kaumātua (senior leaders) of Ngātiwai in a collaboration with biodiversity scientists from Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland Museum and the California Academy of Sciences. This is the first time that an indigenous group has been formally listed as the naming authority of a new species of animal.
Plan a family day out in Auckland during the holiday season. Here is our pick of the best fun Christmas-themed activities, decorations, lights and things to do for kids (and the adults too)!
Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau moved to Traffic Light Red on Friday 3 December. Find out what is open at RED for you and the kids to visit, see and do in Auckland, New Zealand.
Black Friday is on the last Friday in November. This year Black Friday is on 26 November and Cyber Monday is on 29 November. Sales
All schools can return to onsite learning in Auckland. Years 9 and 10 can return to school from November 17 and Years 1 to 8 can return part-time from the same date.
Auckland Tāmaki Makaurau will move to Step 2 of Alert Level 3 on Tuesday 9 November at 11:59pm. Find out what Family Attractions and Activities, Zoos, Museums, Libraries and Shops will be re-opening to visit with the kids.
Guy Fawkes Day is on the 5th of November each year in New Zealand. Find out why New Zealand celebrates Guy Fawkes and who, where, and when you can buy and light fireworks in Auckland.
When you don’t feel like cooking and whether you want simple fish and chips, ramen or something more sophisticated for dinner or just some tasty
Make the most of the epic savings this Labour Weekend in New Zesaland.
