‘A Labour of Love’: Local Venues Are Vital to the Future of New Zealand Music
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We meet some of the hard-working people involved in Strange Universe, Auckland's new independent music series
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‘Auckland Deserves Cool Stuff’: Inside Strange Universe, the Festival Turning the City Into an Indie Playground
Posted in: Music FeaturesBanished Music’s Reuben Bonner talks about Strange Universe’s origins, its current run, and their ambitious winter lineup
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Stereolab, Cass McCombs and More Announced for Strange Universe Winter 2026
Posted in: Music NewsIts Autumn edition is still happening as we speak, but Strange Universe has already confirmed a follow-up Winter edition
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Auckland Independent Music Venues to Receive Upgrades as Part of New Initiative
Posted in: Music NewsThe Spark Arena Community Events Fund (SACEF) is providing more than $100,000 in initial resource support to independent venues in the city
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We’re Giving Away 4 Copies of Auckland FC’s Special Vinyl
Posted in: Culture NewsAuckland FC's 'Record Season' vinyl captures eight of the most defining moments from the club's inaugural A-League season
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The Local Edit: Your Guide to Auckland’s Cultural Heart
Posted in: Culture FeaturesFrom Dua Lipa’s favourite underground vinyl bar to rich Māori culture, this is the only Auckland guide you’ll need
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Lorde Stages Secret Pop-Up Show in Auckland Bathroom for Hometown Fans
Posted in: Music NewsThe “L4 era” continues with an intimate, bathroom-floor performance in Tāmaki Makaurau—just hours after a cryptic WhatsApp invitation
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Auckland Is the Ideal City Mini Break in 2023
Posted in: LifestyleAuckland is a city on the rise
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My Perfect Stay in Auckland
Posted in: LifestyleWhy Auckland is one of the best cities for a staycation
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Auckland’s Music Community Can Apply For Emergency Flood Relief Fund
Posted in: Music NewsMusicHelps has set up the Emergency Flood Relief Fund, and applications are now open for grants of $500
