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Commuters on the North Shore are in for a week-long free feeder bus and ferry service. The Auckland Regional Transport Authority and the North Shore City Council are launching a four-week "try me" campaign next Monday to promote ferry use on the Shore....

Simply join up as a fan of the BIG little city on facebook, and once we have reached 2,000 fans (or the 1st of November 2009, whichever comes first) you'll be in the prize draw for a BIG city experience including one night's accommodation at one of our...

Greg McKeown There's a golden opportunity on our waterfront but it's not building a gigantic container port. Ports of Auckland Ltd (POAL) managing director Jens Madsen is to be thanked for his recent Herald article because it will heighten the debate...

Make the Most of Now and visit Vodafone's flagship store, located at 171 Queen St. The fresh, modern interior provides a prefect backdrop to showcase Vodafone's total telecommunications offer. Vodafone Retail takes pride in providing a premier...

Heart of the City has been nominated as a finalist in this year's Northern Regional Sustainable Business Network (SBN) Awards. Heart of the City are hugely honoured to be nominated for our efforts towards to sustainability in the not for profit category...

Auckland City Council, Auckland Regional Council and the government are giving you the opportunity to submit your designs or ideas for ‘party central' Queen's Wharf. As the epicentre of the 2011 Rugby World Cup the design of Queen's Wharf is critical....

The upgrade of six key streets in the Fort Street area is set to transform it into a lively, people focused destination that reflects its rich cultural and geographic history. The design proposes areas of shared space, interesting design features, new...

Last year, in response to growing public concern about the harms associated with the misuse of alcohol, the Law Commission was asked to review the law governing the sale and supply of alcohol. This request was subsequently reaffirmed by the incoming...

Auckland City council is now providing a patrol in the inner CBD 6-7am weekdays. The purpose of the patrol is to ensure that inner city doorways, bus stops and public areas are tidy and unobstructed before the work day is underway. Council does not have...

The Westin Auckland has been voted 'Best New Zealand Hotel' in the 2009 HM Awards. The nominations which were put forward by industry peers, where collated and then judged by panel made up of 50 travel writers, industry experts and key clients. “To be...

Lullaby Baby, a specialist baby store, has just opened in Westfield Downtown. Stocking a huge range of baby products including Dimples by Jane Anne, New Zealand made organic cotton and Merino Wool clothing, PhilandTed's buggies and accessories and much...

Entries into the 'Opening the Red Gates', Queen's Wharf design competition are on display now. Entries into the ‘Opening the Red Gates', Queen's Wharf design competition are on display till mid October at the Union Fish Co building at 116 Quay Street,...

Last week on Wednesday 10th September, Auckland celebrated exactly two years to go until the opening match of the Rugby World Cup 2011. Auckland is on track to deliver a spectacular RWC 2011 experience, some of the various upgrades around the city...

Cross Street, Upper Queen Street, Queen Street, Customs Street and Britomart place will be closed between 12pm and 2pm on Wednesday 23rd September for the Erotica Expo Parade. The parade will consist of 2 tanks, 1 lead vehicle, 4 horses, 30 motorcycles...

New Zealand's most loved Santa will indeed be returning to his favourite perch for the festive season after New Zealanders overwhelmingly voted for him to return. Now in his 50th year, Santa is set to be installed in his annual spot on the corner of...

A new business guide has been launched in the two-year lead up to the event. With the Auckland region anticipating an additional $267 million in direct benefits during the RWC, this is a fantastic opportunity to get your business involved in event...

St Patrick's Square opening celebrations 17 October 2009, noon until 3pm St Patrick's Square will be officially reopened by His Worship the Mayor, Hon John Banks on Saturday, 17 October to celebrate it's transformation into the city's new urban oasis....

Aucklanders will get an opportunity to celebrate an Auckland icon as Grafton Bridge officially reopens with a special civic ceremony on Sunday, 4 October (11am-4pm) The event will be followed by an open day, as part of the Auckland Heritage Festival with...

Come and celebrate the most vibrant Indian festival – Diwali on the 10th and 11th October. Diwali, also known as Deepavali (row of lamps), is an annual free event which regularly attracts thousands of visitors to the central city with its high energy,...

The BIG little city has kicked off a second burst of advertising with a 24 page supplement in the NZ Herald on September 26 followed by TV and web advertising from Sunday October 4th until early December. Check out www.biglittlecity.co.nz for the latest...

Biglittlecity.mobi is a version of biglittlecity.co.nz designed especially for mobile phone users. It's a directory for people on the go, featuring events, dining, shopping, nightlife and attractions in downtown Auckland. With pictures, addresses, phone...

There have been various access changes around Aotea Square and the Civic car park that will impact on people who work or visit buildings surrounding the Square. Bledisloe walkwayThe Bledisloe walkway to the Aotea Square has been blocked off with...

Night Lights with Telecom is an interactive light spectacular on a scale never before seen in New Zealand. Auckland's Ferry Building is being transformed into an interactive playground of light where you get to help create the show. It's free to attend...

Heart of the City has a double pass to the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra Preview Season to give away. To enter email info@hotcity.co.nz with APO Preview Season as the subject, your full name, contact phone number and answer to the following...

The 2009/2010 Heart of the City board has been elected and it is with great excitement that we announce two new members, Vicki Johnson and Callum Mallett. Congratulations to all the successful candidates, we look forward to working with you in the 2009/...

Auckland Museum's iconic building is turning 80, and we'd love you to help them celebrate. They are calling on all New Zealanders to send through their images and memories of the building as part of a celebration that will culminate in the unveiling of...

A winning design for Queens Wharf is now only a month away as the design competition nears its completion. Late last month saw the announcement of five individual designs and three team entries, which has created the competition's eight finalists. The...

The section of High Street, from number 54 High Street to Victoria St, will be closed overnight on Sunday November 1, from 5pm to make an urgent repair to a damaged electricity cable. This repair must occur to avoid a power outage and will...

Art aficionados, get ready – Auckland Art Gallery is giving Aucklanders the exclusive chance to view five art works from master painters like Dali and Picasso for free, for the first time ever, and for one week only. In May this year, Julian and Josie...

Aotea Square was officially opened on 1 November 1979 by Sir Dove-Myer Robinson and has since been the venue for various open-air concerts, political rallies and other gatherings. The square is currently undergoing a major facelift with repairs to the...

Whether you live in the CBD, commute to the city for work, or visit for shopping or entertainment, you will notice some of the great upgrades taking place. Since 2004, eight streets and open spaces have received a new lease of life as part of the 10-year...

Travellers to Auckland will be excited to hear the announcement that The Quadrant is now offering FREE Wi-Fi internet connection throughout the hotel. This is the first time in New Zealand a hotel has offered FREE Wi-Fi internet to their guests. From...

TUESDAY 17 NOVEMBER 2009 8.00am - 7.00pm, University of Auckland Business School. Time is running out to register for New Zealand's most prestigious women's networking event. Thinking Globally is New Zealand Global Women's first public forum for women...

The BIG little city and Heart of the City has an exclusive double pass to The Blue Water Black Magic exhibition at the Voyager New Zealand Maritime Museum on the 27th November - two weeks before the exhibition opens to the public. To enter email info@...

Buoyed by rousing endorsement from the public of Auckland, a refreshed and revitalised Farmers Santa has made his much anticipated return to his perch on the Whitcoulls corner in the CBD. The city's iconic and much loved Father Christmas has been under...

Auckland Regional Council (ARC) is appealing to Aucklanders to have their say on how $47 billion is to be spent on transport across the region over the next 30 years. The ARC's regional transport committee recently launched its draft strategy on the...