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Be in to win $9,000 in prizes for your Christmas windows Following on from the fabulously festive displays of last year and positive feedback from participating retailers, we’re inviting businesses to take part in our second Christmas window ...

One of the ways we are working to support city centre businesses through the impacts of COVID-19 is to keep them – and the city centre – at the top of peoples’ minds.  Some businesses are not able to trade as normal currently, so keeping...

As part of a wider transformation of Wynyard Quarter in partnership with council controlled organisation Panuku and alongside the development of a residential neighbourhood in the area, Precinct Properties are creating a commercial innovation...

Work on Auckland City Mission's groundbreaking community facility on the site of their longstanding Hobson Street premises is nearing completion.  The new Mission redevelopment, HomeGround, designed by Stephens Lawson Architects, will assist...

Hotel accommodation is important for the city centre’s entire consumer sector – it supports the activity of dining, shopping, nightlife, attractions, events and more. With the tourism industry projecting a shortfall of around 2,000 Auckland hotel rooms...

The city centre is home to a number of shopping areas, each with their own distinct character and store types. Lower Queen Street is known for luxury international stores, Britomart showcases big name New Zealand designers and High Street...

Dining is the number one reason that people give for coming to the city centre – and with the incredible range and quality of restaurants and cafes on offer, that’s no surprise. We have a vibrant nightlife scene too and there are exciting developments...

The city centre is the main hub of Auckland’s public transport network – all corners of the city meet here, so it’s mostly possible to get to where you want to go using buses, trains and ferries. To find out about bus, train or ferry access head to...

 It's a priority for the city centre that people can get around by walking or cycling. Making it easier for people to do this has a range of individual benefits – boosting productivity and health – while also reducing traffic congestion and carbon...

An innovative example of addressing the cost and environmental impact of private car use is car sharing. This approach also supports the reduction of congestion. In the city centre, there are two main car sharing companies. Cityhop Has many cars -...

With one in five New Zealanders living with a disability, the ageing population, families with young children, visitors from overseas, and people with a temporary injury or illness, accessibility is important for successful cities and businesses to...

In collaboration with ourselves, Auckland Council and the High Street District community – including businesses, property owners, residents and other key stakeholders – a pilot was undertaken over 2019 and 2020 to explore how to improve High Street....

Auckland’s city centre is one of New Zealand’s main docking points for cruise ships. We also highly recommend printing out the timetable on the Ports of Auckland website, so you can be aware of when there may be additional foot traffic in the central...

The iconic SkyWorld Centre on the corner of Queen Street and Aotea Square is set to undergo a large redevelopment and rebrand as OnQ Entertainment Centre. The development aims to be Auckland’s premier entertainment destination with cinemas, gaming,...

Project works for public infrastructure and private developments are part of life in a busy and growing city centre. We work with major projects to manage the impacts of construction – from noise to visual impact, cleanliness and access for...

Over 30 businesses (and counting) have received the Outdoor Dining Grant to date, using it to further enhance or create a new space for their customers. Here in their own words are some of the ways it has supported how they work during these challenging...

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By entering this competition, you are confirming that you own or represent the business to which the entry relates and that you accept these terms and conditions on behalf of the named business. Heart of the City may cancel or vary the competition at any...

Be in to win $9,000 in prizes for your Christmas windows! Following on from last year's fabulously festive displays and positive feedback from participating retailers, we're inviting street-front retail businesses with a window visible to the public...

Heart of the City is a member of the Central City Community Safety Taskforce. The taskforce is made up of key stakeholders, including the Council, Police, and Hospitality New Zealand. The city centre's Taskforce on Alcohol and Community Safety is...

If someone is being a nuisance at your store or property, you can issue them with a verbal or written trespass notice. If they return after they’ve been given the notice, they are breaking the law and the police can be called. For more information about...

The New Zealand Government and New Zealand Police has developed a national strategy called Protecting Our Crowded Places from Attack (Crowded Places). It has been developed over several years to help preserve the enjoyment of these places while...

280 Queen Street was constructed in 1977 and contained 3 retail levels and 12 office floors. The new building, completed in 1991, added a new 3-level retail podium and approximately 372 sqm of additional office space on each level (previously 660 sqm...

There is ever-evolving, tangible evidence that Auckland’s city centre is at the heart of our economy and a place where businesses want to be. We generate around 19% of Auckland’s GDP and 7.1% of New Zealand’s. Businesses of all stripes continue to...

Auckland and our city centre have intriguing heritage stories to tell, with 1000 years of Māori history and almost 180 years of European history embedded in the fabric of this place. Our heritage is an important part of our identity, and we’re...

  Emergencies can happen at any time, so it's a good time to regularly take stock and make sure your business is as prepared as possible to manage the impacts - just in case.  Retail NZ Has created a series of lists outlining what...

The Korean Culture in Auckland (KCAKL) event is coming to the High Street district between Friday 24 March until Friday 31 March as part of Auckland Council’s World of Cultures series. The event aims to celebrate Korean culture and will build...