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ASB Tennis Classic returns to Parnell

The ASB Tennis Classic makes a welcome return to Parnell from Monday 2nd to Saturday 14th January 2023. There are a number of cafes and restaurants in Parnell to choose from to enjoy a pre/post game coffee, meal or drinks…

Neat Places' guide to Parnell Christmas shopping

Neat Places recently released their Parnell Christmas Gift Guide for 2022, sharing their top recommendations for Christmas shopping in Parnell. For more Christmas inspiration, check out our Christmas Gift Guide. If you’re in the market for some thoughtful or unique…

Parnell Baths reopen for summer

From Saturday 26 November, the Parnell Baths will be open to public, just in time for summer. With over 100 years of history, the iconic Parnell Baths have welcomed millions of visitors since its establishment in 1914. At 60 meters,…

Peter the T. rex joined by female companion

A world first: Female T. rex joins Peter the T. rex at Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland Museum making it the only place in the world to ever exhibit adult male and female T. rex together. Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War…

The Maison de Couture Jacqueline Anne opens in Parnell

Designer Jacqueline Anne is renowned for her ultra-feminine and elegant designs. Her Maison de Couture recently opened on 229 Parnell Road, where The Shoe Rack store used to be. Widely respected for her exceptionally timeless and feminine creations, the talented…

Brand-new Parnell attractions for your next visit to Auckland

Looking for new and exciting attractions in Auckland? Stuff recently shared their top picks for the summer, and two exciting new Parnell attractions were featured on their list! Read the full article here. An incredible rooftop tour Think you’ve seen…

Celebrate Christmas in Heard Park | 9 December

A Heard Park Christmas Friday December 9 5-7.30pm *Event rain date: Saturday December 10, timings and activity remain the same. Santa traverses the globe on Christmas eve, but he doesn’t want Parnell to wait that long! On Friday December 9th…

Exhibition | Black Door Gallery—Phil Hanson

Harper Road Collection 24 November—8 December Take a southern road trip through Phil Hanson’s new suite of original landscape oil paintings. Hanson takes the viewer on a journey through the picturesque landscapes that can be found along Canterbury’s Harper Road.…

Exhibition | Little Rosie—John Crawford

“Sorry I’m on the phone” 1 December—20 January This show embraces John Crawford’s perception of quirky, which in itself creates a point of difference. There is little normality. He gathers strange things. All images were all shot on an iPhone (with…

The best places in Parnell for after-work drinks

The season of long summer evenings and end-of-year functions has arrived, the perfect time of year to enjoy after-work drinks on a Friday. Denizen Magazine recently did a roundup of Auckland’s top spots for after-work drinks, and two Parnell favourites…

A whimsical Izakaya-inspired experience has arrived at Boxer

Japanese Izakayas are a type of bar best suited to punters looking to grab a drink (or two), settle in, and make themselves comfortable. Small-sized dishes are served alongside alcohol to ensure a highly palatable time, and this very concept…

Galtons want to wish you a Merry Christmas

Christmas is a time of family, tradition, and festive magic in Parnell and it just wouldn’t be the same without all that Galtons has to offer. Located once again at 195 Parnell Road and opening its doors to the public…

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PARNELL CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

Parnell is the perfect destination for Christmas shopping in Auckland, providing a one-of-a-kind boutique experience in the lead up to the holidays. We’ve compiled some of the best gift ideas for this year, and they can all be found in Parnell. With a wide selection of bespoke, considered and thoughtful gifts, there’s the perfect present for everyone.

DINING

If you’re on the hunt for Auckland restaurants to fall in love with, look no further than Parnell with its award winning fine dining restaurants, bistros and a diverse range of dine in or take away offerings. From fine dining to cheap eats the options are many. Meet for drinks at a sophisticated local bar, fill your basket with fresh food from our weekend markets, or of course, enjoy brunch at some of the best cafes in Auckland.

Restaurants

Enjoy some of the best restaurants in Auckland in Parnell, where you come to dine locally for your favourite international flavour. With its award-winning fine dining restaurants, bistros and a diverse range of dine in or take away offerings.

Bars

Find your favourite beverage location or local bar in Parnell. Whether it be the perfect spot for after work cocktails or the local pub for a sports game you don’t want to miss, your Monday through Sunday ‘tipple options’ are some of the most loved in Auckland.

Cafes

Café culture in Auckland City is a very real thing which is why you’ll find some of the top cafes in Auckland right here in Parnell. Our local cafes are known and much loved, from your typical 10.30am brunch to afternoon tea deliciousness and the best coffee options in Auckland.

Assorted Chinese dishes in paper delivery boxes: sweet and sour chicken, dim sum, spring rolls, noodles, salad, rice, steamed buns, dips. Asian restaurant take away concept, top view

Food to Go

Parnell ‘food to go’ options have recently multiplied with some of our most loved local restaurants jumping on the ‘you order, we’ll deliver’ bandwagon. So from fine dining, to a quick burger, a curry or a pizza, Parnell provides the best places to eat in Auckland (from your own couch that is!)

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HOME & DESIGN

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What makes Parnell different?

Enjoy the best art galleries in Auckland, your favourite weekend Auckland markets and the most delectable Auckland restaurants all in one place. Parnell offers a unique Auckland shopping experience down several quaint laneways, whether it’s home décor, fine art, fresh flowers, a special gift or diamonds that you’re after.

Discover the main attractions

Look no further than Parnell for things to do in Auckland. From the Museum to the sea, Parnell has it all. Walk from Auckland Museum through Auckland’s first suburb to the famous Rose Gardens and view the Hauraki Bay or take a wander through the historic Parnell Village shopping precinct. A day strolling Parnell isn’t long enough.

Our locality in Auckland

A 10-minute walk from the Auckland CBD, one-off views of the Sky Tower on one side and Auckland Hospital and Auckland Museum on either side of The Domain, with easy public transport options connecting to neighbouring Newmarket and beyond, Parnell is the Auckland central suburb with it all.

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Summerset Community Liaison Group.

A page has been established in order to provide one location where interested parties can access all relevant documents and Community Liaison Group (CLG) information, to provide relevant updates, and to provide the representative contacts for Summerset, Auckland Council and the contractors for stage 1 OxconCLL, to whom complaints are to be lodged at various stages of the development.