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Exhibition | Black Door Gallery | Rieko Woodford

Heros Exhibition: 8 – 28 October Rieko Woodford- Robinson is best known for her detailed portraits of anthropomorphic creatures, usually animals or well-loved toys. A self-taught artist and illustrator, she was born in Japan and has lived in Wellington since…

2020 Artweek in Parnell

Win $2000 towards your favourite art in Parnell. Nestled in the heart of historic Parnell you’ll find some of Auckland’s top galleries that cater to both the discerning art collector and the curious ‘art connoisseur’. Within two short blocks, you…

Auckland Heritage Festival 2020

Uncover some of the secrets and stories of Tāmaki Makaurau with more than 150 FREE or LOW COST events across Auckland, several of which are located in Auckland’s oldest suburb Parnell. Learn about generations of famous and infamous Aucklanders, discover…

Parnell Hospo Heros Named

The much anticipated wait to see the full list of Denizen’s Hospo Heros has been released. With a number of Parnell restaurants featuring. Pasture won ‘Best Celebration Restaurant’ and chef and owner Ed Verner received an Honourable Mention in the…

Exhibition | Jonathan Grant Galleries - Mervyn William

Late Harvest Exhibition: 15 September – 5 October. Recent sculpture and selected paintings, including rare early works from the artist’s collection. This exhibition will be installed in both ARTIS Gallery & Jonathan Grant Gallery. ‘Late Harvest’ is on display at…

Exhibition | Parnell Gallery - Nejat Kavvas

A Kid in a Lolly Shop Exhibition: 8 – 22 September In this latest body of work Nejat Kavvas celebrates the ‘art of making’ through a joyful collection of sculptural works skilfully created in cast glass, pate de crystal, and…

Blue Elephant Thai Parnell Award Winners

Congratulations Blue Elephant Thai on being a Travelers’ Choice 2020 Winner! Each year, Tripadvisor combs through reviews, ratings, and ‘saves’ from travelers everywhere and use that info to award the very best. Parnell’s very own Blue Elephant Thai is part…

Exhibition | Black Door Gallery - Rachel Murphy

Sun Setting on our Land Exhibition: August and September 2020 Rachel Murphy is a Christchurch based ceramicist who produces delicate porcelain vessels that represent local landscapes. Through the incorporation of 24k gold leaf into her pieces, Murphy creates luminous works…

Parnell Business Association takes a stand against absentee landowner’s

A neglected and vacant building on Parnell Road was aesthetically transformed via a colourful flower window wrap as a form of community protest by constituents of the Parnell Business Association this week. Several retailers, residents and landowners joined together to…

Parnell's Han Restaurant - One of the best vegetarian restaurants in Auckland

In a group of friends, there’s usually at least one person that is vegetarian. But whether it’s due to health reasons, moral obligations or just a matter of personal preference, somebody’s choice to be vegetarian should not mean that they…

New cocktail bar 'Boxer' to open in Parnell!

The team behind Pasture in Parnell are very excited to reveal their new concept today @boxer_akl, which will be a new chef run cocktail bar. Four years ago Pasture chef Ed Verner began simply by infusing spirits with scraps. From there…

New behind the scenes tour in the basement of Auckland Museum

Don’t miss this once in a lifetime chance to explore the underground world where many of the Museum’s treasures are stored. Your guide will reveal how they look after their priceless collections and how they are kept safe for future…

WIN $3000 THANKS TO PARNELL, THE DESIGN DESTINATION

DECOR COMPETITION!

Once again we will be running our annual decor competition, and whether you are in lockdown or not, you will be able to enter.

DATE

1st – 3oth September 2020

ABOUT THE COMPETITION

Parnell is the ultimate destination when looking for superior, sophisticated products for your interior and the Parnell Business Association will be giving you the chance to WIN $3,000 to spend at your favourite participating Parnell decor stores! – watch out for details!

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 pastries from the local French market, 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!)

SHOPPING

HOME & DESIGN

For your Interior

JEWELLERY

Diamonds are Forever

GALLERIES

Add some Art

NZ MADE & KIWIANA

Support NZ Artisans

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.

THE SPACE TO BE

NEWS & EVENTS

WIN $3000 THANKS TO PARNELL, THE DESIGN DESTINATION

DECOR COMPETITION!

DATE

CATEGORY

ABOUT THE COMPETITION

DINING

Restaurants

Bars

Cafes

Food to Go

SHOPPING

HOME & DESIGN

For your Interior

JEWELLERY

Diamonds are Forever

GALLERIES

Add some Art

NZ MADE & KIWIANA

Support NZ Artisans

What makes Parnell different?

Discover the main attractions

Our locality in Auckland

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