Auckland Anniversary Day is officially January 29, although it falls on a Monday near that date to ensure holidaymakers get a long weekend. While some regions in New Zealand have their own anniversary day, the Bay of Plenty and most of the North Island are lumped in with Auckland’s day.

Although Auckland is New Zealand’s most populated city, it doesn’t always receive the recognition it deserves. Here are five reasons why Auckland deserves serious props.

Burger King is known for its drool-worthy burgers—especially their Whoppers! But did you know that in New Zealand, they're looking for a Whopperologist? If you're curious about this job, we're certain

Sir John Kirwan believes it is time to move on from Eden Park. It will surprise some people because the rugby legend enjoyed some of the greatest moments of his career at the historic venue. He was an Auckland mainstay during their halcyon days in the 1980s and early 90s when they were the biggest show in town.

AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Jan. 27 (Xinhua) -- The digital art exhibition "A Dream Journey of A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains" has kicked off the 2025 Happy Chinese New Year celebrations in Auckland.

The adrenaline of play had worn off and now her feet ached. When she looked at them, dark points dotted her heels. Her eyes welled up, maybe with pain, and maybe with future nostalgia for a quintessential summer experience.

Auckland households spend an average 10% less on electricity than other Kiwis and less on every other form of home energy, a new report on the city’s infrastructure says. The Infrastructure Commission,

Dozens of vessels are set to take to the water on Monday for the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta. Throughout the day, racers will compete for one of 60 trophies which are on permanent display at the Maritime Museum, and over $15,000 worth of prize money. Thousands of spectators are also expected to attend the event.

Thanks to Matakana’s proximity to the coast, you can easily add a visit to Omaha Beach, Tawaharanui Regional Park, or Goat Island Marine Reserve, New Zealand’s oldest protected ecological area, which families particularly like for snorkeling.

Australia has won the New Zealand leg of the SailGP series, pressing home an advantage they enjoyed throughout the event to beat Spain and Britain in the three-boat final.

Australia had a win and two seconds to lead the fleet after the first day of the SailGP event in Auckland, New Zealand.

The Oceania premiere of the symphony Kukai concluded at Auckland Town Hall in New Zealand on Friday. This event brought together over 160 artists from China, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and China's Hong Kong and Taiwan to present an awe-inspiring symphonic masterpiece.