Local Attractions

The best of Auckland is right here on our doorstep! Before rushing into Auckland City to see yet more tall buildings, be sure to visit at least some of the wide selection of attractions right here in South Auckland.

Family Fun

There is a host of fun things to do with the family just a short drive from Jet Park Hotel. Experience butterfly creek with train rides and an array of animals - or take a wild ride on the rainbows end roller coaster. For something more relaxing, check out Ambury farm and feed the lambs

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Outdoor attractions & Other activities

Whether you wish to explore the history of the local area taking walks in the Otuatua stone fields, or on Mangere Mountain, or fancy sampling some outstanding wine from one of New Zealands most awarded vineyards, these activities are just minutes from our hotel. Fancy practicing your swing at the driving range?

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Shopping

Whether you are after last minute items for your journey, or fancy browsing New Zealand's largest outlet shopping centre, you will find all you need within minutes from our hotel.
The airport shopping centre has a variety of shops and services available and is only 5 minutes away.

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Whats on in Auckland

Want to know what's on in Auckland? Find links to the latest events, concerts, art exhibitions, sports games, Festivals, and conferences, right here.

You will also find a list of the most current activities on right now in Auckland.

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Organise an Itinerary

Want some help with arranging things? No problem, we are here to assist.
Let us put together some activities for you. We can assist with making bookings, and arranging transfers, and give you advice on what may be best for you to do.

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Pool Comp and Darts

Every Tuesday night we have our famous pool comp. At only $5 to enter it's a good night of entertainment. This is how it works: You get a pint of beer or a glass of house wine free with your entry. The proceeds of your ...

Takapuna | Tuesday, 10 August 2010 - Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Annabelle White - TV Celebrity Chef

Another evening of fast and easy fun tips with seasonal inspired ideas and helpful hints for home entertaining. Annabelle is one of NZ’s best-loved gourmet chefs, a TV celebrity and food columnist. Enjoy a glass of ...

Howick | Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Parrots Comedy Club Presents: Mike King - The Devil You Know

Parrots Comedy Club presents a sizzling hot 3 hour show from one of the very best stand-up comedians that NZ has ever produced. Recently described as "The Chris Rock of New Zealand" by the Gisborne Herald, Mike will ...

Orewa | Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Murray McIlwraith Quartet at Auckland Jazz and Blues Club

Murray Mcilwraith - piano & vocals Alberto Santerelli - double bass Frank Conway - drums Paul Nairn - tenor sax and flute Featuring special guest Steve Sheriff on alto sax. Murray and the band will perform a ...

Pt Chevalier | Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Tuesday Edition

Seth Haapu & Annah Mac.

Freemans Bay | Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Pop Panic Featuring Toasty Boy

Every Tuesday at Cassette it's Pop Panic with DJ Toastie Boy + Ricky Rile on Rotation. Pop hits of the past, present and future, old school and new school rap and glam retro nostalgia. Party jams and general ...

Auckland CBD | Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Code 107

Auckland CBD | Tuesday, 7 September 2010

Quiz Night

Jamie's quiz night. Great prizes - free entry. 8pm start, tables of 6 max.

Mt. Eden | Tuesday, 22 June 2010 - Tuesday, 14 September 2010

Sammy's Pub Quiz

Get your friends together for a great night out, every Tuesday from 6pm. $20 bar tab for the first three teams to register from 5.30pm on the day. Plus you’ll have fun testing your knowledge and the chance to win ...

Auckland CBD | Tuesday, 24 August 2010 - Tuesday, 14 September 2010

Quiz Night

Tuesday night is quiz night. Get together a team of four or more. Free entry with bar tabs and a jackpot up to $500 to be won each week. Starts at 7.30pm but come earlier for dinner. All over by 10.30pm at the ...

Parnell | Tuesday, 3 August 2010 - Tuesday, 28 September 2010

Organ Music at Midday

Enjoy a variety of sacred and secular music played on the pipe organ at St Peter's Anglican Church, Takapuna. Listen to the majestic sounds of the 'full-organ'; the rich sounds of the trumpets, and the soft tones of the ...

Takapuna | Tuesday, 3 August 2010 - Tuesday, 28 September 2010

The Vagina Monologues

Royale Productions presents The Vagina Monologues. They want to talk to you. Searingly funny, sometimes shocking, moving and unashamedly honest, Eve Ensler's seminal work The Vagina Monologues moves beyond ...

Auckland CBD | Wednesday, 25 August 2010 - Saturday, 11 September 2010

Songs For Guy

Love songs – boy meets girl, girl falls in love with boy, commence crooning. But where are the songs about man-to-man love, which the Top 40 overlooks and leaves 7% of the population ignored? They’re about to come ...

Auckland CBD | Tuesday, 7 September 2010 - Saturday, 11 September 2010

Franklin Arts Festival 2010

Franklin Arts Festival is an annual celebration of visual arts held in Pukekohe, showcasing the work of talented artists from not only the Franklin District, but from all over New Zealand. Established in 1989, the ...

Pukekohe | Saturday, 4 September 2010 - Sunday, 12 September 2010

Annie

The Broadway classic, Annie, is now in Auckland! When Oliver Warbucks decides to brighten an orphan's life at Christmas, the plot for Annie is set in motion. With its optimistic focus on family, charity, and the ...

Epsom | Tuesday, 7 September 2010 - Saturday, 11 September 2010

Discover our Auckland Parks

Every Tuesday you will see Conservation Volunteers out and about at different parks around Auckland. It’s part of an initiative between Conservation Volunteers New Zealand and the Auckland City Council to help bring ...

Mt. Eden | Tuesday, 24 August 2010 - Tuesday, 12 October 2010

The Tuesday Open Mic

An eclectic evening of music set in Ponsonby's legendary venue, featuring both seasoned professionals & rising talent. Come in for dinner, a warming evening drink, to jam or just to listen. With One2One's lovely ...

Ponsonby | Tuesday, 17 August 2010 - Tuesday, 26 October 2010

Pub Quiz

The famous Pub Quiz Night at The Kings Arms Tavern. Come down for some fun & food every Tuesday night from 7.30pm in the Sports Bar. Small intimate bar with high chances of taking home the prize. It's free to ...

Newton | Tuesday, 22 June 2010 - Tuesday, 2 November 2010

Happy Days

Life. She’s up to her neck in it. Amidst blazing light and scorched grass, Winnie is half-buried in a mound. Still she greets each day with a smile, rummaging around in her handbag, applying makeup, brushing her ...

Auckland CBD | Friday, 20 August 2010 - Saturday, 18 September 2010

Stamping & Scrapbooking Craft Group

Weekly Craft Group. All papercrafters welcome. Beginners welcome. Come along & share ideas, get projects done & make new friends. Bring your own supplies. Stamps and ink available to use, along with a selection of ...

Botany Downs | Tuesday, 7 September 2010 - Tuesday, 30 November 2010