September 13th, 2025
After a sell-out tour in 2023, much-loved topical podcaster, TV star, entrepreneur and chronic over-sharer Abbie Chatfield, is returning to the stage and bringing The Trauma Dump Tour to New Zealand. This show saw Abbie bring her raw and unfiltered self to stages across Australia, with fans and critics commending the star for putting on what was deemed the most relatable live show of the year with The West Australian saying Abbie’s ‘vulnerability and hilarious insight’ made for an unforgettable show.
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September 13th, 2025
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of music, energy, and culture as Auckland’s premier Latin orchestra takes the stage. This vibrant performance will transport you through the rich musical landscapes of Latin America, from the infectious rhythms of salsa and cumbia to the sophistication of Latin jazz and the irresistible pulse of rumba. Led by talented local and international musicians, the show blends powerful horn lines, driving percussion, and soulful melodies that will have you tapping your feet and maybe even dancing in the aisles. Whether you’re a seasoned Latin music lover or discovering it for the first time, this is a celebration of rhythm, passion, and community you won’t want to miss.
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September 21st, 2025 - October 5th, 2025
Get ready for a school holiday packed with fun, fizz, and fantastic experiments at Takapuna Library! From slime-making and robot hands to worm farms and superhero puppet shows, there’s something for every curious mind. POPCORN AND MOVIES Every Sunday during the holidays, 10 a.m. Come watch an all-ages movie about SCIENCE with us! OOBLECK! Monday 22nd September, 10 a.m. Is it a solid? Is it a liquid? Come make crazy colourful oobleck slime with us! CARDBOARD ROBOTICS Wednesday 24 September, 10 a.m. Make wearable robot hands from cardboard. Places limited - first in, first served. WONDERFUL WORLD OF WORMS Friday 26th September, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Make a worm farm with Compost Collective. See https://compostcollective.org.nz/events/free-the-wonderful-world-of-tiger-worms-for-kids-takapuna/ for more details and to register for this activity. UP, UP, AND AWAY! Monday 29 September, 10 a.m. Learn about the science of flight by experimenting with different models. INTERACTIVE PUPPET SHOW Wednesday 1st October, 12 p.m. Take part in our interactive superhero puppet show. You help decide the story!
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September 24th, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for a special evening celebrating the launch of The Spirit of the Place: A New History of The Elms Te Papa Tauranga — a beautifully illustrated and deeply insightful new book by acclaimed journalist and author Sarah Ell. One of our most important heritage sites, The Elms Te Papa Tauranga, has borne witness to more than 600 years of significant and, at times, turbulent history — a place where rich Māori history and early missionary settlement converge. Author Sarah Ell reveals its secrets in the beautifully illustrated The Spirit of a Place, providing a window into the broader story of Aotearoa – colonisation, resilience, relationships and remembrance. North Shore journalist and writer, Sarah Ell, with 13 books for adults and children to her name, will be in conversation with local journalist and writer, Angela Walker. Copies of the book will be available at a special event price of $50.00 (RRP: $60.00). Light refreshments served on arrival. Gold coin donation appreciated. RSVP to: TakapunaEvents@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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September 25th, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join local historian David Verran for a captivating journey through Takapuna’s sporting past. Held as part of the Auckland Heritage Festival and commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Empire Games, David will delve into the rich history of rugby, football, tennis, bowling, croquet, golf and other sports in Takapuna. Join us as we celebrate the enduring spirit of sport and recreation that defines our city. Don't miss this engaging event! RSVP to: TakapunaEvents@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz
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September 26th, 2025
The Bruce Springsteen Experience is an international-level show dedicated to honouring the timeless music of Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. Featuring a full nine-piece lineup, this captivating performance delivers an electrifying blend of visual and audio excitement. Audiences are consistently wowed, with standing ovations being the norm. As 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the iconic "Born to Run" album, The Bruce Springsteen Experience will perform the album in its entirety, along with a selection of The Boss's greatest hits. This special celebration promises to be a remarkable tribute, allowing fans to relive the magic of Springsteen’s music like never before. Don't miss this unforgettable experience!
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November 1st, 2025
8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Takapuna Wellness Day – Postponed The Takapuna Wellness Day has been postponed to Saturday 1st November 2025 due to the large amount of rain forecast over the next few days (3-6 April). The ‘atmospheric river’ of rain, as quoted by NZ Herald, will mean the grass area in the beautiful Potters Park will not be able to be used for the free fitness class sessions at the event, as well as poor weather forecast during the event. The event has been postponed to Saturday 1st November 2025. We look forward to seeing you all then! ______________________________________________________________________ Discover Takapuna - the health and wellness hub of the North Shore! Join us for a day focused on helping you take care of your mind, body and general wellbeing - all in one place. Enjoy some FREE workout sessions in Potters Park, then enjoy the Wellness Market in Waiwharariki Anzac Square, where you can visit with some local Takapuna businesses and learn about how they can help you glow from the inside out. WHEN: Saturday 1st November 2025 TIME: 8am - 2pm WHERE: Potters Park and Waiwharariki Anzac Square COST: Absolutely FREE! REGISTER (free) for the classes (link available closer to the date). 8AM - ALLFIT HIIT Circuit Join the ALLFIT fam for a morning sweat sesh to kickstart your weekend! Catering to all fitness levels and abilities, the ALLFIT team will take you through an old-school, easy to follow TABATA circuit (20sec on, 10sec off) - an easy way to get a great sweat on and get an awesome work out! 9AM - Mat Pilates with Les Mills New Zealand Takapuna A mind-body workout designed to improve strength, mobility, and happiness. Slow, simple movements tone your abs, glutes, back, and hips. Expert guidance builds technique and control. Modern breathwork creates renewal and bliss. Traditional Pilates meets the Les Mills experience, leaving you feeling strong, uplifted, and calm. 10AM - Shapes with Les Mills New Zealand Takapuna An invigorating blend of Pilates, sculpt, and power yoga set to modern beats. With small, controlled movements, you sculpt and strengthen all major muscle groups, improve alignment and increase flexibility. It’s a low impact but intense way to heat up your training. 11AM - ALLFIT HIIT Circuit 12PM - Bodyweight Bootcamp Blast with LSKD Takapuna Join Molly in Takapuna for a high-energy, full-body bootcamp workout. We’ll kick things off with 5-10 minutes of dynamic stretching and mobility work to get your body primed and ready to move. Then, we’ll dive into a circuit-style session packed with heart-pumping intervals designed to build strength, endurance, and mobility. Molly will guide you through each movement with variations to suit all fitness levels, so you can modify as needed and push yourself at your own pace. Let’s get moving! 1PM - Gentle Flow Yoga with Golden Yogi This class is perfect for anyone looking to move their body in a calm, mindful way. We focus on simple, flowing movements linked with the breath to help release tension, improve flexibility, and bring a sense of ease. Gentle Flow is slower-paced than a traditional vinyasa class, with plenty of options and support from our experienced teachers. You don’t need to be flexible or have any yoga experience — just come as you are. We use soft music and thoughtful sequences to guide you through each posture, helping you feel more connected, relaxed, and grounded by the end of class. A beautiful class for beginners, those returning to movement, or anyone wanting to slow down and take care of their body and mind. REGISTER (free) for the classes here: https://forms.gle/SbjmWEWKJFUSFgZA9 All fitness levels and abilities are welcome at all of the classes, and no equipment is required. You're welcome to bring a yoga mat and/or towel, as all classes will take place on the grass in the park - and obviously make sure you have something to keep you hydrated! ALL classes will cater for all fitness levels and abilities, so EVERYONE is welcome! From your perfect gym, to places that help your muscle recovery, to injury treatment and prevention, to healthy, nutritional and delicious snacks and drinks to nourish the body, Takapuna has everything to meet your health and wellness needs. Check out the full list of all the amazing health and wellness businesses in Takapuna in our website directory.
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