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STOCK UP AT THE RHODODENDRON DAY PLANT SALE

Spring is when rhododendron buds start to swell, so you won’t want to miss Dunedin’s Rhododendron Day plant sale, where you can have a blooming good time and grab a few garden bargains. Be sure to book a tour of the Rhododendron Dell if you ’re seeking inspiration for your own little slice of paradise. BYO bags or boxes. 16 October, Dunedin Botanic Gardens

BE WOWED AT WORLD OF WEARABLE ART

The internationally regarded event is back and not a moment too soon. Relish in the creme de la creme of creativity and the theatrical spectacle of fashion on show. You ’ll want front-row tickets for this.

29 September to 16 October, TSB Arena, Wellington

Check out Repair Cafe

Held at Une-Deux Cafe, a small French-Mediterranean bistro tucked away on Auckland’s iconic K Road, the Repair Cafe is hosted on the second Saturday of every month to encourage you to repair-renew-reuse. Bring broken or damaged items and get them fixed for free by a team of volunteer locals (just make sure it’s small enough to carry in your arms). Sustainability has never looked so cool or local. 11 October, 11am–2pm, 545 Karangahape Rd

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The White Lotus Hot off the back of their award-winning debut season, The White Lotus returns with new characters and storyline. Starring Aubrey Plaza, Theo James and Jennifer Coolidge, the cast navigates the murky waters of wealth anda privilege at a luxury resort in Sicily. Filmed at the Four Seasons San DomenicoD Palace, we’re swooning over the 14th century convent with its cloistered courtyards and sweeping views of Mount Etna. Screening on SoHo and streaming on Neon.

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Wellington

Discover for yourself why Te Whanganui-a-Tara is often dubbed the “the coolest little capital in the world” . Set against stunning harbour views, this city serves up arts and culture on a plate. You ’ll be blown away by the delights on offer – and the wind, of course

B I R D ’ S E Y E V I E W

Don’t miss the cable car for a new perspective on the city. If the weather’s fine, disembark at the Botanic Garden and wander down to the Beehive to see why the locals say, “You can’t beat Welly on a good day. ”

GOLDIE

2 7 R I M U S T Get out of the hustle and bustle to explore the windswept coastline of Eastbourne, where you ’re sure to stumble upon Goldie, a home and lifestyle store for design lovers. Owner Fran Drager traded in her decade-long marketing job for her seaside store, never looking back, and we’re grateful she took the leap. The store is a lesson in how to live a beautiful life, with a thoughtfully stocked range of wares, children’s goods, and cleaning products. Breathe in the salt air, relax and browse to your heart’s content.

Crumpet

1 0 9 M A N N E R S S T Crumpet is the cosy cocktail bar of your dreams, with its black-and-white tiled floor, old-fashioned tablecloths, jazzy music and darling gallery wall hung with eclectic images. Concoct your dream cocktail from their legendary flavour wheel or indulge in a homemade crumpet with prosciutto and lashings of honey. When you ’re well lubricated, it’s almost too easy to pop next door to The Opera House and catch the latest show.