HOTC – The Spinoff

Queen Street: the heart and the backbone of Auckland

8 October 20207 October 2020 by Alice Webb-Liddall

Walk from Karangahape Road to the waterfront and Queen Street will give you a view into the soul of Auckland. Alice Webb-Liddall explored the street’s history and how it has shaped the city. What connects all significant streets is their ability to bring people together. On Queen Street, heritage buildings like the Town Hall, grand … Read more

The Giant Santa is leaving Auckland

9 November 2019 by Sam Brooks

Nearly 60 years since he first graced Auckland’s city centre streets, Auckland’s Giant Santa will retire after one last Christmas. Sam Brooks has the good oil on what’s happening to the city’s iconic Christmas overlord. Two things mark the start of the festive season in Auckland for me: The first time I hear the jingle … Read more