School holidays are here and it’s cold outside, leaving parents with the tricky task of keeping kids entertained indoors for days at a time. We picked the brains of our parenting pals and came up with five favourite ways to keep your restless whippersnappers happy.
1: Ice skating at Aotea Square
It might not be cold enough for Auckland lakes to freeze over (although it feels as if it could be some mornings), but that doesn't have to stop us getting our skates on and gliding around a rink. The popular inner-city ice rink is fully covered and features cool multi-level ice slides and an enclosed Kids' Zone for beginners. There's a programme of special events and themed nights, check for more info online. Open daily 10am-10pm during school holidays. Entry, including skate hire, starts from $15 for children.
2: Auckland Museum
You can't go past the weird and wonderful discovery centre at Auckland Museum. Examine fossils, colour-in a gorgeous garden scene graphic, play on iPads and befriend a glowing pathfinder bug. It's heaps of fun for little ones and parents and check out the website for more educational activities. Bring a packed lunch to munch in the Kai Room. Open 10am-5pm, entry is free for New Zealand residents.
