Aotea Centre, Convention center and theatre in Auckland, New Zealand
The Aotea Centre is a convention center and theatre in Auckland featuring multiple levels of flexible spaces. It includes the Kiri Te Kanawa Theatre with 2,139 seats and numerous meeting rooms designed for different types of events.
Construction of the building was completed in 1989 and was designed by city architect Ewen Wainscott. The structure received the NZIA Silver Medal for its architectural design.
The foyers display important New Zealand artworks, including digital installations by Lisa Reihana and a seven-meter-high Waharoa gateway entrance. These pieces introduce visitors to how local artists and Māori artistic expression shape the spaces where people gather.
Entry is from Mayoral Drive, and the building connects to the Civic Car Park for convenience. The location sits within walking distance of hotels and public transport options.
The name comes from Motu Aotea, the Māori term for Great Barrier Island, which lies about 90 kilometers from downtown Auckland. This geographical connection links the center to a place of natural and cultural significance beyond the city.
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