Help Save NZ's historic Shakespeare Hotel & Brewery - a 125 years old institution, Kiwi Icon and a part of Auckland History!

Two weeks ago, we again approached and appealed to the Mayor as well as the Auckland Council CEO to consider a targeted support or rates relief for the struggling businesses in Albert Street those are vanishing one after the other being hit with double whammy. Sadly, the Council has turned down the request again.

Besides the devastating disruption over the last 4 years by the City Rail Link roadworks in Albert Street followed by Covid lockdowns, the recent closures, and challenges of operating at level 3 in the first two months of 2021, and with no clear respite ahead, it is getting even harder for the premises to continue despite all the efforts. The owners have put their lives on the line as they have invested their savings already to keep this iconic business afloat however the circumstance have gone beyond them now.

The Shakespeare has been an Auckland Icon over the last 125 years, it belongs to every one of its fabulous patrons who have supported it and enjoyed its hospitality.

Sincere thanks to all the supporters for coming forward to rescue and support to save an institution and part of Auckland history. It means a lot.