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02/06/2026
Grand Finals for MBT IDOL SEASON 2!
what a AWESOME NIGHT THAT WAS!
A Huge thanks to all the organisers, guest judges, Mark Walsh & Kirsty for preparing yet another awesome event!
🏆✨️MBT IDOL GRAND FINALS!✨️🏆
🪩🪩DISCO THEME 🕺🪩
A huge shout out to staff, security and Management at the tavern.
Congratulations to all our top 10 Finalist!
And all the contestants who made the night eventful!
10th - Haz
9th - Lisa
8th - Tina
7th - Maria
6th - Hoki
5th - Jnr
4th - Monz
3rd - Kere
2nd - Jaime Lee
Season 2 Grand final Champion
" Elena"
30/05/2026
The stage is set for SEASON 2 - MBT IDOL FINAL!!! 🔥🔥🔥
The place is filling up for an 830pm start… Get down here and enjoy the talented finalists compete in the finale!
NEW MENU ON OFFER ALSO!
28/05/2026
🔥 PRIVATE EVENT VENUE FOR HIRE – AUCKLAND 🔥
DATES FOR THE YEAR ARE FILLING UP FAST - BOOK NOW
🔗 https://www.mangerebridgetavern.com/book
Planning a birthday, corporate function, engagement, or private celebration?
Mangere Bridge Tavern & Bistro offers a fully staffed private venue, dedicated bar, and flexible catering options — all in one place!.
✨ Private room & bar
🍽 Buffet catering available
🎤 Live bands & karaoke options
🛡 On-site security & dedicated staff
Whether you’re hosting 50 guests or 250+, we make it easy.
👉 Click through to view venue details and enquire now
📅 Limited dates available – secure your event early
www.mangerebridgetavern.com
28/05/2026
🏉 TOP OF THE TABLE CLASH — LIVE THIS SUNDAY 🏉
The Warriors take on the Panthers in a massive Sunday night showdown at Mangere Bridge Tavern 🔥
⏰ Kick Off: 8:15PM
🍻 OPEN LATE - until after the full-time whistle
🍔 Food specials running all night
🔥 Brand new MBT menu out now
Get the crew together and come down - this one’s going to be huge!!!
27/05/2026
🚨 NEW MBT MENU LAUNCHING TODAY: 1PM 🚨
We’re rolling out a brand new MBT menu packed with:
🥩 Steaks
🍔 Burgers
🍗 Wings
🍕 ALL your tavern favorites
🙌 MENU SPECIALS RUNNING ALL DAY/NIGHT!
PLUS…
🏉 STATE OF ORIGIN GAME 1 — LIVE & LOUD tonight from 10PM on the big screens.
Come for the game, come for the feeds, or come for both - get down to MBT today!
GOOD PEOPLE • GOOD FEEDS • LIVE SPORT
📍 Mangere Bridge Tavern & Bistro
25/05/2026
Maria 1st
Barney 2nd
Shiney 3rd
Monz 4th
Wild Choices 🎤
Robert
Stiff
Edith
Congratulations to all the finalist, and contestants, we are excited to see the Grand Finals pop off again with a themed night!
Thanks to the organizer, beutifool staff and off course Mark Walsh & his whanau for the kind gesture! 😁😁
17/05/2026
5th place Dee
4th place Hayden
3rd place Lisa
2nd place Jnr
1st Place Grandfinalist for Heat 3
HAZ!
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE FINALIST AND A AWESOME CONTESTANTS WHO MADE THE NIGHT EPIC!
huge appreciation to our Judges and organizers! And the awesome MBT staff and security for hosting!
16/05/2026
Upcoming event at the end of the month! We invite you to another themed party at right here at the Mangere Bridge Tavern
Admission is free, and live entertainment will be provided.
Please note that R18 applies after 10pm.
12/05/2026
What’s on?
CITY EDITION
11/05/2026
What a truly remarkable day at the Tavern, where heartfelt moments and unforgettable memories converged in perfect harmony!
Huge appreciation to the Mangere Bridge Tavern and Bistro team for their tireless efforts in honoring the extraordinary mothers who inspire us all. The culinary delights were matched only by the exuberance of the giveaways and the sublime music courtesy of the incomparable Sandy.
Here's to the mothers who make life richer - Happy Mother's Day once again! From the team at Mangere Bridge Tavern & Bistro
10/05/2026
MBTIDOL Heat 2! Season 2 off 2026
5th place - Kere
4th - ILa
2nd equal - krisc Girl and Sophia
And in 1st place - Jamie Lee!
Congratulations to our winners who will be taking the stage at our Grand Finals!
Thanks to our contestants who fufilled the night with awesomeness! We will see you again next Saturday!
Also a thank you to MBT Idol organizers and operating team & MBT staff
04/05/2026
🔥 WE’RE BACK – BIGGER & BETTER 🔥
The Newley refurbished TAB downstairs at the rear of Mangere Bridge Tavern is officially reopening — and we’re kicking things off properly this Saturday 9th May from 9AM.
This isn’t just a reopen… this is a reset.
🎉 WHAT’S ON:
• 🕘 Doors open from 9AM
• 🌭 FREE Sausage Sizzle from 12PM
• 🎁 Spot prizes & giveaways all day
• 🎟️ Mother’s Day Raffle – perfect chance to sort Sunday early
Whether you’re in for a punt, or just the atmosphere — this is your new local TAB setup done right.
👉 Grab the crew, lock in your spot, and come check out the new space.
Saturday 9th May | From 9AM
Mangere Bridge Tavern – Downstairs TAB
123 Coronation Road, Mangere Bridge
03/05/2026
Congratulations to our Finalist who will take the stage at our grand finals 👏🙌
5th place - Tina
4th Place - Mariah
3rd Place - Laurie
2nd Place - Pania
1st place - Elena
Thanks to all the contestants that entered, we will see yous next week!
03/05/2026
What's on this weekend!
24/04/2026
Live music Fridays… Papa’s Funk killing on the tools - come down and join the vibe 🙌
22/04/2026
REMINDER: QUIZ NIGHT TONIGHT @ MBT! get your team down here and be in to win!!!
Tonight's cryptic clue - see post below 🤔🤨
Cryptic Clues!
Who was “The Best” a year prior? Who created him? Two Kiwis won March Madness this year.
21/04/2026
🎤 MBT IDOL IS BACK! 🎤
🔥 Season 2: $4,000 prize pool! 💵🤑💰
Think you’ve got what it takes? Or just love a good show?
Join us at Mangere Bridge Tavern (123 Coronation Road) for the ultimate karaoke showdown!
If you want a shot at the title or cheering from the crowd – the vibes will be LOUD and LIVE all season long.
🎤 HEATS:
📅 Heat 1 – May 2nd
📅 Heat 2 – May 9th
📅 Heat 3 – Mar 16th
📅 Heat 4 – May 23rd
🏆 GRAND FINAL – May 30th
🕡 Register on the night from 6:30PM
🎙️ Contestants take the stage from 8PM
👑 Tag a mate who needs to enter
📍 Plan your crew nights now
🍻 Cold drinks, hot food, unreal talent
21/04/2026
MBT IDOL Season 1 GRAND FINAL WENT OOOOOOOOFF!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
What an epic night of music, the local talent DID NOT disappoint 🫡
As we move onto season 2 starting 2nd May 2026 we thought it only right to share some of our favourite shots from the night…
Congrats to all the winners and contestants, thanks to the judges and audience that showed up to support and big props to our hosts 🙏 awesome work 🔥🔥🔥
See you all down here for season 2…
20/04/2026
NBA PLAYOFFS LIVE ON SCREEN @ MBT!!! 🔥🔥🔥
The first round is underway and the competition is sizzling!
THIS WEEK:
Tuesday 21 Apr
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM Knicks v Hawks.
Wednesday 22 Apr
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM Lakers v Rockets
Thursday 23 Apr
11:10 AM - 1:30 PM Pistons v Magic
1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Oklahoma City Thunder v Phoenix Suns
Sunday 26 Apr
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM Hawks v Knicks
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM Timberwolves v Nuggets
Get down here and enjoy the game with the crew - see you soon.
🏀🏀🏀
17/04/2026
🌸 Mother’s Day Lunch at MBT 🌸
Treat Mum to something special this year — no cooking, no stress… just good food and great company.
🍽️ Buffet Lunch
📅 Sunday 10th May
⏰ 12:30PM – 3:30PM
💲 $30 per person
👨👩👧 Kids under 10 – $15
We’ve got all the favorites covered — roast meats, fresh sides, and proper desserts to finish it off right.
⚠️ Bookings are essential — this will fill up fast
📞 Call now to lock in your table: 09 636 7135
Relax, enjoy & let us do the cooking 🍷
10/04/2026
So... what we're all gona do is laugh off those last couple of practice rounds and move on to roll the Storm.. 🤣🤣
Come down and watch live with us this Saturday night at MBT!!!
One NZ Warriors v Storm - LIVE on screen
KICK OFF: 930pm
UP DAY WAAAAAHs! Lets gone 🙌
Address
123 Coronation Road
Mangere
2022
**Travel Directions to the Venue:**
**Public Transport:**
1. **Bus:**
- Take a bus from Auckland Central (e.g., routes 38 or 380) towards Mangere Bridge.
- Alight at the stop closest to the venue, which is usually near the intersection of Coronation Road and Bader Drive.
- From there, it’s a short walk to your destination.
2. **Train:**
- Board a train from Auckland Central Station on the Southern Line towards Papakura.
- Get off at the Mangere Bridge station.
- It’s about a 15-minute walk from the station to your destination.
**Driving/Parking:**
1. **From Auckland CBD:**
- Head south on State Highway 1 (SH1).
- Take exit 452 for State Highway 20 (SH20) towards Manukau/Airport.
- Continue on SH20 and take exit 5 for Puhinui Road/Mangere Bridge.
- Follow local roads to reach your destination.
2. **Parking:**
- There is parking available nearby, including street parking and designated lots. Be sure to check for any parking restrictions or fees that may apply during your visit.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
8am - 9pm |
| Tuesday |
8am - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
8am - 12am |
| Thursday |
8am - 1am |
| Friday |
8am - 1am |
| Saturday |
8am - 1am |
| Sunday |
10am - 9pm |
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Mangere Bridge Tavern stands out as a premier destination in the Mangere Bridge area, thanks to the dedicated efforts of its owners, including ex All Black Pat Walsh and his family. Since its establishment in 1968, this vibrant sports bar has evolved into a beloved community hub, originally known as "The Lazy Lion" and later renamed The Black Bridge Tavern.
With three distinct bars under one roof, Mangere Bridge Tavern offers a welcoming atmosphere just minutes from Auckland International Airport. Whether you're looking to unwind with friends or celebrate a special occasion, the tavern provides private hire and catering options for groups, ensuring that every gathering is memorable.
The commitment to quality service is evident through the leadership of General Manager Trevor Westrupp and a dedicated team of 18 staff members. Their passion for hospitality shines through in every aspect of the tavern's operation.
Open daily with extended hours, Mangere Bridge Tavern invites you to experience its rich history and vibrant ambiance. It's not just a place to grab a drink; it's an integral part of the community where memories are made and friendships are forged.
