New Zealand - 8 great pubs and bars

Auckland

The Occidental Belgian Beer Cafe ( 6-8 Vulcan Lane, Auckland Central ) - One of my favorite pubs in Auckland, the Occidental Belgian Cafe and Bar does a good range of Belgian beers - all served in appropriate glass ware.

Northern Steamship ( 122 Quay Street, Auckland ) - Handily located close to the Quay, the Northern Steamship boasts an excellent array of Mac's beers, a good selection of meals and, handily for a gadgeted traveller, free wifi. Good place for a light evening meal, pint of beer and checking that all important email.
cornerbar ( Hotel de Brett, 2 High Street, Auckland 1010 ) - One of Aucklands finest institutions for a pre-dinner drinks in the nearby restaurants and bars. Offers well selected set of New Zealand wines and light bites - and ideal introduction to the evening.

Hasigo Zake ( 25 Taranaki St, Te Aro, Wellington, New Zealand ) - An astonisgingly excellent array of New Zealand and foreign boutique and "special-interest" beers. Knowledgeable staff are more than happy to advise on the broad selection. Highly recommended for both beer-lovers and the casual-consumer looking for something unusal.
The Backbencher ( 24 Molesworth Street, Wellington ) - Quite an institution in Wellington and directly opposite the Beehive (Houses of Parliament). Does an excellent line of lunches and a standard selection of New Zealand beers. The real attraction, however, are the numerous puppets and cartoons lampooning current politicians and poltical events.

Craic Irish Tavern ( 24 The Octagon, Dunedin ) - I'm not usually one to recommend Irish-themed pubs as they tend to be much-of-a-muchness and, like a well known burger chain, you could be anywhere. The Craic does, indeed, have the usual selection of Irish beers and a selection of local brews but, unlike many other Irish pubs, does actually do decent meals which actually mean it's worth it!
Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof ( 88 Armagh Street, Christchurch, New Zealand ) - The Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof is a fine pub in a historical building in central Christchurch. Excellent selection of Belgian beers served in appropriate glassware. Does a good selection of Belgian-themed meals. Sadly the Belgian Beer Cafe Torenhof is currently closed following the Christchurch earthquake.
Whataroa Pub - Wouldn't usually get a look in. BUT, Whataroa Pub is a real pub with real people in it. Does a standard range of New Zealand beers. The Stonegrill is excellent and a must have - locally produced meats of very good quality.