A local's guide to the best of Auckland

These days New Zealand is in sporting heaven, hosting the 2011 Rugby World Cup. But while you can be forgiven for spending some time cheering and shouting at muscle-bound men on a grassy pitch during a visit to its populous city, Auckland, you shouldn't miss the chance to take in the sights too.CNNGo's roving TV show takes in Auckland this time round, with a host of friendly locals to show us the highlights. Catch the show on the times at the bottom of the page, while we run through a few of the best bits here:1. Mount Eden volcanoLooming over the Eden Park rugby ground is Mount Eden, or Maungawhau, a dormant volcano that offers 360-degree views over Auckland. 
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