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Head east and explore the great outdoors
Exploring Auckland’s paths is a great opportunity to exercise, burning off some energy and have fun outdoors.
Help keep kauri standing this summer
If you’re looking for a nature fix this summer, there are heaps of kauri safe places you can go across the region
Board commits to Puhinui plan
The Puhinui Regeneration Strategy: Te Whakaoranga o te Puhinui, has been endorsed by Manurewa Local Board and Auckland Council will be one of its founding signatories.
Explore and play in south Auckland
Exploring Auckland’s paths is a great opportunity to combine exercise with helping the kids burn off some energy and having some fun.
Get active with AKL Paths: running and walking routes for beginners
Whether you're in training, planning an evening jog, or looking for a way to get fit and active over the summer months, AKL Paths is a great resource for finding a route that suits you.
Explore art in the open air with a geo-location tool to guide you
Plan your own personal art tour at He Kohinga Toi and discover our city through a new lens this summer.
Aucklanders flock to new magenta pathway into the city
Thousands of Aucklanders try out the new Nelson Street cycleway, Te Ara I Whiti, which translates as the Lightpath.
The gems on our doorstep
Explore the abundance of hidden gems across Tāmaki Makaurau, support Auckland’s recovery and make the most of everything our region has to offer.
Huia tracks reopen as kauri dieback programme progresses
Aucklanders can enjoy the beauty of the Karamatura Valley once more now remedial work has been completed on three tracks.
View nature through fresh eyes this Conservation Week
Find ways to connect with nature in Tāmaki Makaurau during a COVID-19 lockdown.
Staying safe while exploring all Auckland has to offer
School holidays are upon us and after the COVID-19 lockdown, getting outdoors to connect with nature with family might be the very thing that is needed.
What's in a name?
A movement is underway to reflect the true richness of our heritage in the names of our parks and public spaces.
100 ways to maintain your well-being with parks
Parks are an incredible way to improve our well-being, so here are 100 ideas to get you started.
Local board members get behind Parks Week
Members of Auckland's local boards tell us about their favourite parks.
Get Active with AKL Paths: Ten scenic paths for outdoor training
Get active your way and achieve your goals with AKL Paths.
Ranger recommendations: Whakanewha Regional Park
See Ranger Dan Beauchamp's favourite things to do at Whakanewha Regional Park.
