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Make the most of Tāmaki Makaurau this summer
You’re invited to an amazing summer right here in Tāmaki Makaurau. More than 4000 parks and green spaces, 28 regional parks, beaches, maunga, events and new experiences await.
Auckland declares state of local emergency
Mayor Wayne Brown has tonight (Friday 27 January) declared a state of local emergency in the Auckland region.
Storm event: 27 January 2023
Auckland Emergency Management's Civil Defence Centre on the North Shore has moved to Massey University's Albany Campus
Please come home this weekend
Ahead of Auckland Anniversary and Waitangi weekends, the council, emergency responders and our partners have an important message for Aucklanders, asking them all to take care of themselves and come home safely to their friends, whānau and loved ones.
50 fantastic fun and free things to do this summer
To provide some inspiration for the warm longer days, here are 50 free activities from across the region for you to enjoy a fun-filled summer in Tāmaki Makaurau.
What to do for Auckland's birthday
Those of us who call Auckland home are fortunate to have our region’s birthday in the middle of summer. With so much on over the three-day weekend, we are also spoilt for choice with ways to celebrate.
Tūrama returns to Queen Street in February
Four-year old Ali Sabri is one of many Aucklanders thrilled to learn that four elements of Tūrama will return to Queen Street on 3 February, ushering in a significant month for Māori in Tāmaki Makaurau.
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Auckland Council Annual Budget 2023/2024 to go for consultation
Auckland Council’s Governing Body has confirmed items for consultation for th...
Visit Auckland's regional parks this summer
Find out what Auckland's regional parks have to offer, from beaches and bush...
Events
Music in Parks 2023
Head to a park near your for a summer packed with free live music. More than sixty musical acts will perform across 17 events from Pukekohe in the south, through Helensville in...
Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2023
Watch Auckland’s harbours come alive in one of the world’s biggest one-day regattas.
Waitangi ki Manukau 2023
Visit The Village for a taste of Māori and Pacific kai, enjoy craft stalls, live music, kōrero, activities for tamariki and cultural performances.
Movies in Parks 2023
As the sun goes down, gather with friends and whānau for a picnic and movie under the stars. From animated kids flicks to recent blockbusters, we’re putting on a magical movie n...
Waitangi@Waititi 2023
After a few years of cancellations, Te Whanau o Waipareira is proud to be bringing you Waitangi@Waititi 2023, a free event on Monday 6 February. Bring your whānau and friends fo...
Auckland Lantern Festival 2023
Join us at the Manukau Sports Bowl to welcome the Lunar New Year and celebrate traditional and contemporary Chinese culture.
Auckland International Buskers Festival
Four full days of energetic displays of fire breathing, hula hoops, mime, rola bola, comedy, magic and so much more, our performers will leave you mystified and mesmerized!
Auckland Shakespeare in the Park 2023
There are two fabulous plays on offer this summer.
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Make the most of Tāmaki Makaurau this Raumati
Raumati (Summer) is here and it’s time to plan your perfect adventure in Tāmaki Makaurau.
From takutai moana (foreshore) to ngahere (forest), our incredible takiwā (region) is ready for you to enjoy with plenty of free summer events, pools, splashpads, playgrounds, paths, over 4000 parks and our refreshed city centre to explore.
What are you waiting for? Karanga rā te raumati… Summer is Calling.