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Three new Auckland parks awarded prestigious Green Flag
Walmsley and Underwood Park, Totara Park and North Shore Memorial Park have joined seven other Auckland Council parks as being recognised as some of the best green spaces in the world in the annual Green Flag Awards.
Six cosy book nooks at Auckland’s libraries
As well as providing us with free access to gazillions of books, Auckland Council’s 56 libraries provide safe, comforting spaces where you can read, ponder, connect with others – and even whizz down a slide.
Update on Storm Response Fund: Mayor wants resources and decision-making to sit closer to communities
Mayor Wayne Brown and councillors met to consider how the proposed $20 million Storm Response Fund might be allocated to improve Auckland’s ability to prepare for and respond to future storms.
Four all-weather indoor activities to keep the kids entertained
Too wet and cold to go to the park? These fun indoor activities are sure to keep the kids entertained when the weather isn't playing ball.
Five short all-weather walks in Auckland
Don't let the weather dampen your spirits! Come rain or shine, these five short walks across Auckland are great for the whole family.
Enjoy a weekend getaway at these council cottages and baches
From cosy cottages to beachside baches, Auckland Council has a wide range of accommodation options to choose from.
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Events
Africa Month 2023
Celebrate the cultural heritage of Africans and Black people in Aotearoa.
Doc Edge Festival
Doc Edge Forum is an industry event that brings together local and international film, TV and other media professionals.
Pacific Dance Festival 2023
International, local, emerging, established, contemporary and heritage artists bring to the mat their stories, worlds and mana to suit and enrich the journeys of our diverse aud...
Auckland Festival of Photography
Enjoy NZ's premium international photographic festival.
Armageddon Expo - Winter
Come and see amazing costumes, props, art, and impressive fan-based cosplay and innovative customer interactions.
Matariki Festival 2023
Celebrate the Māori new year in Tāmaki Makaurau with Matariki Festival.
Free Bike Skills for Beginners
You’ll learn how to balance on a bike and pedal independently, some basic bike handling skills and heaps more.
Cirque du Soleil: Crystal
The show takes audiences on a whimsical journey into a vivid and imaginary world where up is down, left is right, and nothing is as it seems.