Stay active
As the weather cools down, the fun doesn’t have to stop! Head to Ourauckland and explore affordable and free ways to stay active this autumn.
Auckland Council’s 43 Pool and Leisure Centres have something for everyone this season, from a thrilling indoor hydroslide and wave pool at West Wave in Henderson to an abundance of heated pools to choose from around the region.
You can also challenge yourself with rock-climbing at the Birkenhead Pool and Leisure Centre or get active at any Auckland Council Pool and Leisure Centre gym, with affordable options for all.
Keep the kids entertained and stay active all season long!
Stay entertained
There’s plenty of things to do to keep you entertained in Tāmaki Makaurau over the cooler months.
Visit your local library for a cosy place to borrow a huge range of books and more, or check out many of the arts and culture activities available in your area, such as your local community theatre, art gallery or museum. You could even learn a new skill at your local community centre.
Stay in nature
As long as you have suitable gear for all weather conditions, you can still make the most of nature!
Visit the treetop boardwalk and surround yourself with mature kauri and tānekaha in Northcote’s Kauri Glen Reserve, or marvel at the canopy on the Puhinui Stream Forest Path in Manurewa. For a haven of regenerating native bush and delightful birdsong, visit Point View Bush Path in East Tāmaki.
Mid-winter swim
A winter swim in the sea is as refreshing as it gets. Dare each other to brave the chill of the water at Narrow Neck Beach on Auckland’s North Shore and then rug up and share a barbecue as the sun goes down. Use the public facilities and playground on offer beachside. It will be one for the family memories archive!
For more things to do, read more of the great articles available on OurAuckland.