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Auckland’s newest splash pad opens
New splash pad in Stanmore Bay opens.
Splash pad in Pakuranga reopened
The new splash pad at Lloyd Elsmore Park Pool and Leisure Centre in Pakuranga is open for the summer holidays.
Local kids will be the first to make a splash
Design a Rashie competition winners have been announced.
Make your own fidget spinner
As parents across the region face a second – or even third – weekend of demands for fidget spinners, Auckland Council’s Waste Solutions team has some zero waste advice.
Ditching the disposables leads to zero waste lifestyle
When Coralie and Stephen Archer went along to an Auckland Council Waste Free Parenting workshop, they thought they’d come away with a few useful tips...
Four easy ways you can reduce waste
Whether you want to save the planet or save money on rubbish disposal, reducing the amount of waste you produce is a worthwhile thing.
Living lightly comes naturally for Parnell family
For Vanessa King and her son Matti, living lightly runs in the family.
How you can help the bees
Bees are an endlessly fascinating part of our ecosystem.
Discover your family history at Auckland Libraries
We speak to Marie Hickey from Auckland Libraries for her tips and tricks to start your search for your ancestors.
Blooming marvellous! Auckland Botanic Gardens receives top award
Auckland Botanic Gardens has received a Qualmark Award.
Explore your Auckland
Did you know that Auckland is full of great things to do? There are adventures for kids of all ages – from parks and playgrounds, to pools, leisure centres and libraries, all run or looked after by Auckland Council.
Enjoy your Ōtara
Did you know that Ōtara and its surrounding area is full of great things to do? From parks and playgrounds, to pools, leisure centres and libraries, all run or looked after by Auckland Council.
Five of the best: Weather-proof picnic spots around Auckland
We’ve rounded up five spots around the region that will hold up to at least a shower or two if you’re caught out while you’re eating in the great outdoors this winter.
A day out in Auckland for cost of a public transport fare
There’s plenty to see and do around the region that doesn’t cost the earth – and even better, you can get to these locations by simply jumping on a bus, train or ferry.
Funding Auckland’s favourite things
Most people know that rates help pay for the council to collect rubbish, maintain roads and look after our parks. But did you know that rates also help fund many other things that make Auckland a great place to live?
Kauri Kids: A place that feels like home
Kauri Kids Papatoetoe Head Teacher Anne Valeli has a true passion for teaching and helping our youngest Aucklanders grow into confident, happy children who are well-equipped for the next stages of life.
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