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Community 15 Aug 2017

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.

Community 24 Jul 2017

Blooming marvellous! Auckland Botanic Gardens receives top award

Auckland Botanic Gardens has received a Qualmark Award.

Arts 14 Jul 2017

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.

Community 12 Jul 2017

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.

Kids / Family 4 Jul 2017

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.

14-24 year olds 20 Jun 2017

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.

Sports / Leisure 14 Jun 2017

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?

Kids / Family 7 Jun 2017

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.

14-24 year olds 30 May 2017

Playground review: Macleans Park

We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Macleans Park, Eastern Beach.

14-24 year olds 23 May 2017

Playground review: Mary Wilson Reserve

We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Mary Wilson Reserve, Rocky Bay, Waiheke Island.

Heritage 19 May 2017

Celebrating our marvellous museums

Take a look at some of the wonderful things that can be explored in Auckland’s museums.

14-24 year olds 16 May 2017

Playground review: Playtime Park

We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Playtime Park, Fynes Avenue, Stonefields.

14-24 year olds 10 May 2017

Playground review: Ōtāhuhu Recreation Precinct

We’re taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Ōtāhuhu Recreation Precinct, 30 Mason Avenue, Ōtāhuhu.

Kids / Family 8 May 2017

Rates of obese 4-year-olds drop

The Auckland Regional Public Health Service says rates of obese pre-schoolers are dropping, but adults tip the scales.

Educational 12 Apr 2017

Zoo Tales: A slice of Africa this Easter

Auckland Zoo’s new African savannah opens on Good Friday 25 March.

Community 10 Apr 2017

Help these harvesters make the most of windfall

A charity that picks and distributes fresh fruit and preserves to food banks is on the hunt for volunteers.