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Cycling 29 Mar 2022

The best new Auckland cycleways to discover

Cycling is one of the best ways to see Auckland up close, and these three new cycleways give riders the perfect opportunity to explore.

Cycling 29 Mar 2022

Why Auckland is best discovered by bike

From the Northwestern Cycleway to the Wattle Downs Path, Auckland’s stunning harbour views and elegant promenades are best experienced on two wheels.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Mar 2022

Three great holiday baches less than an hour south of Auckland

These baches are lovingly managed by Auckland Council, providing the perfect combination of country and coast, all barely an hour from Auckland.

Parks / Outdoors 21 Mar 2022

Waitākere parks international award winners

Two parks in the Waitākere Ranges have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.

Parks / Outdoors 18 Mar 2022

Thumbs up for the Observation Green design

Developing a new park at Observation Green, Hobsonville Point took a step forward with Upper Harbour Local Board approving the final design late last year.

Community 3 Mar 2022

Explore Auckland parks with Goosechase

This Parks Week download the GooseChase app and find adventures galore for the whole family at more than 65 of Auckland’s parks.

Council news 18 Feb 2022

Auckland Domain still a world-class park

Pukekawa / Auckland Domain has once again been internationally recognised as a world-class park, winning its fourth Green Flag Award for 2021.

Council news 11 Feb 2022

No plan to change ownership or management of Auckland’s regional parks

Auckland’s regional parks will continue to be owned and managed by Auckland Council on behalf of the people of Auckland and there are no plans to change this.

City Centre Waterfront 9 Feb 2022

Calling all designers for the next stage of Wynyard Quarter’s transformation

Over the past 15 years, Aucklanders have experienced the transformation of their inner-city waterfront.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Jan 2022

Freedom camping reminder ahead of the long weekends

With reports of prohibited freedom camping and camping taking place over the holidays, Auckland Council is reminding would-be campers of the rules, so that everyone can enjoy all our region has to offer safely and respectfully.

14-24 year olds 19 Jan 2022

Get Out & About and have fun this summer

Move over Olympic gold medallist Lisa Carrington, there’s a new bunch of kayakers in town thanks to Auckland Council’s Out & About programme.

Parks / Outdoors 3 Jan 2022

Scenic running trails

Whether you want to head north, south, east or west, you’ll find scenic running trails winding through Auckland’s parks and reserves.

Parks / Outdoors 1 Jan 2022

Looking for some Waitākere alternatives? 

With more than 4000 parks across the region, there are heaps of alternatives to the Waitākere Ranges out there.

Parks / Outdoors 22 Dec 2021

A day out in Auckland: Devonport and the central city

With the city opening up again and summer in full swing, here's how you and your family can get out and enjoy all our wonderful new spaces.

Parks / Outdoors 22 Dec 2021

A family fun-packed day in West Auckland

Plan a family fun day in West Auckland, complete with good coffee, a walk at Nihotupu Dam and visits to Pt Chevalier beach and Coyle Park.

Parks / Outdoors 21 Dec 2021

Discover Auckland’s greatest walks

Between the sweep of the Waitākere Ranges and the glittering stretch of the Hauraki Gulf, Auckland has abundant natural riches.