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Staying safe while exploring all Auckland has to offer
School holidays are upon us and after the COVID-19 lockdown, getting outdoors to connect with nature with family might be the very thing that is needed.
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Auckland Council takes top prizes at New Zealand Park Awards
Auckland Council leads the way in park management, winning two of the four national prizes.
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Auckland Town Hall going green to honour parks workers
Auckland Town Hall will be bathed in green light to honour parks workers who have been part of the essential workforce during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Volunteer and take climate action today
Auckland Council partners with many groups and organisations across Tāmaki Makaurau that offer volunteer opportunities to support climate change action.
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What's in a name?
A movement is underway to reflect the true richness of our heritage in the names of our parks and public spaces.
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Awards night success for Auckland Council’s sustainable farming operation
The team behind the farming operation at Auckland Council’s Te Rau Pūriri Regional Park took out four awards at last night’s Ballance Farm Environment Awards.
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100 ways to maintain your well-being with parks
Parks are an incredible way to improve our well-being, so here are 100 ideas to get you started.
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Local board members get behind Parks Week
Members of Auckland's local boards tell us about their favourite parks.
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Get Active with AKL Paths: Ten scenic paths for outdoor training
Get active your way and achieve your goals with AKL Paths.
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Meet Auckland's park protectors
As Aucklanders flock to our 27 stunning regional parks over the summer months, we celebrate four Auckland Council park rangers.
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Adventurous artists invited to apply for Auckland Council residency
Adventurous and experienced artists are invited to apply before 24 February 2020 for Auckland Council’s parks-based residency.
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Vehicle access changes to Muriwai Beach during hot months
Vehicle access to Muriwai Beach will be limited from the beginning of February until after Easter 2020 to reduce fire risk.
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Sculptor of the Week – Natalie Guy
Natalie’s Guy sculpture Karesansui makes a unique contribution to the Auckland Botanic Gardens, a celebration of the South Pacific garden.
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Long Bay park rangers hit the trails on e-bikes
Auckland Council Park Rangers are embracing the electric revolution to patrol one of our region’s most popular parks.
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Help us fight avian botulism
Protect Auckland's birds and waterways by following these simple tips.
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Seven health benefits of camping
Make the most of your summer and discover the health benefits of camping here in Tāmaki Makaurau.
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