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Auckland Central City Library celebrates Pasifika heritage with Lupe I Vao Ese exhibition
Visitors will find a beautiful ode to measina (taonga/treasure) at the upcoming free exhibition Lupe I Vao Ese.
Get ready to play over the school holidays
Check out what's on offer these school holidays.
5 of the best ways to enjoy spring in Auckland
Tāmaki Makaurau is one of the first parts of Aotearoa to enjoy spring.
Auckland Heritage Festival celebrates 75 years since the 1950 Empire Games
Auckland’s much-loved Heritage Festival returns from 20 September to 5 October 2025.
6 ways to make the most of Auckland Council Libraries
Off the page! Go beyond the bookshelves at Auckland Council Libraries and discover all the amazing things on offer, from workshops to exercise classes.
Behind the books: How the We Read Auckland festival comes together
Held each August, We Read Auckland festival brings together readers and writers through a mix of events, including author talks, writing workshops, and community activations across Tāmaki Makaurau.
We Read Auckland returns
We Read Auckland, Auckland Council Libraries’ free month-long festival celebrating authors and readers of Tāmaki Makaurau, returns this August.
Keep the kids busy: Top things to do across Auckland these school holidays
School holidays are just around the corner, and if you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained without spending a fortune, Auckland Council has you covered.
Egg-cellent Easter activities to enjoy in Auckland
There are plenty of activities around Tāmaki Makaurau during Easter to keep kids (and adults) entertained.
5 ways to enjoy Auckland after daylight saving ends
Take the opportunity to embrace this season of change with new ideas to boost your mood, from maximising vitamin D to rediscovering the warmth of a brisk walk.
The best family-friendly bike rides in Auckland
Explore Auckland's bike paths with the family! Enjoy scenic routes through neighbourhoods, reserves and coastal areas, complete with playgrounds, picnic spots, and plenty of fun stops along the way.
6 stunning Auckland beaches to visit this summer
These beaches offer some of the best swimming spots in Auckland, so check them out when you need to cool off this summer.
Summer’s here – beat the heat at Auckland’s pools and splashpads
Need to cool off this summer? We’ve got you, your friends and your family covered with our free affordable pools and splashpads all over the region.
Fantastic splash pads across Auckland
Splash pads are a fun, safe option for kids of all ages to get wet and wild, so get splashing.
Playground review: Ship-shape for all ages
This week we visit a playground that really gets into the seaside theme with a proud waka as its centrepiece.
Four upgraded South Auckland parks and playgrounds to enjoy
There are now more ways than ever for South Auckland residents to enjoy the park life.
