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Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges closed as large-scale pest control gets underway
Battling invasive predators: aerial operation aims to restore balance in Hūnua forests
Top 10 leafy lunch spots in the city centre
We are nurturing more natural spaces for you to enjoy - check out our city centre parks
From rubbish to rodents: five things you can do to help protect the Hauraki Gulf this summer
With more boats expected on the water, Auckland Council is urging boaties to do their bit to protect this unique environment and here’s how you can help.
Bringing Pōhutukawa Glade back to life
Work is now under way to bring Pōhutukawa Glade, a much-loved Karekare reserve in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park, back to life.
Further upgrades at Takarunga / Mt Victoria to enhance visitor experience
The Tūpuna Maunga Authority is continuing its programme of improvements at Takarunga / Mt Victoria in Devonport.
Feedback sought on future recreational use for A F Thomas Park
Public consultation about this park on the North Shore runs from 20 October, through to 23 November 2025.
Auckland’s playgrounds get a lift
Consider these play spaces an open invitation to step outside, breathe deep, and remember that some of the best moments can be found on a swing, a slide, or at the top of a climbing structure.
Stay AND Play – things to do at and around Auckland Council Holiday Parks
Make the most of school holidays and book a spot where you can stay AND play, at any one of Auckland Council's three holiday parks.
Auckland Council ranger uniforms find new life supporting conservation in Fiji
Auckland Council has extended its commitment to environmental stewardship beyond New Zealand’s shores, donating surplus regional parks ranger uniforms to support conservation efforts in Fiji.
Pūkekawa Auckland Domain highlights include restorative gardening trial
A new approach to the way Auckland Council maintains and improves local parks is under way in an exciting pilot project at Auckland’s oldest park.
5 of the best ways to enjoy spring in Auckland
Tāmaki Makaurau is one of the first parts of Aotearoa to enjoy spring.
Spring into action: Refresh, reconnect and get ready for the season ahead
The arrival of spring isn’t just a change in temperatures, it’s a call to action for Aucklanders to embrace the season, refresh their homes and their spirits, and prepare for whatever nature throws our way.
Ongoing opportunity to trade at Muriwai
Auckland Council once again invites mobile food vendors to apply for the opportunity this summer, and the next, to cater for thousands of visitors to the renowned west coast destination of Muriwai Regional Park.
Council progresses Deed of Acknowledgement for Waitākere Ranges
Auckland Council’s Policy and Planning Committee has today made a key decision to support the proposed Deed of Acknowledgement for the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area, and to establish a Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Forum.
Giving our wetlands a watery hug
Drive along any Auckland motorway and eventually you’ll see tidal areas with shelly banks and pūkeko.
Kaitiakitanga and community at the heart of Deed of Acknowledgement
More than 2,200 people and organisations have shared their views on a proposed Deed of Acknowledgement for the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area (WRHA).
