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COVID-19 12 Sep 2022

Upcoming changes to COVID-19 restrictions at Auckland Council facilities following traffic light announcement

Face masks no longer required at Auckland Council facilities from Tuesday 13 September.

Pools 8 Dec 2021

Three must-visit swimming spots

Auckland is not short of swimming spots. Have you been to these three out-of-the-ordinary city beaches?

Pools 1 Dec 2021

Staying safe around pools this summer

Summer’s here and Auckland Council is urging pool owners to keep vigilant as the weather heats up.

Sports / Leisure 22 Jul 2021

On the lookout for the next generation of aquatic superstars

Now is the perfect opportunity to don your swimwear and start training to become part of Auckland’s next generation of aquatic superstars.

Pools 4 Mar 2021

Clean pools valued by Auckland families

Ensuring high water quality standards is a primary focus for Auckland Council's Pools and leisure centres.

Community 3 Dec 2020

Mermaid tail a fish out of water

Mermaid tails not suitable in public pools

Sports / Leisure 31 Jul 2019

Keeping you safe in the water

Keeping people safe and active is a challenging job for our team of qualified lifeguards.

Pools 6 Dec 2018

No time to be casual about pool safety

Chantal Kerlin shares her story to encourage parents to educate themselves about pool safety.

Sports / Leisure 8 Nov 2018

Stay safe this Water Safety Week

Check out our tips for staying safe around water this Water Safety Week, 9-13 November.

Sports / Leisure 25 Sep 2018

Help save lives this summer

Applications are closing soon for paid lifeguard positions at pools across Auckland this summer.

Pools 12 Jul 2018

How to get fit in just 30 minutes

Get fit fast with our 30-minute tailored workouts for busy people.

Sports / Leisure 11 Jul 2018

Five things you may not know about exercise

Exercise is great for us and something we need to do regularly, no matter how hard it is to get started.

Sports / Leisure 2 Jul 2018

Tips for making exercise a regular part of your week

Exercising can sometimes feel like a chore, so how can we find the motivation to be active regularly?

Kids / Family 21 Jun 2018

Let’s get it to zero, Auckland!

Auckland Council and Drowning Prevention Auckland are calling on Aucklanders to reduce the number of drownings in home pools.

Sports / Leisure 14 Mar 2018

New splash pads are a hit

Two new ANZ splash pads have been providing some relief to Auckland's unrelenting humidity.

14-24 year olds 20 Dec 2017

Auckland’s newest splash pad opens

New splash pad in Stanmore Bay opens.