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Community 22 Jun 2017

Meet a conservation hero: Richard Hursthouse

OurAuckland talks to Conservation Hero Richard Hursthouse.

Parks / Outdoors 15 Jun 2017

Giant milestone for whitebait

Ten thousand giant kōkopu whitebait were welcomed into Tāwharanui Regional Park on Saturday 10 June – the largest reintroduction of whitebait in New Zealand to date.

Sports / Leisure 14 Jun 2017

Funding Auckland’s favourite things

Most people know that rates help pay for the council to collect rubbish, maintain roads and look after our parks. But did you know that rates also help fund many other things that make Auckland a great place to live?

Community 6 Jun 2017

Mayor launches Million Trees initiative

Mayor Phil Goff's programme to green our city by planting a million trees and shrubs across Auckland over three years will start with 170,000 plants in its first year.

14-24 year olds 30 May 2017

Playground review: Macleans Park

We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Macleans Park, Eastern Beach.

Parks / Outdoors 23 May 2017

Schizanthus shimmer in summer sun

The Auckland Domain Wintergarden is a wall of colour with a display of early-summer Schizanthus.

14-24 year olds 23 May 2017

Playground review: Mary Wilson Reserve

We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Mary Wilson Reserve, Rocky Bay, Waiheke Island.

14-24 year olds 16 May 2017

Playground review: Playtime Park

We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Playtime Park, Fynes Avenue, Stonefields.

Sports / Leisure 12 May 2017

Watch: Kiwi actress' guide to Auckland's secrets

Robyn Malcolm has been out exploring the region uncovering some of Auckland’s greatest treasures.

14-24 year olds 10 May 2017

Playground review: Ōtāhuhu Recreation Precinct

We’re taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Ōtāhuhu Recreation Precinct, 30 Mason Avenue, Ōtāhuhu.

14-24 year olds 20 Apr 2017

Schoolkids race to learn about sustainability

The Waitākere Ranges were the backdrop for an adventure race packed with sustainability challenges for over 60 teams from 10 Auckland schools earlier this month.

Community 31 Mar 2017

Council concerned at kayaker’s actions

Video circulating on social media and news sites of a kayaker going over the Hunua Falls has disappointed Auckland Council.

Environment 31 Mar 2017

New era for Auckland Council maintenance

Aucklanders can expect better maintenance of their local parks, buildings and open spaces from 1 July, thanks to a move that will also save money.

Music 23 Mar 2017

Auckland Council disappointed in George in the Park behaviour

The council is extremely disappointed to see and hear about the poor behaviour from a number of the attendees at George in the Park, says Events Manager David Burt.

Parks / Outdoors 13 Mar 2017

Auckland Council parks among best in the world

Auckland Council has received 11 prestigious Green Flag Awards, which recognise excellence in park management in terms of community involvement, public safety, maintenance and sustainability.

14-24 year olds 7 Mar 2017

Playground review: New and improved Western Park

This Freemans Bay hot spot is perfect for kids of all ages, from toddlers to mid-teens.