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Parks / Outdoors 24 Feb 2017

Meet student park ranger Ellice

Ellice is in her final year studying for a Bachelor of Science, majoring in conservation and environmental science. She is one of the Auckland Council 2016/2017 student park rangers and says the highlight of her summer has been gecko monitoring.

14-24 year olds 21 Feb 2017

Playground review: Mission Bay

Located in Selwyn Reserve next to one of Auckland's most famous beaches, this playground is a very popular spot all year round.

Community 14 Feb 2017

Youthful city plan progresses

Auckland Council today released its I Am Auckland Status Report, marking three years of progress in the city-wide strategic action plan for children and young people.

14-24 year olds 14 Feb 2017

Playground review: Tui Glen Reserve

This treetop-themed playground in Henderson is a true destination and is often buzzing with kids.

Beaches 10 Feb 2017

Upgraded water quality guide considered

A significant upgrade of Auckland’s Safeswim beach water quality monitoring programme is being considered by Auckland Council.

Parks / Outdoors 31 Jan 2017

Council takes cemetery issues seriously

Auckland Cemeteries has unreservedly apologised to a family following the concurrent booking of two burial ceremonies at Papakura South Cemetery.

Heritage 31 Jan 2017

Fancy a fright this Friday the 13th?

So, have you heard the story about the Newton Ghost?

Community 24 Jan 2017

Ironmāori helping whānau to succeed

Find out how Ironmāori changed the life of North Shore's Ashley Te Whare

Community 30 Dec 2016

Check it's all right before you light

Throughout summer, a restricted fire season is in place on the mainland to reduce the risk of fires in rural communities.

Beaches 28 Dec 2016

Top water safety tips

Enjoy Auckland's beautiful water over raumati, but remember: kia tūpato (be careful) and stay safe out there.

Environment 22 Dec 2016

From pet hedgehogs to noisy cows: Quirky calls to council call centres

This year has been another busy one for Auckland Council, and that’s certainly been reflected at the council’s contact centres, where phones have been ringing off the hook.