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Parks / Outdoors 25 Oct 2024

Fall in love with camping at one of Auckland’s regional parks

Enjoy one of Auckland Council's many campgrounds and campsites.

Arts 19 Oct 2024

Retro arcade machines meet art in the latest interactive exhibition at Studio One - Toi Tū

Retro arcade machines are transformed into art installations at Studio One - Toi Tū, Auckland Council’s community art facility in Ponsonby, this month.

Libraries 2 Oct 2024

Eight ways to make the school holidays magical for the whole family!

School holidays are just around the corner, and with them come a vast array of options to keep the whānau entertained for the duration of the break. 

Community 13 Sep 2024

Where to for popular Waiuku park?

The first steps towards planning a new future for Hamilton Estate in Waiuku have been taken.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Sep 2024

Spring into action and book an affordable holiday escape in Tāmaki Makaurau

Consider your next weekend or mid-weed plans sorted! Book an affordable holiday escape in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Playgrounds 1 Aug 2024

10 Auckland playgrounds you won't want to miss

Where in Auckland can you find a rocket, volcano, pyramid, tree hut or real-life snakes and ladders?

Community 15 Jul 2024

Christmas gets a bit of a boost

Santa and his mates have had a bit of Papakura Local Board help.

Beaches 10 May 2024

Forum backs Coastguard appeal

A collaborative, community-based approach will be vital in reducing the number of preventative drownings on the Manukau, Coastguard has told the Manukau Harbour Forum.

Environment 6 May 2024

5 ways to take care of Mother Earth this Mother’s Day

Enjoy the outdoors with your mum this Mother’s Day and learn how to make Mother Earth thrive year-round.

Kids / Family 22 Mar 2024

11 exciting adventures to keep the kids entertained this April school holidays

Kia ora whānau! It’s school holidays time and that means plenty of time for activities for the whole family!

Kids / Family 7 Feb 2024

Four fun ideas for a family day out

Everyone deserves a treat now and then, and enjoying a family day out can create memories of fun to cherish for years to come.

Community 16 Oct 2023

Children learn how to build a solid future

Pakuranga Heights students have swapped the classroom for the garden, although they've had to build them first!

Kids / Family 30 Jun 2023

Engage all five senses with activities to soothe the soul

Let your five senses take you on an adventure to discover the sights, sounds, smells, textures and tastes of Tāmaki Makaurau.

Kids / Family 31 May 2023

Four all-weather indoor activities to keep the kids entertained

Too wet and cold to go to the park? These fun indoor activities are sure to keep the kids entertained when the weather isn't playing ball.

Summer 23 Feb 2023

Karangahape Road’s colourful past and bright future

With its unique atmosphere and colourful history, you'll soon discover why Auckland's Karangahape Road was named the sixth coolest street in the world.

Pools 5 Dec 2022

Great outdoor swimming spots and splashpads

Auckland is blessed with a long and beautiful coastline, but you don't have to hit the beach to go for a splash this summer.