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14-24 year olds 29 Sep 2022

Manurewa kapa haka group to travel to Italy

A group of young Manurewa residents have been awarded local board funding to help them travel to Italy for a cultural festival.

Music 20 Sep 2022

Top youth talent to shine in town hall for the first time

Auckland’s best young talent will compete for top honours in the Auckland Town Hall for the first time ever. The final 26 emerged after the semifinals of Auckland Council’s Stand Up Stand Out (SUSO) talent competition took place over last weekend.

Kids / Family 26 Aug 2022

Six awesome Auckland slides to check out now

A guide to some of the most thrilling and unique slides in Auckland playgrounds.

Community 25 Aug 2022

Nine of the best skateparks in Auckland

Whether you are a rookie or a seasoned pro, there is a skatepark for everyone in Tāmaki Makaurau. So, drop in and feel the rush with our selection of Auckland’s hottest skateparks.

14-24 year olds 4 Aug 2022

Sale funds tagged to improve reserve

Proceeds from land sales could be used to improve Papakura parks.

14-24 year olds 2 Aug 2022

What will Pukekohe look like in the future?

Eke Panuku outlines plan for town

Libraries 1 Aug 2022

Over 100 ways to bring books to life at We Read Auckland

Bring the whānau and celebrate Auckland’s readers, writers and the stories that bring us together with Ka Pānui Tātau i Tāmaki Makaurau | We Read Auckland in August.

Community 6 Jul 2022

Auckland tamariki share their favourite school holiday spots

If you’re looking to experience something new with the family in Auckland, or want to rediscover an old favourite, our six tamariki tour guides have got you covered.

Dogs 29 Jun 2022

Are you a responsible pet owner?

Whether you’re a cat person or a dog person, fish fanatic or lizard lover, pets can bring great joy and companionship into our lives. 

Kids / Family 23 Jun 2022

Birds in the air

Matariki Festival provides great opportunities to have fun together with your loved ones thanks to the Māori tradition of kite flying.

Kids / Family 10 Jun 2022

Five stellar spots to see the stars this Matariki

It is time to turn your face to the north-eastern skies and peel your eyes for the constellation known as Matariki.

Kids / Family 9 Jun 2022

Nine ways to celebrate Matariki

As Tāmaki Makaurau gets ready for Matariki, here are nine ways you can celebrate the Māori New Year with whānau and friends - one for each star in the cluster.

Kids / Family 9 Jun 2022

Why South Head should be your next family outing

South Head boasts some of our region’s most picturesque beaches, lakes, views and paths, and a spectacular regional park to boot.

14-24 year olds 1 Jun 2022

Bob the Spraybot learns his lines!

Citycare Property's new line-marking robot proved a hit at Pukekohe North School.

Akl Paths 1 Jun 2022

Five ideas for a winter family walk

Check out these ideas for a winter hīkoi with the whānau, and some need-to-know tips before you head out there.