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Cycle and skate your way into the outdoors
From smooth cycle paths suitable for family outings to skateparks ideal for those intent on achieving a bit more air, getting the wheels rolling is a great way to be active.
Applications open for $15 million Sport and Recreation Facilities fund
Auckland Council is investing $15.3 million to support the sport and recreation sector to develop facilities across the region.
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.
Papakura Netball Centre gets new rubber surface
Auckland Council and other funders have delivered rubberised courts to the Papakura Netball Centre as part of a $2.3 million upgrade.
Council committed to working together for community sport
Review findings acknowledged and council committed to working together with national and regional sports organisations.
What Aucklanders need to know about the America’s Cup racing
Auckland is ready to come alive as the battle to claim the world’s oldest sporting trophy returns once again to our shores.
Summer at your local leisure centre
With swimming pools, gyms, group fitness classes and school holiday programmes for the kids – there’s heaps of ways for the whole whānau to be active and having fun this summer.
Thousands turn out for weekend's sailing
Thousands have turned out on land and on water, and millions have watched from their screens, to capture the start of the 36th America’s Cup presented by Prada this week in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Kick it, pass it, ride it - sport and recreation facilities SCORE!
Auckland Council’s Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee today approved applications totalling more than $9.9 million from the Sport and Recreation Facility Investment Fund.
Calling all City Skippers for the 36th America’s Cup
The hunt is on for volunteers to help bring Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland to life as part of its City Skippers volunteer programme for the 36th America’s Cup presented by PRADA.
Auckland events scene stacked for spring and summer
Auckland is gearing up for a spring season of major events, a prelude to a stacked summer schedule as the region looks forward to 2021 – the region’s largest planned year of major events.
Events in Auckland pick up the PACE!
The council's Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee allocates Regional Events Funding
Auckland youth benefit from council grants
Sports and Recreation Grants awarded by Auckland Council are helping the region's young people.
Free and fun ways to get fit this summer
Want to exercise but are put off by the cost? Don't be. For free workout equipment around Auckland, hit up these outdoor spots.
Five tips for setting your summer fitness goals
Auckland Council Pools and Leisure have your summer sorted to get you working towards your personal best.
