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Akl Paths 1 Jan 2021

Explore and play in south Auckland

Exploring Auckland’s paths is a great opportunity to combine exercise with helping the kids burn off some energy and having some fun.

Sports / Leisure 21 Dec 2020

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.

Sports / Leisure 21 Dec 2020

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.

Community 3 Dec 2020

Mermaid tail a fish out of water

Mermaid tails not suitable in public pools

Parks / Outdoors 4 Nov 2020

The gems on our doorstep

Explore the abundance of hidden gems across Tāmaki Makaurau, support Auckland’s recovery and make the most of everything our region has to offer.

Sports / Leisure 16 Oct 2020

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.

Environment 6 Oct 2020

Enjoy the outdoors and take care of our kauri this weekend

The weather’s looking perfect for the long weekend, perfect enough to draw many thousands of Aucklanders and visitors into the great outdoors.

Sports / Leisure 1 Sep 2020

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.

Cultural 6 Jul 2020

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.

Community 21 Feb 2020

Events in Auckland pick up the PACE!

The council's Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee allocates Regional Events Funding

Sports / Leisure 31 Jan 2020

Auckland youth benefit from council grants

Sports and Recreation Grants awarded by Auckland Council are helping the region's young people.

Sports / Leisure 15 Jan 2020

Seven health benefits of camping

Make the most of your summer and discover the health benefits of camping here in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Sports / Leisure 15 Jan 2020

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.

Beaches 17 Dec 2019

Be a happy camper this summer

Our regional parks offer something for everyone, whether you’re a glamper, camper or outdoor survivalist.

Walkways 16 Dec 2019

Ranger recommendations: Whakanewha Regional Park

See Ranger Dan Beauchamp's favourite things to do at Whakanewha Regional Park.

Sports / Leisure 2 Dec 2019

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.