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The Best of the Heritage Fest

Presented by Auckland Council, the Auckland Heritage Festival returns with the theme of ‘Peace, Love and Protest’

Boosts for regional parks and community assets as $50 million invested in Tāmaki Makaurau

Local boards’ decisions on the council’s direct provision of early childhood education

The impacted local boards have made their decisions regarding the future of Auckland Council’s Kauri Kids early childhood education (ECE) centres.

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.

Creating accessible play spaces

Across our region, Auckland Council owns and maintains 887 destination and neighbourhood playgrounds and play spaces, with 129 locations having accessible equipment that are suitable for a range of accessibility needs.

We heard you, Auckland – your feedback on our Annual Budget

More than 40,000 Aucklanders had their say on Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Budget 2023/2024, the largest amount of feedback received for any public consultation by the council.

Boards find better ways to work together

Auckland's southern local boards are coming together to co-operate in areas where their interests are shared.

Tornado update: building assessments underway and CDC to close at 5pm

AEM and Auckland Council has today focussed on surveying the extent of the damaged caused by the tornado, coordinating building assessments and clean-up efforts.

Three outdoor activities for Easter family fun in Auckland

There's more to this long weekend than chocolate! Check out these fun outdoor activities across Auckland to entertain the whole family.

Cultural festival returns to celebrate Auckland’s diversity

Auckland Council’s World of Cultures returns this month to celebrate the incredible cultural diversity of Tāmaki Makaurau.

South's councillors urge public to speak up

Councillors from across the south are urging residents to make their voices heard on the city’s proposed Annual Budget, open for consultation from noon on 28 February to 11pm on 28 March.

Auckland Council preparing facilities ahead of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle

See which Auckland Council community facilities and venues will close in advance of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle

Three of the best east coast beaches in Auckland

Auckland's east coast is home to some of the best beaches in the region.

Decking the region out with festive joy

From carol singing through light displays to small festive festivals, there is something to help get you into the spirit of the season.

Update: Auckland local election wards progress results

Progress results are now available to view for Auckland's 2022 local elections.

Enjoy a day out with the Auckland Heritage Festival

A guide to the many family-friendly and free or low-cost events, activities, talks and workshops in the Auckland Heritage Festival.