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Council news 4 Dec 2023

Green Flags to fly at parks and Tūpuna Maunga of Auckland

Four Auckland parks and one tūpuna maunga have received international Green Flag Awards for meeting global excellence quality measures.

Council news 4 Dec 2023

Auckland parks receive international award

Auckland Council’s park management has been hailed as world-leading by an international panel of judges from the World Urban Parks (WUP) network.

Council news 1 Dec 2023

Arataki Visitor Centre reopens

For the first time since February this year, the Arataki Visitor Centre, seen as the gateway to the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park, is set to welcome visitors again in time for the summer.

Parks / Outdoors 27 Nov 2023

Best Auckland walks reopen for summer

Check out some of Auckland's best walks for the Summer period

Council news 20 Oct 2023

Public health warning lifted for Lake Wainamu

Recent water testing returned positive for leptospira (the bacteria that causes leptospirosis) at Lake Wainamu and we’re asking the public to avoid direct contact with the lake and the stream while further testing is carried out.

Council news 2 Oct 2023

Auckland Council secures land to expand iconic Auckland Botanic Gardens

Auckland Council has purchased 1.6 hectares (4 acres) of land on Hill Road in Manurewa to extend the iconic Auckland Botanic Gardens and protect access to this treasured park.

Cleaning up our environment 28 Sep 2023

Cats add to Māui dolphin's plight

Everyone knows cats are a threat to birds, but they are also a problem for Māui dolphins.

Parks / Outdoors 27 Sep 2023

Auckland’s best cardio climbs for running, or walking, up that hill

Looking for a cardio boost? These walking tracks across Auckland have hills, bumps, stairs and more to get your heart racing while taking in panoramic views.

Parks / Outdoors 27 Sep 2023

Top ten must-visit destinations for Aucklanders

Enjoy the best of what Auckland has to offer and let yourself be re-introduced to the beauty of our region.

Beaches 26 Sep 2023

Beach it up in Ōrewa - Aucklanders, your fun family holiday is only an hour away

Looking for a low-stress family holiday option that’s within an hour’s drive? Ōrewa is the ultimate beachside staycation.

Kids / Family 12 Sep 2023

11 places to see baby farm animals in Auckland this spring

Spring has sprung and the days are getting longer. Now is the perfect time to go animal spotting.

Kids / Family 11 Sep 2023

Exciting school holiday events ahead with Auckland Council

Spring into the school holidays with an array of exhilarating and family-friendly events that will excite even the hardest-to-please member of your whānau.

Parks / Outdoors 31 Jul 2023

Celebrate World Ranger Day with Auckland Council Park Rangers

On 31 July, we celebrate World Ranger Day to honour and appreciate the efforts of rangers around the world.

Council news 27 Jul 2023

The impact of storm damage across parks and community facilities in Tāmaki Makaurau

Public parks, facilities and open spaces across Tāmaki Makaurau took a battering during the severe weather events of January and February, but council teams have been working hard to make repairs, clean-up damage, restore assets in a more resilien...

14-24 year olds 21 Jul 2023

Young leaders show the way in fight to enhance the health of Manukau Harbour

Young people are taking a hands-on role in preserving the Manukau Harbour.

14-24 year olds 20 Jul 2023

Clubs already winners as World Cup kicks off

With just hours before the Football Ferns kicked off against Norway to launch the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Auckland councillor Daniel Newman says many clubs across the city, including at Papakura, are already winners.