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Sports / Leisure 13 Jun 2019

$508,000 awarded to sport and recreation projects

Thirteen organisations will receive a combined $508,000 of funding as part of the council’s regional sport and recreation grants programme.

Sports / Leisure 15 May 2019

Netball, table tennis, hockey and BMX among sports to receive $5m council funding

Auckland Council has agreed $5 million in funding to eight sports organisations across Auckland in the first funding round from its new Sports and Recreation Fund.

Beaches 20 Feb 2019

Summer adventures in and around Tāmaki Makaurau

Try the latest trend in travel and tour new locations and activities around the region.

Sports / Leisure 25 Jan 2019

Grant applications open to get Aucklanders active

Apply now for an Auckland Council’s Regional Sport and Recreation Grant.

Beaches 11 Jan 2019

How to relax and recharge in Auckland this summer

Here are four ways to get a bit of peace and quiet this summer in Auckland.

Sports / Leisure 7 Dec 2018

Time for boaties to check their safety equipment

Auckland's Harbourmaster is reminding everyone to stay safe on the water this summer.

Sports / Leisure 8 Nov 2018

Stay safe this Water Safety Week

Check out our tips for staying safe around water this Water Safety Week, 9-13 November.

Sports / Leisure 2 Oct 2018

Auckland amateur sport continues to benefit from Games

28 sports organisations share more of World Masters Games 2017's success.

Sports / Leisure 25 Sep 2018

Help save lives this summer

Applications are closing soon for paid lifeguard positions at pools across Auckland this summer.

Community 23 Aug 2018

Celebrating Auckland – funding for regional events

Auckland Council’s Community Development and Safety Committee has approved $408,000 in funding for regional events.

Kids / Family 26 Jul 2018

10 great days out in Auckland

Which one would you choose?

Sports / Leisure 24 Jul 2018

Nine ways you can get moving today

Here are nine ideas to get you moving the next time your exercise motivation is flagging.

Arts 19 Jul 2018

Eight free things to do in Auckland

Low on funds this winter? Here are some ideas on how to get the best of Auckland for free.

Pools 12 Jul 2018

How to get fit in just 30 minutes

Get fit fast with our 30-minute tailored workouts for busy people.

Sports / Leisure 11 Jul 2018

Five things you may not know about exercise

Exercise is great for us and something we need to do regularly, no matter how hard it is to get started.

Sports / Leisure 2 Jul 2018

Tips for making exercise a regular part of your week

Exercising can sometimes feel like a chore, so how can we find the motivation to be active regularly?