Hero image

News

Kids / Family

Libraries 29 Jan 2020

Record numbers of budding book worms take part in summer reading programme

More than 13,000 Auckland children joined Kia Māia te Whai Dare to Explore this summer.

Kids / Family 15 Jan 2020

Why we celebrate Auckland Anniversary Day

The history behind Auckland Anniversary Day.

Heritage 11 Dec 2019

Auckland Heritage Festival Diary - Kids and Families

Explore some of the Auckland Heritage Festival highlights for kids and families.

Community 5 Dec 2019

Waving farewell to Santa

This is the final year for a familiar face on Auckland’s Queen Street after Santa's first appearance in 1960.

Environment 25 Nov 2019

Zoo’s new membership offer perfect for Christmas

Become a new Friends of the Zoo member between now and 31 December for year-round access to some of the world’s most extraordinary wildlife.

Environment 8 Nov 2019

Calculate and reduce your carbon footprint with FutureFit

Assess your carbon footprint using FutureFit and find out how you can make small changes that make a big difference.

Sports / Leisure 30 Oct 2019

Auckland is the place to be this weekend

Auckland is the place to be this weekend as it highlights artisan food, petrol-fuelled toys and the rugby league.

Environment 20 Sep 2019

Wild Child: Helping kids experience nature

Meet Glenn Browne who is helping children understand their natural environment.

Heritage 20 Sep 2019

Heritage Festival Diary: Week One Highlights

Check out the Heritage Festival programme, with events running from 5 to 28 October.

Transport 20 Sep 2019

Free child fares on public transport at weekends

Children aged 5 to 15 can now travel free on Auckland Transport’s bus, train and select ferry services during weekends and public holidays.

Exhibition 2 Sep 2019

Behind The Scenes Competition

Be in to win one of three money-can't-buy experiences at Auckland Museum, Auckland Libraries and the Zoo.

Kids / Family 20 Aug 2019

Animals take to the sky at Ambury Farm Day

Auckland kite maker Peter Clarke has been involved with the family-fun day since its inception, making the day a success for all Aucklanders.

14-24 year olds 5 Aug 2019

Helping children’s creativity shine

The Creative Communities Scheme is calling for applications for 2019/2020. The funding round closes on 30 August 2019.

Dogs 1 Jul 2019

Adorable adoptables from Auckland's shelters

Meet some of the adorable adoptables available at Auckland’s main animal shelters.

Community 16 May 2019

Council staff get behind Pink Shirt Day

Pink Shirt Day on Friday 17 May is encouraging people to speak up, stand together and stop bullying.

Dogs 4 Apr 2019

Adorable adoptables from Auckland's shelters

Meet some of the adorable adoptables available at Auckland’s main animal shelters.