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Sports / Leisure 31 Mar 2017

WATCH: All Blacks reveal their secret training ground

Here's a clue: It's big, beautiful and available to all of us.

Sports / Leisure 28 Mar 2017

Woman changes lifetime of bad habits to lose 43kg

When Sue French joined the Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre in Whangaparaoa three years ago she was 106kg and had an extremely high risk of developing cancer and cardiovascular disease.

Sports / Leisure 20 Mar 2017

Celebrate Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre's upgrade

The recently upgraded centre is holding a fun-filled family open day, with group fitness class tasters, pool inflatables for the kids, free health checks and more.

Playgrounds 2 Mar 2017

Playground review: New-look playground for Pukekohe

This beloved play area has been given a refresh, but don't worry – the Roktopus is still there, along with all the other old favourites.

Pools 1 Mar 2017

Learning to swim is just one piece of the puzzle

Watersafe responds to calls for greater access to swimming education for all Kiwi kids.

Beaches 22 Feb 2017

Five free places for a fun family day out

We’ve picked some of our favourite Auckland spots to take the family and make the most of the last few weeks of warm weather.

Community 11 Jan 2017

Discover these heritage sites in our city

The Auckland region is a treasure trove of heritage gems, and the long heady days of summer are a wonderful time to explore them.

Cycling 16 Dec 2016

Bagels and bikes: Why Angie loves her ride

Auckland Transport is telling the stories of Aucklanders who love riding in the city. Find out why Angie from St Johns enjoys her cycle-powered shopping run.

Cycling 28 Nov 2016

Celebrating the Northwestern Cycleway

Community celebration marks progress made on improved cycle path.

Sports / Leisure 17 Nov 2016

LPGA tournament to boost Auckland's visitor economy

Auckland is set to host the LPGA-sanctioned McKayson New Zealand Open next year, showcasing the city to its three main visitor markets, China, the USA and Australia.

Cycling 8 Nov 2016

1.7 million reasons to cycle in Auckland

For the year of September 2015 to August 2016, 1.66 million cycle trips were recorded across 14 monitored sites in Auckland, an increase of 8.8 per cent on the previous 12 months.

Community 18 Oct 2016

Eventful year pumps $85m into Auckland economy

Auckland’s massive 2014/2015 line-up of events – which included two world cups – has pumped more than $85 million into the regional economy.

Sports / Leisure 18 Oct 2016

Video: Action-packed weekend for V8 Supercars fans

Be at Pukekohe Park Raceway this weekend as Australia and New Zealand go head to head in an action-filled battle that promises to be another epic trans-Tasman battle!

Community 18 Oct 2016

What is Freedom of the City?

Find out more about what it means to be honoured with Freedom of the City.

Sports / Leisure 10 Oct 2016

Half-million dollar boost to sports groups

Applications are open until 25 November for a share of a $508,000 fund to support sport and recreation organisations.

Cycling 5 Oct 2016

500 days until Auckland hosts World Masters Games

In April 2017, Auckland will host the World Masters Games 2017.