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Community 24 Jul 2017

Blooming marvellous! Auckland Botanic Gardens receives top award

Auckland Botanic Gardens has received a Qualmark Award.

14-24 year olds 20 Jun 2017

A day out in Auckland for cost of a public transport fare

There’s plenty to see and do around the region that doesn’t cost the earth – and even better, you can get to these locations by simply jumping on a bus, train or ferry.

Kids / Family 7 Jun 2017

Kauri Kids: A place that feels like home

Kauri Kids Papatoetoe Head Teacher Anne Valeli has a true passion for teaching and helping our youngest Aucklanders grow into confident, happy children who are well-equipped for the next stages of life.

Heritage 19 May 2017

Celebrating our marvellous museums

Take a look at some of the wonderful things that can be explored in Auckland’s museums.

Kids / Family 8 May 2017

Rates of obese 4-year-olds drop

The Auckland Regional Public Health Service says rates of obese pre-schoolers are dropping, but adults tip the scales.

Educational 12 Apr 2017

Zoo Tales: A slice of Africa this Easter

Auckland Zoo’s new African savannah opens on Good Friday 25 March.

Community 10 Apr 2017

Help these harvesters make the most of windfall

A charity that picks and distributes fresh fruit and preserves to food banks is on the hunt for volunteers.

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.

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.

Dogs 29 Dec 2016

Make sure your dog's happy at home or away

Before you head off to the beach or bach, have a think about how your dog will cope – whether they’re coming with you or staying behind.

Community 22 Dec 2016

Watch: Boys thank their rubbish collector with Christmas present

Five-year-old Alexis Goatley’s biggest hero is Terrance, the rubbish collector who passes by in his truck every week.

Environment 22 Dec 2016

Check online before taking the plunge

Checking the water quality of your favourite swimming spot is now much easier, thanks to a new feature on the Land, Air and Water Aotearoa website.

Community 20 Dec 2016

Playground review: Fun for littlies in Herne Bay

The play equipment at Salisbury Reserve is perfect for smaller children, particularly preschoolers or younger.

Educational 16 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Strangely Beautiful Australia

Join Ectotherm and Birds curator Richard Gibson on a sneak peek tour through the zoo's newest precinct before it opens to visitors on 17 December.

Environment 9 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Time for a turtle check-up

The new Strangely Beautiful Australia opens to zoo visitors on Saturday 17 December and these Eastern snake-necked turtles will call it home.

Educational 2 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Meerkat mealtime

Carnivore keeper Ellie loves looking after our mischievous mob of meerkats.