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Check out some great low-cost summer accommodation
If you’re dreaming of an affordable summer holiday by the beach that doesn’t involve hours of driving and having to pitch a tent, Auckland Council has a range of accommodation options to provide a dynamic experience.
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.
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.
Are you a responsible pet owner?
Whether you’re a cat person or a dog person, fish fanatic or lizard lover, pets can bring great joy and companionship into our lives.
Vector Lights presents: Whale Tales in Lights
Engaging light show brings Whale Tales to life on Auckland’s Harbour Bridge.
New basketball court opens in the Bays
It’s time to shoot hoops at the new 3x3 court located at Freyberg Park, Browns Bay.
Where do the children play?
Let the magic of your kids’ imaginations run wild with endless ways to play at Wynyard Quarter.
Sign of growing pride in Manurewa's Māori identity
New bilingual signs in a park bearing a name provided by mana whenua are just one of the ways Manurewa Local Board is showing pride in the area’s strong Māori identity and championing te reo Māori.
Walk your waterfront
To celebrate the new spaces and to share stories of Wynyard Quarter’s past, present and future, Eke Panuku has created an informative and interactive walking tour.
Walk 'n' Splore…and win!
There’s so much to see at Wynyard Quarter – buses, trams, fish and boats, there’s something interesting around every corner.
Netball courts take on new role
Netball makes way for chow mein, arts and crafts and even health checks at Manurewa's courts every Friday, and the local board couldn't be happier.
Auckland Museum transformation wins NZ Institute of Architects awards
The redevelopment of Auckland Museum’s South Atrium, Te Ao Mārama, has been recognised by the New Zealand Institute of Architects at their annual Auckland Architecture Awards.
Auckland Council leads the way at annual park awards
A successful night at the annual New Zealand Parks Awards for Auckland Council was topped off with Community Ranger Glenn Browne taking out the Parks Person of the Year.
Hundreds turn up for the Te Puhinui Big Clean 2021
Local whānau, community groups and businesses came out in force to participate in the ‘Te Puhinui Clean Up Day’ earlier this month.
