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Kids / Family 12 Sep 2023

11 places to see baby farm animals in Auckland this spring

Spring has sprung and the days are getting longer. Now is the perfect time to go animal spotting.

Kids / Family 11 Sep 2023

Exciting school holiday events ahead with Auckland Council

Spring into the school holidays with an array of exhilarating and family-friendly events that will excite even the hardest-to-please member of your whānau.

14-24 year olds 21 Jul 2023

Young leaders show the way in fight to enhance the health of Manukau Harbour

Young people are taking a hands-on role in preserving the Manukau Harbour.

14-24 year olds 20 Jul 2023

Clubs already winners as World Cup kicks off

With just hours before the Football Ferns kicked off against Norway to launch the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Auckland councillor Daniel Newman says many clubs across the city, including at Papakura, are already winners.

Kids / Family 6 Jul 2023

Five ways to beat the winter blues

It might be dark and dreary outside, but these mood-boosting activities can help you beat the blues this winter.

Kids / Family 30 Jun 2023

Engage all five senses with activities to soothe the soul

Let your five senses take you on an adventure to discover the sights, sounds, smells, textures and tastes of Tāmaki Makaurau.

14-24 year olds 26 Jun 2023

Young environmental leaders step up

Young environmental leaders have attended a sustainability wānanga.

Kids / Family 31 May 2023

Four all-weather indoor activities to keep the kids entertained

Too wet and cold to go to the park? These fun indoor activities are sure to keep the kids entertained when the weather isn't playing ball.

Community 30 Mar 2023

Holiday break fun with Auckland Council

If you’re wondering what to do to keep the family busy and entertained, we’ve got you covered. Auckland Council has a raft of holidays activities catering to a range of ages.

Summer 16 Jan 2023

Fantastic splash pads across Auckland

Splash pads are a fun, safe option for kids of all ages to get wet and wild, so get splashing.

Summer 22 Dec 2022

Events across the region

Discover what's on near you and across the region this summer, from live music to movies, sports, family fun and more.

Community 16 Dec 2022

Māngere Centre Park playground opens

Māngere Centre Park’s playground has just been revitalised with a rainbow of upgrades.

Summer 5 Dec 2022

Great outdoor swimming spots and splashpads

Auckland is blessed with a long and beautiful coastline, but you don't have to hit the beach to go for a splash this summer.

Community 4 Nov 2022

Stay safe around fireworks

Stay safe and look after your pets around Guy Fawkes this year.

Kids / Family 28 Oct 2022

Tigers and crocs: bringing South East Asia to Auckland

There’s no better time to visit Auckland Zoo, with its centenary year heralding new animal habitats and species including the extraordinary Sunda gharial crocodile.

14-24 year olds 29 Sep 2022

Manurewa kapa haka group to travel to Italy

A group of young Manurewa residents have been awarded local board funding to help them travel to Italy for a cultural festival.