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Enjoy a weekend getaway at these council cottages and baches
From cosy cottages to beachside baches, Auckland Council has a wide range of accommodation options to choose from.
Recovery work continues in Auckland’s western regional parks
The Auckland Anniversary weekend floods and Cyclone Gabrielle resulted in damage in some areas of our regional parks. For safety reasons, Muriwai Regional Park currently remains closed and there is no access to multiple tracks in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park.
Manukau Harbour Forum plans to plant
Manukau Harbour Forum will use unspent funds to buy native plants to improve the harbour's health.
Five short all-weather walks in Auckland
Don't let the weather dampen your spirits! Come rain or shine, these five short walks across Auckland are great for the whole family.
Three new Auckland parks awarded prestigious Green Flag
Walmsley and Underwood Park, Totara Park and North Shore Memorial Park have joined seven other Auckland Council parks as being recognised as some of the best green spaces in the world in the annual Green Flag Awards.
Pukekawa / Auckland Domain helped to protect low lying areas in flooding events
Pukekawa / Auckland Domain, like many other parks, played a critical role in retaining flood waters during the recent severe weather events.
Three Auckland parks to discover this autumn
Whether you're after family fun, off-leash puppy playdates or coastal splendour, the parks of Auckland have got you covered.
Select areas in west coast regional parks to open on 1 April
As we move to recovery, select areas within Te Rau Pūriri Regional Park and parts of the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park will be re-opening on Saturday 1 April.
Where to go this Easter weekend – while staying away from the west
Tāmaki Makaurau is home to an array of regional parks, campgrounds, beaches and walks and Auckland Council has you covered for ways to explore the great outdoors this Easter weekend.
Fall in love with Tāwharanui Regional Park
When it comes to Tāmaki Makaurau’s most loved regional parks, there’s a good reason why Tāwharanui is a favourite among many Aucklanders – once you set foot on its white-sand shores, you’ll be forever smitten.
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.
Four stunning sunset spots in Auckland
With its beaches, maunga and grassy reserves, you’re spoilt for choice with spots in Tāmaki Makaurau where you can turn to the west and enjoy a magical sky on a fine evening.
Botanic Gardens become a classroom
Hundreds of children have taken part in Eye on Nature learning sessions.
Great spots for dog walking in Auckland
On-leash or off, there are heaps of exciting dog walking areas for you to discover across Auckland.
Jon Turner has returned as Manukau Harbour Forum chair.
Turner returns to Manukau Harbour Forum
Experienced Manukau Harbour guardians Jon Turner and Alan Cole have been returned as chair and deputy of Auckland Council’s Manukau Harbour Forum.
Three shared paths that can be enjoyed by everyone
With access for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and strollers, these shared paths make it easy for everyone to explore Auckland's outdoor spaces.
