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Great walks for your family
A refreshing walk in your local area is one of life’s simple pleasures. It’s good for the soul, the mind and the body. Here are three of our favourite walks you can do with your family.
Care advised for vehicles accessing Muriwai Beach
Muriwai Beach is once again open for vehicle access as part of the COVID-19 alert level step change, but drivers are reminded that rules must be followed for the safety of other beach users – and that Auckland is still in Alert Level 3 (Step 1).
The National Erebus Memorial, Te Paerangi Ataata – Sky Song
The National Erebus Memorial project is being sponsored and led by the Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage (MCH).
Auckland Council asks Aucklanders to stay safe for first weekend at Alert Level 3
As the region approaches its first weekend in Alert Level 3, Auckland Council is asking Aucklanders to keep following the rules and stay local to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
New vehicle management measures for Muriwai Beach
Auckland Council’s Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee has approved the introduction of a range of measures to better manage and control motorised vehicles accessing Te Oneone Rangatira / Muriwai Beach.
Board commits to Puhinui plan
The Puhinui Regeneration Strategy: Te Whakaoranga o te Puhinui, has been endorsed by Manurewa Local Board and Auckland Council will be one of its founding signatories.
Upgrade on the way for Te Puru
With improved facilities on the way for Pukekohe’s Bledisloe Park, a similar upgrade has been confirmed for Te Puru Park at Beachlands.
New Long Bay parkland to complete Heritage Protection Area
Over 3000 square metres of coveted land adjoining Long Bay Regional Park has been purchased by Auckland Council, completing the 18-hectare Heritage Protection Area.
Celebrating our amazing rangers
31 July is World Ranger Day and is a chance for us all to say thank you to our incredible parks people.
Help design a new Hobsonville park
Upper Harbour Local Board is asking Scott Point residents to help finalise the design of a new park.
New basketball court opens in the Bays
It’s time to shoot hoops at the new 3x3 court located at Freyberg Park, Browns Bay.
Tamariki prepare for challenge
Youngsters from across Manurewa are training for their Te Rima 101 challenge.
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.
Major track upgrades begin on Māngere Mountain
Significant track enhancements are about to begin on Te Pane o Mataoho / Te Ara Pueru / Māngere Mountain aimed at preserving historic pā features and providing a safer, enhanced visitor experience.
