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Parks / Outdoors
Green Flags to fly at parks and Tūpuna Maunga of Auckland
Four Auckland parks and one tūpuna maunga have received international Green Flag Awards for meeting global excellence quality measures.
Auckland parks receive international award
Auckland Council’s park management has been hailed as world-leading by an international panel of judges from the World Urban Parks (WUP) network.
Arataki Visitor Centre reopens
For the first time since February this year, the Arataki Visitor Centre, seen as the gateway to the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park, is set to welcome visitors again in time for the summer.
Best Auckland walks reopen for summer
Check out some of Auckland's best walks for the Summer period
Public health warning lifted for Lake Wainamu
Recent water testing returned positive for leptospira (the bacteria that causes leptospirosis) at Lake Wainamu and we’re asking the public to avoid direct contact with the lake and the stream while further testing is carried out.
Auckland Council secures land to expand iconic Auckland Botanic Gardens
Auckland Council has purchased 1.6 hectares (4 acres) of land on Hill Road in Manurewa to extend the iconic Auckland Botanic Gardens and protect access to this treasured park.
Cats add to Māui dolphin's plight
Everyone knows cats are a threat to birds, but they are also a problem for Māui dolphins.
Auckland’s best cardio climbs for running, or walking, up that hill
Looking for a cardio boost? These walking tracks across Auckland have hills, bumps, stairs and more to get your heart racing while taking in panoramic views.
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.
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.
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.
Spring into action this season with these budget-friendly exercise ideas
Stay active in spring with these budget-friendly ideas.
Celebrate World Ranger Day with Auckland Council Park Rangers
On 31 July, we celebrate World Ranger Day to honour and appreciate the efforts of rangers around the world.
The impact of storm damage across parks and community facilities in Tāmaki Makaurau
Public parks, facilities and open spaces across Tāmaki Makaurau took a battering during the severe weather events of January and February, but council teams have been working hard to make repairs, clean-up damage, restore assets in a more resilien...
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.
