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Free and low-cost summer fun for your whānau
Summer days are here, and for tamariki that means hours and hours of uninterrupted play time.
It’s time to go outside and play! Celebrate Play Week with Auckland Council
Auckland Council is proud to support Play Week Aotearoa from 6 – 12 November, and encourages tamariki, whānau and communities to get out and play!
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...
Creating accessible play spaces
Across our region, Auckland Council owns and maintains 887 destination and neighbourhood playgrounds and play spaces, with 129 locations having accessible equipment that are suitable for a range of accessibility needs.
Tūpuna Maunga Authority opens game-changing family recreation space
The Tūpuna Maunga Authority is pleased to signal the opening of its new whānau ātea (family recreation space) at the foot of Te Pane o Mataoho / Te Ara Pueru / Māngere Mountain — the most comprehensive collection of Māori recreational elements in...
Māngere Centre Park playground opens
Māngere Centre Park’s playground has just been revitalised with a rainbow of upgrades.
Accessible adventures in Auckland
Tāmaki Makaurau is packed with amazing parks and playgrounds, pools, pathways, and cultural attractions. Accessibility should be no barrier to enjoying these, so if you’re looking for ideas for a big weekend in Auckland, check out our suggestions.
Six awesome Auckland slides to check out now
A guide to some of the most thrilling and unique slides in Auckland playgrounds.
Wheels up for new skate park
Playgrounds for the brain
Everyone remembers the joy of visiting a playground as a child – working your way through the seesaw, swings, slide, climbing frame or merry-go-round, spending time on the piece of equipment you loved the most.
Thumbs up for the Observation Green design
Developing a new park at Observation Green, Hobsonville Point took a step forward with Upper Harbour Local Board approving the final design late last year.
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.
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.
Setting the stage for the future of play in the Waitākere Ranges area
With a growing population and a need to be able to plan for the future, a new plan to help guide future play improvements and spaces in the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area has been developed.
Staying safe in the sun at the playground
How do we stay safe in the sun, while having fun? Our head of Parks provides some tips to avoid sunburn while at the playground.
The gems on our doorstep
Explore the abundance of hidden gems across Tāmaki Makaurau, support Auckland’s recovery and make the most of everything our region has to offer.
