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Playgrounds 6 Jul 2020

10 Auckland playgrounds you won't want to miss

Where in Auckland can you find a rocket, volcano, pyramid, tree hut or real-life snakes and ladders?

Policies / Regulations 28 Mar 2019

Changes to Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw confirmed

Auckland Council’s Governing Body confirmed changes to the Public Safety and Nuisance Bylaw to minimise nuisance and safety risks to people when using public places.

Dogs 20 Feb 2019

Holiday boredom busters for children and canines

Keeping children and pooches entertained can be a mission, especially if you can’t head outdoors.

Parks / Outdoors 18 Feb 2019

Five beautiful public spaces to enjoy this summer

Auckland’s parks and playgrounds come alive during the summer with friends and family getting together.

Beaches 31 Oct 2018

17 things to do in Auckland in spring

Top picks for enjoying the warmer days and long spring evenings.

Cycling 4 Oct 2018

Seven safety tips for magpie swooping season

Nesting magpies can be particularly aggressive about defending their young – see how to stay safe when they swoop.

Community 15 Aug 2018

More parks and open space for Auckland

Council has spent $43.7 million purchasing new parks and open space.

Community 21 Jun 2018

Explore Auckland with Akl Paths and win!

The Akl Paths site will help people discover new neighbourhood walking and cycling routes.

Sports / Leisure 14 Mar 2018

New splash pads are a hit

Two new ANZ splash pads have been providing some relief to Auckland's unrelenting humidity.

14-24 year olds 20 Dec 2017

Auckland’s newest splash pad opens

New splash pad in Stanmore Bay opens.

Sports / Leisure 18 Dec 2017

Splash pad in Pakuranga reopened

The new splash pad at Lloyd Elsmore Park Pool and Leisure Centre in Pakuranga is open for the summer holidays.

14-24 year olds 6 Nov 2017

Local kids will be the first to make a splash

Design a Rashie competition winners have been announced.

Parks / Outdoors 18 Oct 2017

Smokefree policy approved

Our updated policy focuses on our commitment to a healthy, smokefree city

Community 12 Jul 2017

Enjoy your Ōtara

Did you know that Ōtara and its surrounding area is full of great things to do? From parks and playgrounds, to pools, leisure centres and libraries, all run or looked after by Auckland Council.

14-24 year olds 30 May 2017

Playground review: Macleans Park

We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Macleans Park, Eastern Beach.

14-24 year olds 23 May 2017

Playground review: Mary Wilson Reserve

We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Mary Wilson Reserve, Rocky Bay, Waiheke Island.