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How to keep safe in the water
When your favourite swimming spot calls, take the time to think about how to stay safe and what to do if you or others get into trouble.
Swim, paddle and splash your way
Whether indoors or outdoors, Auckland's swimmers, paddlers and splashers are blessed with options.
Make a splash this summer
Take a dip, make a splash and cool off around Auckland this summer at one of our splashpads, pools and swimming spots.
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.
Albany Stadium Pool bathroom a win for wheelchair users
A new accessible changing room facility has opened at Albany Stadium Pool, providing the first public bathroom for Auckland pool users with any type of mobility requirement.
Fantastic splash pads across Auckland
Splash pads are a fun, safe option for kids of all ages to get wet and wild, so get splashing.
Auckland Council hits back on poo-shaming
Auckland Council Pools and Leisure facilities are available to all Aucklanders to help them live active lifestyles, improve their wellbeing, and have fun.
Cool down at your local pool
This time of the year is always great to get out and enjoy splashing around.
Great outdoor swimming spots and splashpads
Auckland is blessed with a long and beautiful coastline, but you don't have to hit the beach to go for a splash this summer.
Upcoming changes to COVID-19 restrictions at Auckland Council facilities following traffic light announcement
Face masks no longer required at Auckland Council facilities from Tuesday 13 September.
Three must-visit swimming spots
Auckland is not short of swimming spots. Have you been to these three out-of-the-ordinary city beaches?
Staying safe around pools this summer
Summer’s here and Auckland Council is urging pool owners to keep vigilant as the weather heats up.
On the lookout for the next generation of aquatic superstars
Now is the perfect opportunity to don your swimwear and start training to become part of Auckland’s next generation of aquatic superstars.
Clean pools valued by Auckland families
Ensuring high water quality standards is a primary focus for Auckland Council's Pools and leisure centres.
Keeping you safe in the water
Keeping people safe and active is a challenging job for our team of qualified lifeguards.
