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Funding Auckland’s favourite things
Most people know that rates help pay for the council to collect rubbish, maintain roads and look after our parks. But did you know that rates also help fund many other things that make Auckland a great place to live?
Kauri Kids: A place that feels like home
Kauri Kids Papatoetoe Head Teacher Anne Valeli has a true passion for teaching and helping our youngest Aucklanders grow into confident, happy children who are well-equipped for the next stages of life.
Playground review: Macleans Park
We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Macleans Park, Eastern Beach.
Couple complete first IRONMAN for a good cause
Marina Fitness members Olivia Faulding and Jared Banham recently completed their first IRONMAN triathlon, one of the hardest sports in the world.
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.
Playground review: Playtime Park
We're taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Playtime Park, Fynes Avenue, Stonefields.
Campervan park popping up in Ellerslie
A new short term campervan park at Ellerslie Racecourse has been given the green light, opening up some additional accommodation options in time for World Masters Games 2017 (WMG2017) and the DHL New Zealand Lions series.
Watch: Kiwi actress' guide to Auckland's secrets
Robyn Malcolm has been out exploring the region uncovering some of Auckland’s greatest treasures.
Playground review: Ōtāhuhu Recreation Precinct
We’re taking a look at some of Auckland's best playgrounds. This week: Ōtāhuhu Recreation Precinct, 30 Mason Avenue, Ōtāhuhu.
Schoolkids race to learn about sustainability
The Waitākere Ranges were the backdrop for an adventure race packed with sustainability challenges for over 60 teams from 10 Auckland schools earlier this month.
7 sports projects that will help 121,000 Aucklanders get more active
Auckland Council’s Environment and Community Committee has approved the allocation of $508,000 in funding from the 2017/2018 Regional Sport and Recreation Grants Programme.
WATCH: All Blacks reveal their secret training ground
Here's a clue: It's big, beautiful and available to all of us.
Council concerned at kayaker’s actions
Video circulating on social media and news sites of a kayaker going over the Hunua Falls has disappointed Auckland Council.
Woman changes lifetime of bad habits to lose 43kg
When Sue French joined the Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre in Whangaparaoa three years ago she was 106kg and had an extremely high risk of developing cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Celebrate Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre's upgrade
The recently upgraded centre is holding a fun-filled family open day, with group fitness class tasters, pool inflatables for the kids, free health checks and more.
Auckland Council parks among best in the world
Auckland Council has received 11 prestigious Green Flag Awards, which recognise excellence in park management in terms of community involvement, public safety, maintenance and sustainability.
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