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Make a splash at these toddler pools this summer
If you've got young children looking to keep cool during summer, head to one of Auckland Council's many toddler-friendly pools.
Dive into the long weekend with Safeswim
Your guide to safe summer swimming in Auckland.
6 stunning Auckland beaches to visit this summer
These beaches offer some of the best swimming spots in Auckland, so check them out when you need to cool off this summer.
Get on board – waste-wise tips for boaties
Auckland Council is appealing to boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water this summer to conserve our oceans and coastlines.
Summer in the city centre
We invite you to reset your summer with a stroll through our city centre. Make a day of it and discover what’s new since you were here last.
Caulerpa threat: boaties urged to help stop the spread this summer
Boaties heading out on the water this summer are being urged to take extra care to prevent the spread of exotic caulerpa.
Discover the magic where Queen Street meets the sea
It’s the coveted spot in New Zealand’s Monopoly boardgame. It’s New Zealand’s premier street. It fires up the passion of Aucklanders. It’s a dynamic place. And the lower end of Queen Street is all shiny and new and ready for you to visit.
Safeswim helps you make the most of Auckland’s beaches
Summer is finally here, and Auckland Council is reminding Aucklanders to decide with Safeswim, when planning to hit the region’s beaches and freshwater swimming spots.
A short walk away from the harbour, you'll discover 10 leafy green spaces
We are nurturing more natural spaces for you to enjoy - check out our city centre parks
Experience our user-friendly Queen Street with more ways to get around
We are creating better city centre connections - check out our multi-use path in Queen Street
Don't let grey skies spoil your summer
Across our region, there's plenty going on to keep you busy whatever the weather.
Come to the dark side - summer walks in the shade
When the heat is on and it’s sweltering outside but you want to go for a walk or a run, there’s nothing like the refreshing coolness of a tree-lined path.
Three shared paths that can be enjoyed by everyone
Here are three shared paths which make for good days out.
Auckland’s pan-Asian flair ignites city centre in 15-day Lunar New Year celebration
We’re joining millions of others round the world celebrating Lunar New Year – opening as the new moon rises and closing as the full moon fills the sky with light.
Stay safe at Auckland beaches this summer
Before heading to your favourite Auckland beaches this summer, make sure you know how to keep your family safe in and around the water.
Best beaches for swimming at all tides
You might think that hitting the beach is best at high tide, but with 1800km of coastline – 69 percent of the Auckland region is sea!
