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Cycling 3 Dec 2020

Aucklanders flock to new magenta pathway into the city

Thousands of Aucklanders try out the new Nelson Street cycleway, Te Ara I Whiti, which translates as the Lightpath.

Parks / Outdoors 4 Nov 2020

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.

Environment 18 Sep 2020

Huia tracks reopen as kauri dieback programme progresses

Aucklanders can enjoy the beauty of the Karamatura Valley once more now remedial work has been completed on three tracks.

Environment 17 Aug 2020

View nature through fresh eyes this Conservation Week

Find ways to connect with nature in Tāmaki Makaurau during a COVID-19 lockdown.

Environment 20 Jul 2020

Staying safe while exploring all Auckland has to offer

School holidays are upon us and after the COVID-19 lockdown, getting outdoors to connect with nature with family might be the very thing that is needed.

Cultural 12 Jun 2020

What's in a name?

A movement is underway to reflect the true richness of our heritage in the names of our parks and public spaces.

Parks / Outdoors 19 Mar 2020

100 ways to maintain your well-being with parks

Parks are an incredible way to improve our well-being, so here are 100 ideas to get you started.

Akl Paths 13 Mar 2020

Local board members get behind Parks Week

Members of Auckland's local boards tell us about their favourite parks.

Walkways 16 Dec 2019

Ranger recommendations: Whakanewha Regional Park

See Ranger Dan Beauchamp's favourite things to do at Whakanewha Regional Park.

Akl Paths 4 Nov 2019

Conquer the walking challenge with AKL Paths

Get your steps in throughout November and take on the Auckland Walk Challenge with the help of AKL Paths.

Beaches 13 Aug 2019

Like-minds and moving messages at Manukau Harbour Symposium

The Manukau Harbour is under significant threat and communities taking the environmental mantel is the most important way to protect its health according to environmental experts at the 2019 Manukau Harbour Symposium.

Cycling 18 Jul 2019

Winter weather not stopping bike riders

272,000 bicycle trips were recorded in June 2019 as cycling numbers grow by 8.9 per cent in a year.

Akl Paths 26 Jun 2019

Akl Paths wins national award

Auckland Council and Downer have been recognised at the New Zealand Sport and Recreation Awards.

Akl Paths 21 Jun 2019

Explore Auckland with free public transport and Akl Paths

Make the most of free public transport on Sunday to explore the region with Akl Paths.

Akl Paths 17 Jun 2019

Explore Auckland's Māori identity with AklPaths

Visit AklPaths to find walks throughout Auckland that will help you to discover our area's thriving Māori identity.

Walkways 11 Jun 2019

Fancy a treasure hunt these school holidays?

Visit one of our 10 featured paths to be in to win awesome prizes.