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Things to do: beaches 19 Dec 2024

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.

Cycling 19 Dec 2024

The best family-friendly bike rides in Auckland

Explore Auckland's bike paths with the family! Enjoy scenic routes through neighbourhoods, reserves and coastal areas, complete with playgrounds, picnic spots, and plenty of fun stops along the way.

Kids / Family 12 Dec 2024

Summer’s here – beat the heat at Auckland’s pools and splashpads

Need to cool off this summer? We’ve got you, your friends and your family covered with our free affordable pools and splashpads all over the region.

Kids / Family 11 Dec 2024

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.

Community 9 Dec 2024

You're making a splash in Papakura

Papakura residents are making great use of Auckland Council facilities.

Community 6 Dec 2024

Nine-year-old appeals for lower speeds

Nine-year-old boy Caio Maffey has petitioned Franklin Local Board for slower speeds around his school.

Parks / Outdoors 25 Nov 2024

Auckland Botanic Garden's most popular outdoor art event returns

Auckland Botanic Garden's most popular outdoor art event returns!

Community 15 Nov 2024

Bike Hub No 14 gets Manurewa rolling

Auckland transport has added the final bike hub to its Auckland network, the Beautification Trust's Dalgety Road site in Manurewa.

Events131 Results

14 Dec 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

Summer School Holiday at Waitakere Central Library

Summer fun for kids: exciting activities & creative adventures!

12 Dec 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

Raumati Reads - free summer reading fun at Howick Library

Come and join our fun school holiday activities for everyone.

23 Jan 2025

Celebrate Seollal: Korean Kite Workshop

Tamariki aged 7-12 and their whānau are invited to join a free workshop led by the Korea-New Zeal...

23 Jan 2025

WRAP: A mindful stones adventure

This workshop is perfect for kids, whānau, and anyone who enjoys nature, art, and craft.

23 Jan 2025 - 24 Jan 2025

Clay Chronicles: Crafting Hieroglyphics and Pictographs

In this hands-on class, young artists will learn to shape and mold their own clay creations.

23 Jan 2025 - 29 Jan 2025

Vector Lights for Auckland Anniversary Day 2025

It’s Auckland’s 182nd Anniversary and Vector Lights is celebrating with a spectacular display des...

16 Jan 2025 - 06 Mar 2025

Zoo Lates

Visit after work with mates and whānau, make it a date or just enjoy a stroll through the beautif...

13 Jan 2025 - 25 Jan 2025

Toi Tamariki: Children's Community Art initiative

This is an initiative to reengage children in activities that can assist with the transition back...