Kids / Family

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Environment 22 Dec 2016

Check online before taking the plunge

Checking the water quality of your favourite swimming spot is now much easier, thanks to a new feature on the Land, Air and Water Aotearoa website.

Community 20 Dec 2016

Playground review: Fun for littlies in Herne Bay

The play equipment at Salisbury Reserve is perfect for smaller children, particularly preschoolers or younger.

Educational 16 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Strangely Beautiful Australia

Join Ectotherm and Birds curator Richard Gibson on a sneak peek tour through the zoo's newest precinct before it opens to visitors on 17 December.

Environment 9 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Time for a turtle check-up

The new Strangely Beautiful Australia opens to zoo visitors on Saturday 17 December and these Eastern snake-necked turtles will call it home.

Educational 2 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Meerkat mealtime

Carnivore keeper Ellie loves looking after our mischievous mob of meerkats.

Kids / Family 2 Dec 2016

Learning through play

By asking questions and letting the children explore their interests, Howick Kauri Kids is leading the way in developing future Aucklanders.

Kids / Family 29 Nov 2016

Sherwood Playground a hit with kids

Excited children and their parents joined the Hibiscus and Bays Local Board for a celebration at the upgraded playground at Sherwood Reserve, Browns Bay.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 16 Nov 2016

Tips for keeping safe during an emergency

The 7.5 magnitude current earthquake near Culverden has got people thinking about what to do to be safe in the case of an emergency.

Events232 Results

13 Jan 2026

Create a Corn Husk Doll at the Botanic Gardens

In this activity, kids will learn how to make their very own traditional corn husk dolls—just lik...

13 Jan 2026 - 15 Jan 2026

Ramati Reads Hat Craft

Turn your love of reading into a wearable hat design.

13 Jan 2026 - 24 Jan 2026

Summer holidays at Devonport Library

There’s something for everyone, ready for you to enjoy at your own pace!

13 Jan 2026 - 29 Jan 2026

Summer Holidays at Glenfield Library

Get creative, curious and crafty this summer with Glenfield Library and Glenfield Mall, packed wi...

14 Jan 2026

Take a walk on the grassy side

We will share some tips and tricks to learning to identify grasses, which can be tricky, so bring...

14 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2026

Summer Holidays with Titirangi Library

A summer of fun is waiting, drop in, get creative, and make something awesome.

17 Jan 2026

Northcote Art Station

Join other locals for some free family-friendly fun in the heart of Northcote.

17 Jan 2026

Silent disco kids adventures

Families can join together, or children can set off on their own themed adventure through the Auc...