Parks / Outdoors
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Have your say on the future of the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area
A formal agreement between the Crown, tangata whenua and Auckland Council is being proposed to help protect and manage the treasured Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area.
Stunning botanical gift for Aucklanders, forever
In an extraordinary act of generosity, Auckland philanthropist Rosemary Platt has gifted 5.63 hectares (approximately 14 acres) of ecologically significant land to the people of Tāmaki Makaurau.
Vehicle access to Muriwai Beach closed due to fire risk
In response to a total fire ban for Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, vehicle access to Muriwai Beach will close tomorrow on Wednesday, 19 March, until further notice.
Egg-cellent Easter activities to enjoy in Auckland
Easter and the school holidays are on the horizon and there are plenty of activities around Tāmaki Makaurau during Easter to keep kids (and adults) entertained.
Outdoor fires now banned in all of Auckland
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited season for Auckland, Waitematā and Counties Manukau Districts from 8am Friday 14 March, until further notice.
Immerse yourself in nature with these epic Auckland running and hiking tracks
Get outdoors and explore Auckland this summer by hiking through our beautiful countryside.
Mana Whenua artists honour South Auckland’s own with mural
Fa'anānā Efeso Collins' mural by renowned Mana Whenua artists Janine and Charles Williams, a masterpiece in Manukau.
Five short all-weather walks in Auckland
Don't let the weather dampen your spirits! Come rain or shine, these five short walks across Auckland are great for the whole family.
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EcoFest 2025
The EcoFest programme is packed with events, activities, installations and workshops for people...
Meet the edibles gardener at Auckland Botanic Gardens
Come along and get expert guidance from our Edibles gardener Angela.
Climate Action Trail - Auckland Botanic Gardens
The trail contains 10 fun stops with content for tamariki and adults, showing how we can all live...
Dundale stream care session
Let's rescue the Whau Stream on Dundale Ave from invasive weeds.
Evening Entomology Excursion – A Bug Hunt!
Professional entomologists from Auckland Museum and Auckland University will help you identify as...
Ask a Mycologist: Mushroom foraging and ID
Learn how to safely and effectively identify fungi found in the wild with ideas for growing edibl...
Photo exhibition: The gardens through our eyes
See the beautiful Botanic Gardens through their eyes.
