Parks / Outdoors

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Beaches 10 Feb 2017

Upgraded water quality guide considered

A significant upgrade of Auckland’s Safeswim beach water quality monitoring programme is being considered by Auckland Council.

14-24 year olds 7 Feb 2017

Playground review: Parrs Park

Parrs Park playground is an orchard-themed playground best known for its tall tower, two awesome slides and array of climbing activities.

Parks / Outdoors 31 Jan 2017

Council takes cemetery issues seriously

Auckland Cemeteries has unreservedly apologised to a family following the concurrent booking of two burial ceremonies at Papakura South Cemetery.

Environment 31 Jan 2017

Ngā kiwi o Kohukohunui – Returning kiwi to the Hunua Ranges

An intensive pest-control operation in the Hunua Ranges in 2015 has paid off, allowing kiwi to be reintroduced to the forest.

14-24 year olds 31 Jan 2017

Playground review: Award-winning Olympic Park

Olympic Park is a state-of-the-art playground that has been awarded the Outstanding Park Award by the New Zealand Recreation Association.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Making play accessible for all

Improving local playgrounds is a priority for Waitematā Local Board.

Sports / Leisure 31 Jan 2017

Playground review: Grey Lynn Park

The new and improved Grey Lynn Park playground is the perfect place for the kids to stretch their legs and burn off some energy.

Cycling 31 Jan 2017

Opinion: Dr Peter Haynes' vision for Chamberlain Park

Albert-Eden Local Board Chair Peter Haynes explains why re-purposing Chamberlain Park to a nine-hole course will cater for golfers and the wider community.

Events27 Results

04 May 2024 - 28 May 2024

Composting Workshop - May

Come and discover how easy it is to turn your waste into fertiliser!

17 Feb 2024 - 04 May 2024

Clearwater Cove Regeneration with Kaipātiki Project

Join our expert ecologist and form a band of trusty volunteers to make an impact in your nature-h...

28 Oct 2023 - 04 May 2024

Circus in the Park - Myers Park

Circus in the Park will help you and your whanau imagine the thrill of the circus among the trees...

05 May 2024

Freshen-up Tawa

It's that time of the year again to attack the weeds and spread the mulch.

05 May 2024

Peacenic

The Council of Christians & Muslims invite you to our seventh annual Peacenic - a picnic for peace.

13 Apr 2024 - 25 May 2024

Breeze Sailings

Set sail on your next adventure aboard Breeze, a traditional wooden brigantine similar to vessels...

11 Nov 2023 - 25 May 2024

Beach volleyball series in Mission Bay

Our Beach Volleyball series in Mission Bay will brighten your Summer.

12 May 2024 - 02 Jun 2024

Ambury Regional Park Planting Day

Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.