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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.

Heritage 31 Jan 2017

Fancy a fright this Friday the 13th?

So, have you heard the story about the Newton Ghost?

Community 24 Jan 2017

Ironmāori helping whānau to succeed

Find out how Ironmāori changed the life of North Shore's Ashley Te Whare

Events13 Results

03 Aug 2024

Sponge Cities: resilient landscapes and water sensitive design

Join landscape architect Nick Robinson who will discuss water sensitive design features such as g...

02 Jun 2024 - 04 Aug 2024

Tāwharanui Regional Park Planting Day

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

28 May 2024 - 17 Aug 2024

Planting Days 2024 with Kaipātiki Project

Join us as we expand and strengthen our local reserves with more native plants this year.

15 Sep 2024

North Shore Marathon

Join one of New Zealand's most scenic running courses.

08 Dec 2024

Howick Santa Parade

It's a great free day out for families.