Parks / Outdoors
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A short walk away from the harbour, you'll discover 10 leafy green spaces
We are nurturing more natural spaces for you to enjoy - check out our city centre parks

Five Auckland camping spots you may not have heard of
So, you’ve earned your beginner’s camping badges. Now it’s time to head off the beaten track and try some of Auckland’s most idyllic and secluded camping spots.

Good as gold! Auckland's iconic golden frames turn 25
See how many golden frames you can visit to admire the picture-perfect beauty of Auckland's regional parks.

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.

Four stunning sunset spots in Auckland
With its beaches, maunga and grassy reserves, you’re spoilt for choice with spots in Tāmaki Makaurau where you can turn to the west and enjoy a magical sky on a fine evening.

Enjoy a weekend getaway at these council cottages and baches
From cosy cottages to beachside baches, Auckland Council has a wide range of accommodation options to choose from.

Come to the dark side - summer walks in the shade
When the heat is on and it’s sweltering outside but you want to go for a walk or a run, there’s nothing like the refreshing coolness of a tree-lined path.

Three shared paths that can be enjoyed by everyone
Here are three shared paths which make for good days out.
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Glass Fusing
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop that will introduce you to the fascinating world of glass fu...

Painting plein air
Join us for an exciting workshop that introduces you to Painting Plein Air, the fastest-growing a...

Press moulding / Ceramic fruit
We'll be pressing clay into moulds to pick up the surface textures and shape of the fruit/veg.

Waipapa regeneration with Kaipātiki Project
Spread the word and invite your friends to join us on this meaningful journey towards a greener f...

Gibbs Farm Sculpture Park
By joining us, you’re helping to ensure a safe haven for native wildlife and preserving New Zeala...

Ask a Mycologist: Mushroom foraging and ID
Learn how to safely and effectively identify fungi found in the wild with ideas for growing edibl...

Walk & talk wetlands
Join us for a walk at Owhanake to learn about the work being done by the Wetland Team to restore...

Waiheke Jazz & Blues Festival
Come for the day or spend the Weekend on Waiheke.