Parks / Outdoors

Three of the best Auckland day trips for families

Auckland’s regional parks are outdoor playgrounds with walking, mountain biking, swimming and bird watching all on offer. Load up the car with picnic blankets, snacks and walking shoes, and enjoy a day trip with your whole family at these three re...

New public park in store with addition to Te Ārai parkland

Around 154 hectares of coastal land has been vested to Auckland Council, part of a larger 180-hectare addition to the Te Ārai Regional Park.

Anonymous lumberjacks let loose their tree chopping skills

Reports of senseless vandalism to trees and vegetation on Auckland Council land have increased during the latest lockdown period.

Māori names and stories to be restored in parks across Devonport-Takapuna

Te reo Māori will be showcased in some local parks with mana whenua invited to provide names and stories reflecting the area’s rich Māori history.

Have Your Say on new freedom camping bylaw

Great walks for your family

A refreshing walk in your local area is one of life’s simple pleasures. It’s good for the soul, the mind and the body. Here are three of our favourite walks you can do with your family.

Troublesome section of Henderson Creek shared path to be remedied

Work will soon begin to improve a part of the shared walking and cycling path on Central Park Drive, Henderson.

Care advised for vehicles accessing Muriwai Beach

Muriwai Beach is once again open for vehicle access as part of the COVID-19 alert level step change, but drivers are reminded that rules must be followed for the safety of other beach users – and that Auckland is still in Alert Level 3 (Step 1).