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Parks / Outdoors 1 Jan 2021

Half-day hikes around Tāmaki Makaurau

With 27 regional parks across Tāmaki Makaurau to explore, getting out in nature is a breeze. Here’s our pick of the best half-day hikes across the region.

Cycling 18 Dec 2020

Hunua riders urged to stay on track

Mountain bike enthusiasts using the Hunua Ranges are being reminded to stay our of areas closed to the public.

Beaches 18 Dec 2020

Dotterels turn around declining numbers, for now

The plucky northern New Zealand dotterel has seen a turnaround in fortune as numbers increase steadily in the region.

Community 17 Dec 2020

Culture and Cup viewing at Maungauika-North Head

From Thursday 17 to Sunday 20 December Maungauika / North Head in Devonport will come to life with a festival of art and storytelling that pays respect to Maungauika and the Waitematā.

Environment 10 Dec 2020

What's on the horizon for kauri tracks in 2021

Several tracks in the regional park network have already re-opened with upgrade works to others either underway or about to start.

Community 10 Dec 2020

Families go bush in Totara Park

Manurewa's Totara Park was the venue when community park rangers introduced families to the joys of camping.

Environment 10 Dec 2020

Vandalism takes shine off kauri dieback track upgrades

Auckland ratepayers have been hit by acts of vandalism in local and regional parks where kauri tracks have been closed to the public for upgrades. So far, it has cost them over $100,000.

Parks / Outdoors 9 Dec 2020

Parrs Park and Waikumete Cemetery win international award

Two parks in the Waitākere Ranges have been awarded the prestigious Green Flag award, the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.