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Parks / Outdoors 29 Jan 2020

Runaway love birds back safe and sound

After making their escape late last month, we are happy to report takahē pair Whito and Kikorango are back safe and sound and unharmed at Tawharanui Open Sanctuary.

Music 29 Jan 2020

Board chair takes to the stage for Jazz at Nathan Homestead

Manurewa Local Board has not only funded a Music in Parks event, but its chair Joseph Allan recently took to the stage to play saxophone.

Arts 28 Jan 2020

Film-makers discover Franklin

Waiuku's Waitangi Falls were transformed for a couple of days as a Japanese film crew used the area to make a TV ad.

Parks / Outdoors 24 Jan 2020

Long Bay park rangers hit the trails on e-bikes

Auckland Council Park Rangers are embracing the electric revolution to patrol one of our region’s most popular parks.

Community 21 Jan 2020

Kids turn trash into treasure

Mayor Phil Goff was on hand in Papakura to see Junky Monkeys, which turns items that would have been dumped into play equipment, in action.

Environment 20 Jan 2020

Urgent removal of pines in Western Springs Lakeside Park

Thirteen trees have been identified for immediate removal due to the danger to people and property.

Environment 16 Jan 2020

Help us fight avian botulism

Protect Auckland's birds and waterways by following these simple tips.

Sports / Leisure 15 Jan 2020

Seven health benefits of camping

Make the most of your summer and discover the health benefits of camping here in Tāmaki Makaurau.