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Community 21 Oct 2016

Flower of the week: California poppy

California poppy flowers close at night and open when the sun touches them in the morning.

Development 21 Oct 2016

Turning problems into healthier play areas

Two Mt Roskill reserves are about to be transformed to stop stormwater flooding and restore the area's natural ecology.

Beaches 20 Oct 2016

7 things to do in Ōrākei

Beautiful beaches, a bustling waterfront and rich local heritage are a few of the features that make the Ōrākei Local Board area a popular destination.

Development 18 Oct 2016

Video: What happens when you transform a car park into a place for people?

Earlier in 2015 we transformed car parks on Lorne and High streets into places for people.

Sports / Leisure 18 Oct 2016

Award for Auckland Council’s Parks, Sport and Recreation team

Auckland Council’s Parks, Sport and Recreation unit are the proud recipients of the Skills Active Aotearoa Organisation Award.

Community 18 Oct 2016

Te Puke o Tara sports park now open

Te Puke o Tara sports park is complete with five playing fields, a training field and a car park.

Beaches 18 Oct 2016

The spectacular scenery of the Hillary Trail

The Hillary Trail is a spectacular multi-day tramping trip through the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park.

Beaches 18 Oct 2016

10 tips for dog owners this summer

Summer is the perfect time to take your canine friend for regular short walks, longer outings and even short stays away.

Events30 Results

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

ARBORIALIS Luminarium

Inspired by the natural world, simulating the wonder and awe of being lost in a forest.

01 Feb 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Relaxation Dance Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music.

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

April School Holidays at Sandringham

The free programme includes arts & crafts, outdoor play, games, baking and movies for kids aged 5...

13 Apr 2024 - 27 Apr 2024

Dragon Spotting

In recognition of the Chinese Year of the Dragon, we’ve created a Dragon hunt across Corban Estat...

25 Nov 2023 - 26 Apr 2024

Food Truck Collective - West Auckland

Talented chefs create a range of incredible, authentic, vibrant food that bursts with flavour in...

27 Apr 2024

Bird monitoring workshop

Birds are often great species that show the positive impacts of other controls.

13 Apr 2024 - 25 May 2024

Breeze Sailings

Set sail on your next adventure aboard Breeze, a traditional wooden brigantine similar to vessels...

05 Apr 2024 - 30 Apr 2024

Composting Workshop

Reduce your waste and turn your organic matter into fertiliser using simple composting systems su...