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Parks / Outdoors 23 Feb 2017

South Auckland is home to New Zealand’s best neighbourhood

Randwick Park in Manurewa is New Zealand’s Mitre10 Community of the Year.

Environment 22 Feb 2017

Kauri dieback ambassadors spreading the word

A team of ambassadors will be out in force in the Waitākeres this summer raising awareness about kauri dieback and teaching people how to stop it.

Community 21 Feb 2017

Sandringham has a new playground

Sandringham residents have a playground and reserve they can be proud of thanks to the collaboration between Auckland Council and a local community collective.

14-24 year olds 21 Feb 2017

Playground review: Mission Bay

Located in Selwyn Reserve next to one of Auckland's most famous beaches, this playground is a very popular spot all year round.

Environment 20 Feb 2017

Battling bugs declare war on privet

Auckland Council has released Chinese privet lace bugs at Birkenhead War Memorial Reserve to help fight the invasive Chinese privet weed.

Community 14 Feb 2017

Youthful city plan progresses

Auckland Council today released its I Am Auckland Status Report, marking three years of progress in the city-wide strategic action plan for children and young people.

14-24 year olds 14 Feb 2017

Playground review: Tui Glen Reserve

This treetop-themed playground in Henderson is a true destination and is often buzzing with kids.

Beaches 10 Feb 2017

Upgraded water quality guide considered

A significant upgrade of Auckland’s Safeswim beach water quality monitoring programme is being considered by Auckland Council.

Events36 Results

13 Apr 2024 - 25 May 2024

Breeze Sailings

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

13 Jan 2024 - 27 Apr 2024

Kids Learn 2 Ride

Our kid's learn-to-ride courses are a great way for your child to try out some different bikes pr...

30 Sep 2023 - 27 Apr 2024

Pop Up Play - Myers Park

pot the water spouts, playful public art and even poetry.

29 Apr 2024 - 03 May 2024

Earthworkers: Regenerative Horticulture 101

Earthworkers is an education programme that focuses on the ability of plants to heal the planet,...

02 May 2024 - 04 May 2024

Food Truck Round Up 2024

Enjoy live music, atmospheric lighting, and cosy heaters and blankets to keep everyone warm.

03 May 2024

Introduction to pest plants (weeds) bilingual workshop

Join pest plant experts at our free introductory pest plant workshop delivered in Mandarin and En...

04 May 2024

Enchanted Garden - Māngere

Experience the mystical sounds of handpans by Alive Metal and be captivated by local performers.

04 May 2024 - 28 May 2024

Composting Workshop - May

Come and discover how easy it is to turn your waste into fertiliser!