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Parks / Outdoors 22 May 2023

Tōtara Park a world-beater

Tōtara Park has won a Green Flag Award, making it one of the world's best parks.

Parks / Outdoors 22 May 2023

Three new Auckland parks awarded prestigious Green Flag

Walmsley and Underwood Park, Totara Park and North Shore Memorial Park have joined seven other Auckland Council parks as being recognised as some of the best green spaces in the world in the annual Green Flag Awards.

Community 19 May 2023

Otaawhati name returned to Papakura

A historic te reo Māori name has been returned to Papakura.

Community 15 May 2023

Reimagining Barry Curtis Park playground

Originally built in 2006, the much-loved Barry Curtis Park playground is being renewed by the Howick Local Board.

Parks / Outdoors 15 May 2023

Caribbean Drive sports fields update

A $3.5 million dollar sports field development at Unsworth Height’s Caribbean Drive is underway.

Community 15 May 2023

Pitch perfect upgrade for the Papatoetoe Recreation Grounds

Papatoetoe Recreation Grounds underwent an upgrade of the lighting, new irrigation, new drainage, sand slit and sand carpeted couch fields.

Parks / Outdoors 11 May 2023

Te Kawerau ā Maki return historic park name in Waitākere Ranges

Names and narratives that reclaim Māori identity and restore mana and mauri (life force) to the whenua (land), through the restoration of the Māori language, are being returned to the whenua in parks across communities in the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area.

Community 11 May 2023

Ōtara clean up Sunday united to tackle climate change

When members of a young adult volunteer group decided to get their hands dirty to support the Green Earth clean-up campaign, they made a pile of difference – several piles.

Events25 Results

02 Jul 2023

Stillwater Reserve Planting Day, Hibiscus and Bays

This event promises a fulfilling day of planting native trees and shrubs to restore and protect the precious ecosystem of Stillwater Reserve.

11 Jul 2023 - 15 Jul 2023

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Embark on a transformative journey through the traditions of Māori culture and spirituality, illuminated by the shimmering star cluster of Matariki.

13 Jul 2023

Te Karanga A Hape

Join us with family, friends, and colleagues for a fulsome programme of music, art, fashion, performance, workshops, and delightful kai!

15 Jul 2023

Silverdale War Memorial Park Planting Day

Join us for a fun-filled day to give back to nature and create a greener future.

16 Jul 2023

Puketāpapa Manu Aute Kite Day 2023

Bring your own kite to fly, or watch some of the large-scale kites on display.

19 Jul 2023

Mike Pignéguy's Coastal Cruises: British Columbia & Southeast Alaska

Come and join Mike as he takes you on a virtual tour of one of his various boating adventures around the world.

27 Apr 2023 - 29 Sep 2023

Historic Auckland Waterfront Walking Tour

The 75-minute walk will begin at the museum reception and then meander around the neighbouring streets and wharves.

01 Aug 2023 - 14 Sep 2023

Junior Tough Guy and Gal Challenge

This is a chance for primary and intermediate-aged kids to get involved in New Zealand’s biggest mud run series in a version tailored especially for them!