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Akl Paths 5 Dec 2022

Explore and play in central Auckland

Exploring Auckland’s paths are a great opportunity to combine exercise with helping the kids burn off some energy and having some fun.

Playgrounds 1 Dec 2022

Accessible adventures in Auckland

Tāmaki Makaurau is packed with amazing parks and playgrounds, pools, pathways, and cultural attractions. Accessibility should be no barrier to enjoying these, so if you’re looking for ideas for a big weekend in Auckland, check out our suggestions.

Summer 1 Dec 2022

Five Auckland camping spots you may not have heard of

So, you’ve earned your beginner’s camping badges. Now it’s time to head off the beaten track and try some of Auckland’s most idyllic and secluded camping spots.

Community 1 Dec 2022

Sunnynook September Marathon gets the shore out the door

North Shore locals walked more than 2000 kilometres in September as part of a virtual marathon run with support from local business and Devonport-Takapuna Local Board.

Arts 30 Nov 2022

Kaipātiki welcomes playful public art piece

North Shore locals celebrated the installation of a long-awaited public art piece in Glenfield’s Oruamo Domain this November thanks to Kaipātiki Local board and the Kaipātiki Public Arts Trust.

Akl Paths 30 Nov 2022

The more the merrier at Waikōwhai Park

All are invited to celebrate the opening and blessing for the upgraded Waikōwhai Park playground in Hillsborough with Puketāpapa Local Board on 18 December.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Nov 2022

Ambury Regional Park outstanding in its field

Ambury Regional Park has been recognised at the 2022 New Zealand Recreation Awards, winning the award for outstanding park in Aotearoa.

Beaches 28 Nov 2022

Safe swimming top of mind in Franklin

Water safety advisors will be on hand at Hūnua Falls over summer in a bid to keep visitors safe.

Events73 Results

04 Mar 2023 - 02 Dec 2023

Meditation in Motion with Tai Chi Hibiscus

Everyone is welcome to participate!

02 Apr 2023

Birkdale Bokashi Workshop - EcoFest

Still not sure the best way to dispose of your food scraps? This introduction to Bokashi composting will show how easy it is to turn your food scraps into soil! This is a small...

02 Apr 2023

Compost Hub & Teaching Garden Open Day - EcoFest

Pop in and see how you can be part of our volunteering crew or compost with us.

02 Apr 2023

DIY Bokashi Composting Workshop - New Lynn

Judy Keats will demonstrate Bokashi composting and how to create your own system, which you can take home with you.

02 Apr 2023

Kumeu Vintage Brass Band Concert at Couldrey House & Garden

Bring a picnic, drinks, something to sit on, and a hat.

02 Apr 2023

Surfdale Food Forest Working Bee – EcoFest

All are welcome; bring snacks to share for morning tea!

04 Mar 2023 - 16 Apr 2023

Nature Play - Myers Park

Barefooted believes in having a sole connection with our planet and for people to recognise our role in protecting it.

05 Apr 2023

Conservation Conversations: Backyard Conservation

We aim to bring cultures together and share conservation knowledge/experience!