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Beaches 5 Dec 2024

Safeswim helps you make the most of Auckland’s beaches

Summer is finally here, and Auckland Council is reminding Aucklanders to decide with Safeswim, when planning to hit the region’s beaches and freshwater swimming spots.

Beaches 2 Dec 2024

Five sheltered beaches for little ones

With rock pools, shelly bays and pōhutukawa-fringed paddling pools, the region offers a wealth of kid-friendly seaside experiences. OurAuckland visits beaches especially good for young families.

Beaches 1 Dec 2024

Best Auckland beaches to explore this summer

We’ve picked some of our favourite beaches to visit while the weather is warm.

Dogs 1 Nov 2024

Top beaches and reserves to walk your dog in this summer

With summer in full swing, it's time for you and your four-legged friend to get out and feel the sand under your paws.

Summer 26 Jan 2024

Cool tips to protect your feet from burning on hot sand

Remember to tread carefully at West Auckland beaches this summer.

Summer 24 Jan 2024

Best beaches for swimming at all tides

You might think that hitting the beach is best at high tide, but with 1800km of coastline – 69 percent of the Auckland region is sea!

Beaches 22 Jan 2024

Swim, paddle and splash your way

Whether indoors or outdoors, Auckland's swimmers, paddlers and splashers are blessed with options.

14-24 year olds 1 Jan 2024

Explore the Manukau Harbour's beaches

Everone heads for the beach in summer - and almost always to the east coach. That means the Manukau Harbour is seldom crowded despite offering superb swimming.