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Things to do 5 Jun 2026

4 fresh new playgrounds in South Auckland

South Auckland is now home to 4 fresh new playgrounds, each offering something a little different and catering to all sorts of play.

Things to do 3 Jun 2026

The 5 best ways to embrace winter with boardwalks and bush walks

Now is the time to embrace the elements with many short walks and boardwalks scattered across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

Things to do 3 Jun 2026

Feathers, forests and foreshore finds across Auckland

From backyard birds to forest favourites and coastal treasures along Auckland’s beaches and estuaries.

Things to do 22 May 2026

Fun, family-friendly activities for the cooler days ahead

As the weather cools down, the fun doesn’t have to stop!

Things to do 22 May 2026

The ultimate winter escape guide to the best of Auckland

Whether you’re after a daytrip out in nature or a cosy overnighter with friends and whānau, here are the best spots that will recharge your soul this winter. 

Things to do 14 May 2026

The Waitākere Ranges are calling – three popular tracks reopen out west 

Three incredible tracks in the mighty Waitākere Ranges Regional Park have reopened, just in time for epic winter walking adventures.  

Things to do 30 Apr 2026

Looking for an autumn walk? Try these urban bush tracks

Grab your walking shoes and a warm jacket, bring a friend or your whānau and enjoy a hike on some of the city’s finest trails this autumn.

Things to do 28 Apr 2026

Saddle up: 9 Auckland horse trails that make hooves happy

Across Tāmaki Makaurau, horse riders can explore rolling farmland, native bush, windswept beaches, and breathtaking coastal vistas.