Friends of Regional Parks (FOR Parks) is a nonprofit charity made up of volunteers dedicated to protecting and expanding Auckland's regional parks. We host events and activities in regional parks and work with Auckland Council on park improvements.
The purpose of the Friends of Regional Parks is to work alongside Auckland Council, and volunteer groups in the parks, as supporters and guardians of the Regional Parks network, providing vision and education, continuity, protection and a citizens voice for the Regional Parks.
The Society was created in response to the formation of the Auckland Council, and the demise of the Auckland Regional Council that had formerly created and cared for the regional parks network.
Its members comprise individuals, regional park user groups and volunteers, committed to the protection and enhancement of the city’s regional parks for the enjoyment of current residents and future generations.