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Look out for our mobile libraries at the markets

If you are visiting one of the local markets at Smiths Avenue, Ōtara or Wesley, why not drop by at one of our mobile libraries for some fun activities to do?

One more week to have your say on how we manage Auckland’s freshwater

Auckland Council is calling on Aucklanders to give their feedback on how the region's freshwater should be managed. Consultation closes 17 July.

Public and private sector collaboration sees hundreds of new homes destined for the heart of Avondale

City centre beats the blues with City of Colour

Polished and ready to welcome returning Aucklanders, City of Colour brings more than 50 light and art installations to the city centre from 6 to 22 May.

Sarid’s postcards to Auckland from Tulancingo and Shanghai

If Sarid Olvera Anzures could design a perfect city she would combine the beaches, harbour and natural beauty of Auckland with the high quality, compact housing and easy living she experienced in Shanghai.

World of Cultures festival brings diversity to your doorstep

With a huge variety of workshops, performances and food events across 17 days, Auckland Council’s World of Cultures festival promises to offer something for everyone.

Councillor Casey urges Aucklanders to have their say

Councillor Casey is urging Aucklanders to have their say on the Annual Budget, with public feedback open from 28 February until 5pm on 28 March.

Annual Budget Focus: Local Board decision making

Auckland Council is proposing to give local boards greater responsibility for deciding on local services that best suit the needs of their communities.

Check before you go

Visit our website for daily updates on adjustments to services or facility closures due to Omicron.

March and April movies and music off the cards

Auckland Council’s Music in Parks and Movies in Parks events for March and April have been cancelled.

Annual Budget 2022: What’s the focus this year?

Public consultation on the Annual Budget 2022/2023 is open from 28 February to 28 March 2022.

Public toilets were a women’s rights issue in historic Auckland

Make the most of Auckland at Step 2

Now that Auckland is at Alert Level 3 Step 2, many of our great facilities are providing some ways to give you, your friends and family something new and exciting to enjoy.

Feed Your Mind

Lockdowns can be tough, especially for those who are unwell, missing loved ones or feeling stressed. One step we can take is to dive into something new, whether we're picking up a new language or working through our wishlist of books and films....

Retrain and develop your skills

Get started developing new skills with free resources available online via Auckland Libraries.

Unwind for mental wellbeing

Being in lockdown can make us all feel anxious and stressed. But one of the best things for us to do is to be kind to ourselves and simply unwind.