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Auckland Libraries celebrate the zine scene
July is International Zine Month – what better time to check out Auckland Libraries' collection of more than 1000 titles.
Kauri Kids: A place that feels like home
Kauri Kids Papatoetoe Head Teacher Anne Valeli has a true passion for teaching and helping our youngest Aucklanders grow into confident, happy children who are well-equipped for the next stages of life.
Auckland in pictures: now and then
To celebrate the Auckland Heritage Festival last year, we sent our photographer out and about to capture the changing face of Auckland.
Discover these heritage sites in our city
The Auckland region is a treasure trove of heritage gems, and the long heady days of summer are a wonderful time to explore them.
Auckland Libraries unveil new e-magazine titles
Favourites like NZ Womens Weekly, Home and Next are now available to download and read.
One-click service easier and faster
More than 26 new ‘smart’ application forms went online this week alongside changes that allow log-in to council services via email, Google, Facebook or RealMe.
New chapter in Auckland Libraries' evolution
Auckland Libraries are moving with the times.
Sir George Grey Special Collections
The Sir George Grey Special Collections contain over 500,000 images of New Zealand from the 1840s to the present day.
Kadimah students learn about their whakapapa
Kadimah students have been finding out about their whakapapa at Auckland Libraries.
Design Case Study: The modern-day cottage
The Arapai-Urale house is a unique twist on modern architecture and the traditional Kiwi family home. Built in 2003, the two-story detached house sits in the sophisticated central suburb of Freemans Bay.
Monkey business welcome at Auckland Libraries
2016 is Year of the Monkey and this week Auckland Libraries have kicked off a great range of events to celebrate the fact.
Have you seen the sign?
Installation of trial signage has now been completed in a number of areas.
Design case study: The future of inner-city living
Beaumont Quarter, across from Victoria Park, is on a site previously used for a gasworks. The prime location has since been transformed into a unique and compact living quarters that effectively utilises space and plays on the varying levels of te...
Local buildings at the ‘heart of communities’
A recent Auckland Council survey has revealed a strong appreciation of local buildings among Aucklanders.
$33m in savings achieved on IT service
A saving of $33 million over the Long-Term Plan has been achieved after the successful renegotiation of its SAP partnership.
Quality design: Grey Lynn's gravitational pull
The design is influenced by Sir Isaac Newton – and in particular his work in optics.
