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Record numbers of budding book worms take part in summer reading programme
More than 13,000 Auckland children joined Kia Māia te Whai Dare to Explore this summer.
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Kōrero Bike bringing libraries into the community
After a major overhaul and refurbish, the Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero (Central City Library) bike is gearing up to hit Auckland streets and events this summer.
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Take a chance on a mystery book this Valentine's Day
Indulge in a fun and free Valentine’s activity at your local library.
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Robinson Crusoe sails into Auckland' Central City Library
Come along and see a 300-year-old copy of Robinson Crusoe at Auckland Council's Central City Library.
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Your guide to Auckland Libraries podcasts
If you're on the hunt for a summer activity, Auckland Council Libraries has something for you with The Great Summer Read.
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Making the most of your libraries
Auckland Libraries have made membership easy with online sign-ups and access to thousands of eBooks, magazines and audiobooks.
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Immerse yourself in 1831 fashion with Auckland Libraries' Heritage Collection
An 1831 fashion magazine has arrived on Kura Heritage Collections Online.
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Meet our Māori Specialists
Māori specialists in Auckland Council libraries are here to help.
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Behind The Scenes Competition
Be in to win one of three money-can't-buy experiences at Auckland Museum, Auckland Libraries and the Zoo.
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Watch: Behind the scenes with Auckland Libraries’ heritage team
Deep in the heart of Auckland’s Central City Library is a little-known treasure trove of valuable letters, photographs, and yes, books.
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Can't get to a library? Our volunteers will bring the books to you
Meet Gill Clive and the team bringing books and library services to Aucklanders unable to travel to our libraries.
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Beyond the books – Auckland Libraries form the future
We chat with Auckland Libraries General Manager, Mirla Edmundson about the future she and her team are building.
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Toot toot – it’s the mobile library!
Find out more about Auckland’s mobile libraries, providing access to schools, care homes and other facilities throughout the area.
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Voyage the stars with Auckland Libraries this Matariki
Explore over 100 free events, activities and workshops at libraries across the region this Matariki.
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Read this month: Top Ten Matariki books
Stuck for reading inspiration? Check out our monthly list of top picks from Auckland Libraries’ collections, hand-selected by our own librarians.
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