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Kids / Family 15 Sep 2016

Zoo Tales: World Elephant Day

When you get to spend your days with beautiful Burma, it isn't hard to see why zookeeper Joel is head over heels for elephants.

Community 9 Sep 2016

Zoo Tales: Tīeke, the sweet sound of conservation success

The tīeke, or saddleback, was once on the brink of extinction. Find out how Auckland Zoo and the Department of Conservation are working together to protect our precious native species.

Community 9 Sep 2016

Tsunami threat reminder to have a plan

The tsunami threat last week is a good reminder to all of us to have a plan in place.

Community 2 Sep 2016

Zoo Tales: Takahē pair make Rotoroa Island home

Follow these young birds' journey to their home on this island wildlife sanctuary.

Community 26 Aug 2016

Zoo Tales: Orange Day for orangutans

Meet Alessandra – an incredible kid who loves orangutans and is doing all she can to save them.

Community 19 Aug 2016

Zoo Tales: World Orangutan Day

In today's Zoo Tales episode, team leader of primates Amy shares her love and passion for these critically endangered great apes.

Educational 5 Aug 2016

Zoo Tales: A very special insect

In today's episode, we get up-close and personal with a very special insect – the wētā punga.

Educational 4 Aug 2016

Watch: Recycling myths busted

Confused about what you should be recycling? Watch the NZ Herald's interview with Auckland Council's Parul Sood to get the lowdown.

Events133 Results

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme - Birkenhead Library

Designed for ages 2 years and under, bring along your tamariki & enjoy mornings of music, rhymes,...

12 Feb 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Wriggle & Rhyme at Pakuranga Library

Join Pakuranga Library for a fun musical programme designed to promote active movement (0-2yrs).

09 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Ōrewa Library

Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...

25 Sep 2025 - 12 Feb 2026

Rongoā Māori hīkoi with Emma Haslam

Explore the healing gifts of Papatūānuku and how our very presence contributes to the wellbeing o...

13 Feb 2026

Spring Festival

Matariki, Koanga Festival & Chinese Lunar New Year - how are these festivals celebrated, and what...

13 Feb 2026 - 04 Jul 2026

Wā takinga paki | Storytime at Te Manawa

Join our Storytime sessions where librarians, and sometimes, authors or other special guests read...

13 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Senior Digital Club

Come and join our Senior Digital Club, a safe space for our senior patrons to learn how to use th...

14 Feb 2026

Chinese Paper-Cutting

One pair of scissors bringing two cultures together on a single sheet of paper.