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Libraries 29 Apr 2016

Central Library a warm escape for the homeless

For Auckland’s homeless, the comfort and warmth of the Auckland Central Library is a far stretch from the social isolation of the city streets - especially behind the pages of a good book.

Community 27 Apr 2016

How we marked Anzac Day over the past century

A century on, how have commemorations changed on this significant national day?

Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Community 26 Apr 2016

Swimming lessons for all ages and abilities

Almost 500,000 swimming lessons take place in Auckland Council-owned pools each year.

Community 22 Apr 2016

Tackling anti-social behaviour in parks

If you aren’t aware some of your local parks have an alcohol ban, you will soon find out.

Community 22 Apr 2016

Zoo Tales: Lots of love to give

Today’s Zoo Tales is about masked lovebirds.

Educational 18 Apr 2016

Māori phrase of the week

Each week we bring you some new rerenga (sentences) and kupu (words) so you can practise your kōrero Māori.

Community 15 Apr 2016

Zoo Tales: Meet Oupa - proud father of 17!

Meet Oupa, one of Auckland Zoo’s oldest residents and proud father to 17 baby leopard tortoises!

Events221 Results

22 Jul 2024 - 25 Sep 2024

Clay Modelling with Susan Browne

Learn the techniques of hand-building and sculpting with clay.

08 Jul 2024 - 05 Aug 2024

Draw & Paint Adult Group

The Draw and Paint Group is for people of all ages and of all skill levels; from beginners to pro...

10 Jun 2024 - 16 Dec 2024

Garden Club

Learn more about Papatūānuku (Mother Earth) and how to tend to her garden bed.

20 May 2024 - 09 Dec 2024

Whangaparāoa Library's Music & Rhyme

Music and Rhyme is a fun and interactive session for children aged 3-5 years old.

13 May 2024 - 15 Dec 2024

Digital Drop-In Sessions for Seniors

Drop-in and connect with a librarian to expand your digital knowledge!

02 May 2024 - 19 Dec 2024

Plunket Meadowbank Playgroup

Join us on Monday mornings for some fun, friendship, support, and child-led play!

08 Apr 2024 - 09 Dec 2024

Ukulele Classes

Do you want to learn the uke? No experience required for this beginner ukulele class.

12 Mar 2024 - 10 Nov 2024

Wriggle & Rhyme - Parnell Library

Join our librarian's for a half hour of movement, song and fun to help your kiddo's social, menta...