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Kiwi books are faves – Auckland Libraries Year in Review 2024
It’s official - New Zealanders love reading books by New Zealanders.
Dive into summer with Auckland Libraries Top 100 reads of 2024
Embark on a literary adventure from the comfort of your favourite reading spot this summer with Auckland Council Libraries Top 100 Reads of 2024.
Beach reads for kids - turn the tide on the summer literacy slide
Research frequently shows that over the summer break from school, children’s reading skills can drop dramatically in a phenomenon known as the “summer slide”.
Former mayor and MP returns to Papakura
Former Papakura Mayor John Robertson returned to the area recently, leading a delegation of Waitomo councillors and the district’s chief librarian to check out facilities in the town.
Eight ways to make the school holidays magical for the whole family!
School holidays are just around the corner, and with them come a vast array of options to keep the whānau entertained for the duration of the break.
Supporting our senior citizens
We highlight some of the many services available for senior citizens across Auckland, from digital literacy lessons to weekly tai chi classes and more.
Mt Roskill Library switches to solar
Local library and adjoining Fickling Convention Centre in Mt Roskill gets renewable energy boost thanks to central government’s Community Renewable Energy Fund.
Raise the roof - Upgrades coming for Blockhouse Bay Library
Necessary work at Blockhouse Bay Library to repair the roof and increase the usable space will begin in October.
Events269 Results
Family history research workshops 2026
Join us for a presentation on researching family history in your country of interest, followed by...
International Women's Day Celebration
Join us as we celebrate Soroptimist International North Shore’s internationally recognised “Sewin...
Pasifika Play at Pt Chevalier Library
Join us in the Pt Chevalier Town Square for a fun, vibrant, inclusive activation that celebrates...
Queer Joy Quilts 'Threads of Joy'
Our final Queer Joy Quilts 'Threads of Joy' workshop which seeks to create a collective art proje...
Everyday Actions for the Planet: A Conversation Group
Whether you’d like to contribute, listen, or simply connect with others who care about our planet...
Meditation workshop
Experience inner peace and mental clarity through simple, practical meditation techniques suitabl...
LGBT+ Craft Club
Build community, and work on your projects in a safe, welcoming and inclusive space!
Quietly Bound: Artist Books
A collection of private press, hand-made, artist books from the Angela Collection.