Libraries

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Libraries 18 Dec 2024

Kiwi books are faves – Auckland Libraries Year in Review 2024

It’s official - New Zealanders love reading books by New Zealanders.

Libraries 10 Dec 2024

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.

Libraries 9 Dec 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”.

Community 23 Oct 2024

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.

Libraries 2 Oct 2024

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. 

Community 16 Sep 2024

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.

Climate action 15 Aug 2024

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.

Blockhouse Bay Library 29 Jul 2024

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

07 Mar 2026

Family history research workshops 2026

Join us for a presentation on researching family history in your country of interest, followed by...

07 Mar 2026

International Women's Day Celebration

Join us as we celebrate Soroptimist International North Shore’s internationally recognised “Sewin...

07 Mar 2026

Pasifika Play at Pt Chevalier Library

Join us in the Pt Chevalier Town Square for a fun, vibrant, inclusive activation that celebrates...

07 Mar 2026

Queer Joy Quilts 'Threads of Joy'

Our final Queer Joy Quilts 'Threads of Joy' workshop which seeks to create a collective art proje...

07 Mar 2026 - 04 Apr 2026

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...

07 Mar 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

Meditation workshop

Experience inner peace and mental clarity through simple, practical meditation techniques suitabl...

07 Mar 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

LGBT+ Craft Club

Build community, and work on your projects in a safe, welcoming and inclusive space!

01 Mar 2026 - 29 Mar 2026

Quietly Bound: Artist Books

A collection of private press, hand-made, artist books from the Angela Collection.