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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.
Events204 Results
Lupe I Vao Ese
This exhibition centres indigenous ways of knowing and being. Rather than presenting measina as r...
Badge making
Join us for a fun, hands-on activity where you can design and create your own badges to show your...
Rongoā Workshops
Glen Innes Library is excited to host a Rongoā workshop with Emma Haslam.
Inclusive Storytime
A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.
Reading to Mango
Spend some quality time with our furry friend Mango as you read your favorite books to him.
Rhymetime - Onehunga
Join us for Rhymetime, where songs, movement, and finger rhymes bring fun and learning to life.
Stories and Rhymes
Come and join as we sing, dance and rhyme together with preschool children and their caregivers!
Kori me te ruri | Wriggle and Rhyme
Wriggle and Rhyme sessions foster early literacy skills, promoting active movement and brain deve...