Libraries

See the latest news and find out what's happening at an Auckland Council Library near you.

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Development 2 Mar 2016

Local buildings at the ‘heart of communities’

A recent Auckland Council survey has revealed a strong appreciation of local buildings among Aucklanders.

Libraries 29 Jan 2016

Dogs all ears at Auckland Libraries' storytime

Canine companions are here to help kids learn to read.

Arts 26 Jan 2016

On the passing of Barry Brickell

Auckland Council pays tribute to renowned potter, artist, environmentalist and craftsman Barry Brickell whose work features in many public collections, including the council’s.

Community 12 Jan 2016

10 quirky titles in your library

Check out this list of some of the more zany, offbeat book titles at Auckland Libraries.

Libraries 22 Dec 2015

Top Five Treasures - Sir George Grey Special Collections

We asked Sir George Grey Special Collections curator and manager, Georgia Prince, for her top five treasures from the collection.

Community 21 Dec 2015

Replacing the Avondale Community Centre

Replacing the Avondale Community Centre

Educational 2 Dec 2015

Library members love borrowing online

Auckland library members borrowed more than one million e-items from January through to November this year.

Exhibition 30 Nov 2015

Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Papakura

From its thriving town centre, historic Hawkins Theatre and art galleries, to the rural area of Karaka, which is famous for its thoroughbred industry, Papakura has a perfect mix of town and country.

Events219 Results

08 Jan 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Knitting and Craft Group

Bring your knitting, crochet or craft project and enjoy a chat.

08 Jan 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Circle

Come and knit at Blockhouse Bay Library!

26 Oct 2025 - 22 Oct 2026

Read, snack, repeat - Teen Book Club

Come along to our Teen Book Club and you can enjoy free snacks, borrow the latest teen fiction &...

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...

19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

Dimmed lights on the ground floor with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.

20 Feb 2026

Lunar New Year - Clay Horse Craft

Celebrate Lunar New Year with us by making your very own air-dry clay horse!  

20 Feb 2026

Lunar New Year Storytelling

Join us as we listen to stories about Lunar New Year, sing songs together and make red envelopes...

20 Feb 2026

Rainbow Crafternoon

Design and make your very own unique creation to take home that celebrates who you are and what y...