Libraries

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

News198 Results

Youth / Rangatahi 18 Jul 2023

Plan to shape Pukekohe endorsed

The Unlock Pukekohe masterplan to guide development in the town has been endorsed by Franklin Local Board.

Central City Library 17 Jul 2023

Witi Ihimaera named as inaugural patron for Auckland Council Libraries’ We Read Auckland Festival

Witi Ihimaera is named as the first ever patron of Auckland Council Libraries’ Ka Pānui Tātau i Tāmaki Makaurau / We Read Auckland festival.

Heritage 6 Jul 2023

Exploring hidden heritage at Auckland Council Libraries

From Shakespeare's First Folio to rare maps and manuscripts, Auckland Council Libraries Heritage Collections are a treasure trove of information about our past.

Libraries 17 May 2023

Six cosy book nooks at Auckland’s libraries

As well as providing us with free access to gazillions of books, Auckland Council’s 56 libraries provide safe, comforting spaces where you can read, ponder, connect with others – and even whizz down a slide.

City Centre Waterfront 8 May 2023

New sounds emerge from Central City Library basement for Music Month

This is the second year of an Auckland Council programme called Ka Mua Ka Muri Te Iho Auaha. Named after a Māori proverb meaning walking backwards into the future, the premise is that knowing where you came from can help you know where you’re going.

Community 21 Mar 2023

Point Chevalier Little Library pops up

While Point Chevalier Library is out of action, the little library is the neighbourhood's new temporary location that offers a small collection of loan books.

Libraries 19 Dec 2022

International recognition of historically significant papers for Auckland collection

Auckland Council Libraries are delighted to have the Clendon Papers added to the UNESCO Memory of the World Register.

Libraries 13 Dec 2022

Get your summer reading sorted with Auckland Council Libraries

A favourite way to while away the warm summer afternoons is lazing about at the beach or a local park with a book in hand.

Events269 Results

31 Mar 2026

Mochi making

Join us for a hands-on Japanese mochi-making class. Mochi is a traditional Japanese food with a c...

31 Mar 2026 - 02 Apr 2026

Easter Storytime

A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

01 Apr 2026

Celebrando Mexico

Ōtara Library is excited to celebrate the rich, vibrant life and culture of Mexico!

01 Apr 2026

Pasifika Vibes

Create something colourful and meaningful while hearing stories that celebrate community, connect...

04 Mar 2026 - 01 Jul 2026

Life after Stroke: Stroke Education groups

Join others in your community affected by stroke in a series of small group education sessions th...

04 Mar 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Wednesday Book Chat

Share your thoughts, discover new titles, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts.

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Glen Eden Library

Come join our friendly group where you can hear about good books from other keen readers and shar...

04 Feb 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Book Chat - Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join our lively group and meet others who are interested in sharing their reading.