Libraries

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

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Council news 20 Mar 2026

Auckland’s digital library - a story of growth, access, and community

Across Tāmaki Makaurau reading has quietly transformed.

Libraries 24 Nov 2025

Auckland Libraries’ summer reading challenge returns

The beloved, free reading challenge Raumati Reads, returns to transform the school holidays into a reading adventure the whole family can get behind. 

Community 22 Jul 2025

Read all about it, Flat bush

Recognising the need for a dedicated space where the community can learn, connect, and grow, the local board has worked hard to make this project possible.

Council news 11 Jun 2025

‘Above our expectations’ - Aucklanders borrow millions of library books over past year

Auckland Council Libraries are leading the way lifting literacy across Tāmaki Makaurau with a stack of activities, support and smart technology.

Community 10 Jun 2025

Celebrating Autism in Every Shade

Every Colour, every kid, every story. It was Sensory Fun Day at Ōtara Library on 29 April - part of Autism Awareness Month.

Libraries 3 Jun 2025

Check it out: Auckland Council Libraries trial board game lending

The programme gives Aucklanders the opportunity to connect, play and learn together.

Libraries 28 May 2025

Auckland Council Libraries Celebrates Samoan Language Week with a new children’s book release

To celebrate Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa - Samoan Language Week (1 – 7 June) Auckland Council Libraries and Oratia Books are launching a new bilingual picture book.  

Community 14 May 2025

Mahurangi East Community Centre opens after renovations

The Mahurangi East Community Centre doors are open again to Snells Beach community.

Events263 Results

04 Aug 2026 - 06 Aug 2026

Cook Island Language Week Storytime

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

18 Aug 2026 - 20 Aug 2026

Tongan Language Week Storytime

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

15 Sep 2026 - 17 Sep 2026

Māori Language Week Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.

16 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori Kapa Haka performance

A special performance by Pukekohe Intermediate's Kapa Haka group to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Mā...

06 Oct 2026 - 08 Oct 2026

Fijian Language Week Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.

03 Nov 2026 - 05 Nov 2026

Diwali Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.

08 Dec 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Christmas Storytime

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