Libraries

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Community 14 May 2025

Mahurangi East Community Centre opens after renovations

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

Community 15 Apr 2025

Pasifika Month in Māngere-Ōtāhuhu

“...Visit your local library, there’s always something fun happening...!" Pasifika Month was an exciting, month-long celebration in March across Māngere Town Centre Library, Māngere Bridge Library, Tōia Library, and Māngere East Library.

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.

Events213 Results

22 Jun 2025

Picture perfect

Learn new techniques and improve your photography skills.

23 Jun 2025

What you need to know with Macular Degeneration

Learn how to protect your sight and stay informed about macular degeneration with expert Phillipp...

24 Jun 2025 - 01 Jul 2025

Moana Ora: A Healthy Ocean

Explore the vast ocean while remaining in the safety of Ngā Potaka Kōrero.

26 Jun 2025

Notes on Tāmaki: From Mozart to Matariki

The Kotuku Quintet returns to the stage this year with a programme based around a Mozart piano co...

27 Jun 2025

Wā Kōrero o Pāke: Storytime for Adults

This is a time and space for Māori storytellers to read or share kōrero connected to the wai.

30 Jun 2025

Matariki Clay Star Decorations

Share time with whānau, strengthen our community bonds, explore the significance of whetū (stars)...

30 Jun 2025

Matariki kids star making

Join us in making and decorating hanging clay stars for Matariki!

02 Jul 2025

Watercare Rain Gauges

Highland Park Library is delighted to welcome back Watercare Education for an interactive session.