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Community 6 Jul 2020

Libraries reach out to support kaumātua Māori

During lockdown, a group of Māori specialist staff from Auckland Council Libraries identified an opportunity to establish a service to engage with kaumātua Māori in these unprecedented times.

Libraries 10 Jun 2020

Aucklanders flock back to libraries to borrow over half a million items

Since re-opening, customers eager to refresh their reading material after lockdown have kept library staff busy restocking shelves.

Libraries 26 May 2020

On the job hunt? Get ahead of the pack with Auckland Council Libraries’ free resources

Free resources and services to help with your job search from Auckland Council Libraries.

Kids / Family 20 May 2020

Leys’ little brother pops up in Ponsonby

Auckland Council Libraries are delighted to welcome Leys Institute Library customers to their new interim library service at 14 Jervois Road, Ponsonby.

Libraries 11 Mar 2020

Leys Institute Little Library to open at end of March

An interim library service for Leys Institute Library customers will be open from 9am on Tuesday 31 March.

Community 9 Mar 2020

New exhibition challenges perceptions of the Pacific

Discover the people and stories of the Saltwater Realm at Waitui Ātea: Saltwater Realm.

Heritage 18 Feb 2020

Two Auckland Council Libraries heritage collections receive UNESCO heritage recognition

The earliest New Zealand land weather records and a 1900s photographic collection have been recognised as being of national significance.

Educational 3 Feb 2020

New look planned for Franklin library

Changes are planned for Franklin: The Centre to add a new community meeting and increased office space for local board staff.

Events256 Results

21 Mar 2026

Fabric Printing

Learn about fabric printing with the Mamas and Papas from the Cook Islands. All ages welcome.

21 Mar 2026

Fun in the Philippines

Following the storytelling session, take part in a crown and headdress craft workshop

21 Mar 2026

Guqin Music and Culture Sharing Workshop

Learn about the history and cultural significance of the guqin, a seven-stringed Chinese zither w...

21 Mar 2026

Konnichiwa Tamariki

Join Kia Ora Nihongo Kids Club for a very special morning of stories, songs and crafts, bringing...

21 Mar 2026

Lantern making and ceramic exhibition

Explore beautifully crafted porcelain and stoneware that reflect centuries-old kiln traditions an...

21 Mar 2026

Latin America Mythology Painting Class

Step into the colourful world of Latin American myths and legends.

21 Mar 2026

Tātai Hono: Te Tīriti ki Tāmaki

Come and learn directly from Māori research specialists who will guide you through whakapapa rese...

21 Mar 2026

Thai Krathong

Discover the cultural significance and symbolism behind this Thai tradition, gaining a deeper app...