Libraries

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

News192 Results

Libraries 19 Oct 2017

Top five borrows from Auckland libraries in 2016

Find out Aucklanders' most checked-out titles of the year.

Libraries 27 Sep 2017

Auckland Libraries boldly goes where no book has gone before

Auckland Libraries trials interactive computer program that recommends books based on an individual’s emotions, the time of day, and the weather.

Libraries 13 Sep 2017

Update on Titirangi Library refurbishment

Titirangi Library is going to be closed for longer than originally anticipated.

Arts 13 Sep 2017

Whakapau tangata – People of the North Hokianga

Hokianga is a captivating story of memories, reflections and living histories, delicately woven together from the heritage collections held in Auckland Libraries.

Cultural 12 Sep 2017

Ngā Kohinga taonga tuku iho Māori

Māori collections are held at the majority of libraries across Tāmaki Makaurau. They include both current and heritage materials.

14-24 year olds 30 Aug 2017

Enjoy your Henderson

Did you know that Henderson and its surrounding area is full of great things to do? It has everything from parks and playgrounds, to pools, leisure centres and libraries, all run or looked after by Auckland Council.

Educational 29 Aug 2017

What does your street's name mean?

Auckland Libraries’ database of Auckland City Street Names gathers verified information (where available) on the origins of names, dates of formation and name changes for streets in the former Auckland City Council area.

Libraries 29 Aug 2017

New Libraries website launches

The new Auckland Libraries website is now live, delivering an easy to use, mobile-first web experience that reflects the diversity of Auckland.

Events235 Results

18 Feb 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Leys Institute Little Library Social Knitting Club

Come and join like-minded people and have a great yarn.

18 Jun 2025 - 25 Jun 2025

Waitaa ki te Maanuka, Waitii ki te Mangatangi, Waipuna ki te Rangi - WORKSHOPS

Learn the cultural significance, techniques, and stories woven into each piece.

15 May 2025 - 17 Jul 2025

Shared Reading Group

Meet other book enthusiasts and get book recommendations from our knowledgeable librarians.

27 Feb 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

From the author's mouth

Share your creative writing projects with fellow writers in the community.

21 Jun 2025 - 05 Jul 2025

Whakamahere ki te wai – A charting of our freshwater ways in central Auckland

Explore the history of waterways in the city via stops at central hub locations, and end your jou...

15 Feb 2025 - 15 Nov 2025

Death Cafe 2025

Enjoy a group-directed discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.

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...