Libraries

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

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Educational 29 Aug 2017

Book a librarian at Auckland Libraries

Did you know you can book a one-on-one session with a librarian to give you special training on the subject of your choice?

Cultural 28 Aug 2017

Read heritage blogs at Auckland Libraries

Auckland Libraries' heritage experts blog regularly about heritage and family history.

Community 15 Aug 2017

Discover your family history at Auckland Libraries

We speak to Marie Hickey from Auckland Libraries for her tips and tricks to start your search for your ancestors.

Libraries 31 Jul 2017

Auckland Libraries celebrate the zine scene

July is International Zine Month – what better time to check out Auckland Libraries' collection of more than 1000 titles.

Libraries 28 Apr 2017

Update on changes to Auckland Libraries

Greg Morgan, Auckland Council’s Acting General Manager of Libraries and Information, is busting some of the myths surrounding the Fit for the Future programme.

Community 12 Apr 2017

New council websites launching from May

New websites for aucklandcouncil.govt.nz and aucklandlibraries.govt.nz will be launched this year to replace the current unsupported and outdated sites.

Libraries 31 Jan 2017

Devonport Library's cat passes away

Benjamin, Devonport Library’s beloved cat, passed away on Friday, age 17.

Libraries 5 Jan 2017

Auckland Libraries unveil new e-magazine titles

Favourites like NZ Womens Weekly, Home and Next are now available to download and read.

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...