Libraries

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

News198 Results

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and aucklandlibraries.govt.nz will be launched this year to replace the current unsupported and outdated sites.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

Libraries 22 Dec 2016

Multipurpose community facility set to become heart of the west

Westgate library and community centre will include library spaces, an interactive children’s area, and digital and creative hubs.

Libraries 13 Dec 2016

New chapter in Auckland Libraries' evolution

Auckland Libraries are moving with the times.

Events132 Results

19 Jun 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Low sensory hour

Dimmed lights on the ground floor with quiet voices and limited noise throughout the library.

16 Jan 2026 - 04 Dec 2026

Let's sing

Join this friendly, no-audition singing group at Takapuna Library and enjoy music, connection, an...

15 Aug 2025 - 21 Aug 2026

Friday Night Board Games

Join us at Central Library for board games, fun, and friendly competition!

17 Jan 2026

Orewa Writers and Poets Group

This group is for local writing and poetry enthusiasts to write together, share work and get feed...

17 Jan 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Death Cafe

Join an open and welcoming environment to chat over tea and coffee.

10 Jan 2026 - 03 Apr 2026

Hibiscus Coast Genealogy

Unlock the mysteries of your past!

06 Jan 2026 - 01 Feb 2026

Summer reading challenge at East Coast Bays Library

Join us this summer for some fun at the library!

19 Dec 2025 - 17 Jan 2026

Summer School Holiday Fun at Waitākere Central Library

Join in on the summer fun with these activities happening in our library this January.