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Local buildings at the ‘heart of communities’
A recent Auckland Council survey has revealed a strong appreciation of local buildings among Aucklanders.
Dogs all ears at Auckland Libraries' storytime
Canine companions are here to help kids learn to read.
On the passing of Barry Brickell
Auckland Council pays tribute to renowned potter, artist, environmentalist and craftsman Barry Brickell whose work features in many public collections, including the council’s.
10 quirky titles in your library
Check out this list of some of the more zany, offbeat book titles at Auckland Libraries.
Top Five Treasures - Sir George Grey Special Collections
We asked Sir George Grey Special Collections curator and manager, Georgia Prince, for her top five treasures from the collection.
Replacing the Avondale Community Centre
Replacing the Avondale Community Centre
Library members love borrowing online
Auckland library members borrowed more than one million e-items from January through to November this year.
Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Papakura
From its thriving town centre, historic Hawkins Theatre and art galleries, to the rural area of Karaka, which is famous for its thoroughbred industry, Papakura has a perfect mix of town and country.
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Sinhala and Sri Lankan culture
Fun, interactive sessions introduce traditions, history, and Sinhala basics.
School Holiday Programme Raumati Reads at Highland Park Library
Come along this school holidays for crafts, movies, games and family fun!
Summer School Holidays at Whangaparāoa Library
Enjoy this school holiday with amazing activities and events.
Raumati Reads at Auckland Council Libraries
Raumati Reads is a free, fun summer reading challenge designed for primary school-aged children t...
From the Archives: Drawing Aotearoa
An illustrated look at New Zealand life - from early etchings and political cartoons to the every...
Lupe I Vao Ese
This exhibition centres indigenous ways of knowing and being. Rather than presenting measina as r...
Author Talk: Weng Wai Chan
Join author Weng Wai Chan for an interactive session on her award-winning children’s book Lizard’...
Grow your own microgreens workshop
Discover how simple, fun and rewarding it can be to grow fresh, nutritious microgreens right at h...