Libraries

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

News192 Results

Educational 2 Dec 2015

Library members love borrowing online

Auckland library members borrowed more than one million e-items from January through to November this year.

Exhibition 30 Nov 2015

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.

Libraries 30 Nov 2015

Auckland Libraries help kids crack Minecraft code

Steve and Alex from Minecraft are teaming up with President Obama and Auckland Libraries to get kids writing code.

Plans / Projects 26 Nov 2015

North Rodney council proposed

The Northern Action Group (NAG) has applied to the Local Government Commission to create a North Rodney Unitary Council.

Libraries 25 Nov 2015

Love of libraries spans the generations

The matriarch of four generations of Auckland Libraries users always told her children you’re never alone as long as you have a good book – and they listened.

Cultural 21 Oct 2015

Into the River author Ted Dawe discusses censorship

Ted Dawe, author of Into the River, speaks about his experiences following the recent decision to place an interim restriction on the book.

Libraries 6 Oct 2015

Devonport Library up for award

Devonport Library is of only five public libraries worldwide to be nominated for the Public Library of the Year award.

Community 28 Sep 2015

More libraries open on weekends

Under Auckland Council’s new 10-year budget, library opening hours have changed to ensure resources are better shared across the region.

Events235 Results

14 Jun 2025

Treaty of Waitangi workshop

A lively interactive workshop for ethnic communities & families.

08 Mar 2025 - 08 Nov 2025

Read, Share, Connect

Join us for a relaxed and engaging reading experience where we dive into one short text each sess...

15 Jun 2025

Matariki kai time - Biscuits decorating

Bring your friends and family along and come join us at Pakuranga Library for a fun-filled kai ev...

16 Feb 2025 - 16 Nov 2025

Crafters' corner

Bring in your craft projects and relax in crafters' corner.

16 Feb 2025 - 16 Nov 2025

Kids No-Bake Baking Club at Pakuranga Library

Come along to Pakuranga Library every third Sunday afternoon term time for our kids no-bake bakin...

16 Feb 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Sign & Sing

Join us on the third Sunday of every month for an afternoon of songs, waiata, and NZSL.

17 Mar 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Glenfield Library Book Chat

Our book chat is a place where you can connect with fellow readers, make new friends, expand your...

17 Jun 2025

Internet Banking and Scams

Join us for an informative event that will help you protect yourself from online scams and financ...