Libraries

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

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Arts 26 Jan 2016

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.

Community 12 Jan 2016

10 quirky titles in your library

Check out this list of some of the more zany, offbeat book titles at Auckland Libraries.

Housing 7 Jan 2016

NZ’s largest new town taking shape

Flat Bush (Ormiston) is New Zealand's largest and most comprehensively planned new town. Check out the progress and see what's coming up.

Libraries 22 Dec 2015

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.

Community 21 Dec 2015

Replacing the Avondale Community Centre

Replacing the Avondale Community Centre

Rates 11 Dec 2015

Ask Auckland Council – but not about everything!

If in doubt, ask Auckland Council. That seems to be the thought of many Aucklanders who, when they’re in an unusual or sticky situation, believe the council will have the answer.

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.

Events260 Results

26 Mar 2024 - 17 Dec 2024

Community Chip Packet Project Strip Fusing

Join us with a sense of charitable camaraderie to help fuse clean chip packets together to create...

31 Oct 2024

Twisted Tales Halloween Showcase

Get ready for a frightfully fun evening.

26 Sep 2024 - 28 Nov 2024

Kapa Kōrero

Kapa Kōrero is a space to kōrero Māori. Drop in to practice your kōrero Māori while you enjoy a c...

01 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Manly Volunteer Fire Brigade Diamond Jubilee Photographic Display

Join us as we honor the 60th anniversary of the Manly Volunteer Fire Brigade and their unwavering...

01 Nov 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

The Little Leys Classic Film Club

Enjoy the famous, influential, and entertaining masterpieces of twentieth-century cinema.

04 Nov 2024 - 13 Jan 2025

Mackelvie Pattern Books

Don’t miss a summer display with highlights from James Mackelvie’s library including rare pattern...

05 Feb 2024 - 02 Dec 2024

Monthly Knitting & Crochet Group

Meet new people, make new friends while working on your current project over a chat and free tea...

05 Nov 2024

Wastewise DIY Cleaning Products Talk & Workshop

Learn about the importance of chemical-free cleaning products.