Libraries

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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.

Events214 Results

20 Mar 2025 - 27 Nov 2025

Crafternoon: Children

Children's crafternoons!

20 Mar 2025 - 27 Nov 2025

Crafternoons: Adults

Bring along a portable craft project and join fellow crafters for a chance to socialise and share.

27 Feb 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme - Birkenhead Library

Join us for 30 minute sessions of rhymes, songs and bubbles every Thursday at 10am.

13 Feb 2025 - 11 Apr 2025

Reading to Mango

Spend some quality time with our furry friend, Mango, as you read your favourite books to him.

13 Feb 2025 - 30 Nov 2025

English Class

English Class for Beginners provided by English Language Partners.

13 Feb 2025 - 04 Dec 2025

Rhymetime - Glen Eden Library

Rhymetime is a fun, free session including music, songs, movement, stories and finger rhymes.

13 Feb 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Mandarin Storytime

Join us for Mandarin Storytime, where children can explore the world of Mandarin through engaging...

13 Feb 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Play Group

Join our weekly playgroup every Thursday from 11:00–11:45 AM, right after the Wriggle and Rhyme s...