Libraries

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

News191 Results

Council news 19 Dec 2023

Helensville Library services update

Helensville Library staff are receiving praise for stepping up in challenging circumstances.

Libraries 5 Dec 2023

Auckland Council Libraries celebrate four million milestone and announce Top 100 line-up

Auckland Council Libraries is excited to be reaching the remarkable milestone of four million checkouts this year on Libby this week – just in time for the highly anticipated annual Top 100 books list! 

Community 29 Nov 2023

Investigations into future Point Chevalier community hub underway

Four options are being investigated for future library and community services in Point Chevalier and will be presented to Albert-Eden Local Board in mid-2024.

Libraries 16 Nov 2023

New hours for Mt Roskill Library

The new schedule reduces opening times by two hours – closing half an hour earlier on Mondays and Fridays, and an hour earlier on Thursdays. 

Libraries 27 Oct 2023

Point Chevalier Library turns a page

Great news for local book lovers in Point Chevalier. The library will move to a new home for its books, following the decision to relocate in 2024.

Council news 4 Oct 2023

Auckland Council Libraries adapt research services to changing needs

Research and heritage collection services enter a new era

Libraries 27 Sep 2023

Auckland Council Libraries now a one-stop shop

The incorporation of Auckland Council’s last six service centres into community hubs is rolling out, bringing a successful integration programme to an end and boosting service options for Aucklanders.

Central City Library 15 Sep 2023

Learn the whakapapa of a historic Māori phrasebook this Mahuru Māori

As we celebrate Mahuru Māori, a remarkable piece of history resurfaces as part of Auckland Council Libraries’ Ngako: The Collections Talk, providing a glimpse into the rich linguistic heritage of te reo Māori.

Events194 Results

03 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people at Devonport Library

Learn how to do what you'd like to do with your phone, laptop, tablet or other device.

20 Jan 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Colour Your World - Adult Colouring

Join us for our friendly adult colouring group to relax, unwind and get creative.

20 Jan 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Shore Knitters

Connect with new individuals, forge friendships, and enjoy the company of this friendly group wit...

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Tai Chi with Te Manawa

If you are seeking low-impact exercise that doesn’t require jumping or costly equipment, Tai Chi...

06 May 2025

Life after stroke

Join others in your community affected by stroke in a series of small group education sessions th...

29 Apr 2025 - 09 Dec 2025

Wā Pēpē: Babytime at Warkworth Library

Connect with other parents and bring your little one along for an active movement session with so...

11 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Titirangi Library charity crafters

Come along and connect with like minded people, make new friends, and even pick up new skills. 

04 Mar 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

Textile Tuesday

Bring your own project, browse new craft books and learn from others along the way.