Libraries

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

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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.

Libraries 16 Aug 2023

Reopening of St Heliers Library in its iconic building

St Heliers Library has reopened in its permanent location following upgrades.

Events246 Results

11 Jan 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

North Shore Signers Club

Join our meet-ups to practice signing and meet the NZSL community!

14 Apr 2025

Bug hotels

Come along for a fun, hands-on activity that supports our tiny garden helpers!

14 Apr 2025 - 17 Apr 2025

Easter egg scavenger hunt

Find the clues and celebrate Easter with a sweet treat.

10 Feb 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Craft Circle

Meet new friends, chat with fellow crafters, and work on your projects together.

15 Apr 2025

Easter rabbit craft

Craft a magical Easter bunny to go with your Easter festivities.

16 Apr 2025

Easter egg robot maze challenge

Master the Easter maze and collect your sweet prize.

16 Apr 2025

Wonderful world of tiger worms

Celebrate upcoming Earth Day and dive into the world of Tiger Worms at this Worm Farming for kids...

17 Apr 2025

Other Worlds: Beyond this Earth

Packed with string quartet music rearranged, reimagined, and rediscovered, this short concert hou...