Libraries

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

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Libraries 19 Jul 2024

We Read Auckland Festival returns to Tāmaki Makaurau

Get ready for a month of great local reads and insightful author talks as We Read Auckland / Ka Pānui Tātou Tāmaki Makaurau returns for 2024.

Libraries 27 Jun 2024

Library services go mod in Pt Chev

A new modern, modular building will be located at the intersection of Great North and Point Chevalier roads, at the site of the old library to provide a better option for Pt Chev library goers.

Libraries 26 Jun 2024

Multi-million-dollar upgrade starts soon at Ōrewa Library

The extensive upgrade of Ōrewa Library will be completed by next June, three months ahead of schedule.

Libraries 16 May 2024

Auckland Council Libraries revamps its holds pick-up process

Auckland Council Libraries is updating its hold pick-up process to enhance privacy of customers.

Summer 5 Mar 2024

Don't let grey skies spoil your summer

Across our region, there's plenty going on to keep you busy whatever the weather.

Libraries 28 Feb 2024

Rediscover your local library

Auckland has 56 libraries across the region where you can borrow books and magazines, both in paper form and digital.

Libraries 14 Feb 2024

Point Chevalier interim library delayed

Despite reaching agreement for a lease at a Great North Road site, council has been informed that the business leasing the location is currently under negotiation for sale, and no longer available for lease.

Council news 19 Dec 2023

Helensville Library services update

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

Events254 Results

17 Nov 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors drop-in sessions

Bring your device along to a Digital Seniors hub to learn at your own pace with one-on-one help f...

10 Nov 2025 - 01 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Takapuna Library

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement, and play.

27 Oct 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Rhymetime

Join us for Rhymetime!

13 Oct 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Te Manawa Digital Drop-in

Drop in to our sessions for a one-on-one digital coaching with our tech-passionate librarians!

06 Oct 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Korean Bilingual Story & Rhyme Time at East Coast Bays Library

Come and join us to sing and read in both Korean and English.

06 Oct 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Book Nook Club at East Coast Bays Library

We share the love of reading  and create lasting friendships by discussing the stories we read an...

06 Oct 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Te Manawa Kids Play

A drop-in session for active babies and toddlers in the Children’s space! Tamariki can play with...

08 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Senior's Social Group

Come along and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where seniors can relax, connect with others, and sh...