Libraries

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

News191 Results

14-24 year olds 18 Jul 2023

Plan to shape Pukekohe endorsed

The Unlock Pukekohe masterplan to guide development in the town has been endorsed by Franklin Local Board.

Central City Library 17 Jul 2023

Witi Ihimaera named as inaugural patron for Auckland Council Libraries’ We Read Auckland Festival

Witi Ihimaera is named as the first ever patron of Auckland Council Libraries’ Ka Pānui Tātau i Tāmaki Makaurau / We Read Auckland festival.

Heritage 6 Jul 2023

Exploring hidden heritage at Auckland Council Libraries

From Shakespeare's First Folio to rare maps and manuscripts, Auckland Council Libraries Heritage Collections are a treasure trove of information about our past.

Libraries 17 May 2023

Six cosy book nooks at Auckland’s libraries

As well as providing us with free access to gazillions of books, Auckland Council’s 56 libraries provide safe, comforting spaces where you can read, ponder, connect with others – and even whizz down a slide.

City Centre Waterfront 8 May 2023

New sounds emerge from Central City Library basement for Music Month

This is the second year of an Auckland Council programme called Ka Mua Ka Muri Te Iho Auaha. Named after a Māori proverb meaning walking backwards into the future, the premise is that knowing where you came from can help you know where you’re going.

Community 21 Mar 2023

Point Chevalier Little Library pops up

While Point Chevalier Library is out of action, the little library is the neighbourhood's new temporary location that offers a small collection of loan books.

Libraries 19 Dec 2022

International recognition of historically significant papers for Auckland collection

Auckland Council Libraries are delighted to have the Clendon Papers added to the UNESCO Memory of the World Register.

Libraries 13 Dec 2022

Get your summer reading sorted with Auckland Council Libraries

A favourite way to while away the warm summer afternoons is lazing about at the beach or a local park with a book in hand.

Events109 Results

09 Feb 2025 - 25 Feb 2025

Digital Classes at Birkenhead Library

Unlock the full potential of your library membership!

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Cuttings and Kōrero

Join us every last Sunday in Te Ara Tapuwae to connect with other plant enthusiasts!

24 Feb 2025

How to talk to someone with dementia

Join Age Concern for an informative talk where they'll explore strategies for communicating effec...

25 Feb 2025 - 02 Dec 2025

Manga & Anime Club

Meet fellow enthusiasts, discuss your favourite series, and enjoy everything manga and anime!

28 Jan 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

Onehunga Shared Reading Group

Join us to enjoy a short story & poem read aloud with a cup of tea.

26 Feb 2025 - 12 Apr 2025

Tips and Tricks for emergency readiness drop-in

Bring your neighbours, flat mates, or whānau—because being prepared is better together!

27 Feb 2025

Other Worlds: Building the World of Dune

Dr Kara Kennedy explores what makes Dune and its characters believable and relatable and how Herb...

27 Feb 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

From the author's mouth

Share your creative writing projects with fellow writers in the community.