Libraries

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

News200 Results

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.

Community 24 Feb 2023

More funds found for critical projects

Extra funding has been allocated to advance projects at two popular Howick Local Board local sites.

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.

Events187 Results

07 Feb 2024 - 04 Dec 2024

Book Chat - Glen Eden Library

Come and join our Book Chat group, share your favourite reads and make new friends with other ent...

07 Nov 2024 - 03 Apr 2025

Book Group

Please join us for our monthly Book Chat in Parnell Library, every first Thursday of the month.

05 Sep 2024 - 18 Dec 2025

Crochet Club

Join us for crochet, coffee, and community—all skill levels welcome!

04 Oct 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

Shared Reading at Highland Park Library

Be a part of our shared reading sessions, where once a month we get together and as a group, enjo...

02 Aug 2024 - 06 Dec 2024

The Reading Revolution

Enjoy a relaxed and fun discussion over a cuppa about a short story and a poem we will read aloud...

07 Dec 2024

Panmure Christmas Bash 2024

Bring the whole family for a fun-filled day as we kick off the holiday season in Panmure!

07 Dec 2024

Preserving and Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over the Christmas period.

07 Dec 2024

Tamariki Market

Come along and check out our special market and purchase some gifts for Christmas!