Libraries

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

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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.

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.

Events213 Results

16 Feb 2025 - 16 Nov 2025

Kids No-Bake Baking Club at Pakuranga Library

Come along to Pakuranga Library every third Sunday afternoon term time for our kids no-bake bakin...

16 Feb 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Sign & Sing

Join us on the third Sunday of every month for an afternoon of songs, waiata, and NZSL.

17 Jun 2025

Internet Banking and Scams

Join us for an informative event that will help you protect yourself from online scams and financ...

18 Feb 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Leys Institute Little Library Social Knitting Club

Come and join like-minded people and have a great yarn.

15 May 2025 - 17 Jul 2025

Shared Reading Group

Meet other book enthusiasts and get book recommendations from our knowledgeable librarians.

27 Feb 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

From the author's mouth

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

21 Jun 2025 - 05 Jul 2025

Whakamahere ki te wai – A charting of our freshwater ways in central Auckland

Explore the history of waterways in the city via stops at central hub locations, and end your jou...

15 Feb 2025 - 15 Nov 2025

Death Cafe 2025

Enjoy a group-directed discussion about death with no agenda, objectives or themes.