Libraries

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

News194 Results

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.

Plans / Projects 5 Oct 2022

Have your say on Leys Institute restoration and modernisation designs

It is time to have your say on the future design for the restoration of the much-loved Leys Institute at 20 St Marys Road, with consultation on two design options open until 1 December.

Libraries 29 Sep 2022

Name adopted for Avondale library and community hub

Avondale library and community hub has taken another step in its development, following the adoption of the name ‘Te Hono’ by Whau Local Board.

Libraries 22 Sep 2022

Essential works begin at Helensville War Memorial Hall and Library

Essential works to upgrade and strengthen the Helensville War Memorial Hall and Library will get underway this month.

COVID-19 12 Sep 2022

Upcoming changes to COVID-19 restrictions at Auckland Council facilities following traffic light announcement

Face masks no longer required at Auckland Council facilities from Tuesday 13 September.

Libraries 31 Aug 2022

Digitised Chelsea archives a treat for local historians

Historical records from over 4,700 employees of the Chelsea Sugar Refinery going back to the 1880s have been digitised and made available to the public thanks to funding from the Kaipātiki Local Board.

Events223 Results

20 Mar 2024 - 27 Jul 2024

That’s so last century: What we wore 1950s – 1990s

That’s so last century: What we wore 1950s – 1990s showcases fashion and ways it has impacted dif...

20 Feb 2024 - 17 Dec 2024

Social Knitting Club | Leys Institute Little Library

Whether you're a crochet novice or master knitter, if you want to meet other like-minded crafty f...

17 Jul 2024

Author Talk: Lee Murray

Lee has taken the ancient legend of the fox spirit to tell the hidden tales of women of the Chine...

10 Jul 2024 - 12 Dec 2024

Kids Time at Helensville Library

Under-6s and their grown ups are invited to join the Helensville Library team for stories, songs,...

09 Jul 2024 - 18 Jul 2024

Ngā Tamariki o Matariki: The Children of Matariki - July School Holidays at Rānui Community Library

Come join us at Rānui Community Library for Matariki themed activities these school holidays!

08 Jul 2024 - 20 Jul 2024

Matariki celebration at Ōtāhuhu Library

Join us for a series of exciting events.

08 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Grey Lynn Library - Ngā Tamariki o Matariki

Join us for these school holidays events.

08 Jul 2024 - 08 Dec 2024

Kids Time at Helensville Library

Kids Time is aimed at under-6s and their grown-ups, but each session is adapted to suit the day's...