Libraries

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

News192 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.

Events213 Results

13 Apr 2025 - 14 Dec 2025

North Shore Signers Club - Birkenhead Library

Join our meet-ups to practice signing and meet NZSL community!

10 Feb 2025 - 08 Dec 2025

Craft Circle

Meet new friends, chat with fellow crafters, and work on your projects together.

11 Mar 2025 - 09 Dec 2025

Korean Bookchat

Come share your thoughts on books over a warm cup of tea.

12 Jun 2025 - 26 Jun 2025

Reading to Mango

Spend some quality time with our furry friend Mango as you read your favorite books to him.

12 Jun 2025 - 27 Nov 2025

Scrabble Club

Come along to the Library on the second and fourth Thursdays at 10am and play Scrabble with us.

21 Mar 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Glen Eden Library Shared Reading Group

Join our friendly group for a relaxed shared reading experience with like-minded readers from the...

14 Feb 2025 - 14 Nov 2025

Read, snack, repeat teen book club

Come along to our Teen Book Club and you can enjoy free snacks, borrow the latest teen fiction &...

14 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Book Chat at Pakuranga Library

Join us over a cuppa to chat about what you've been reading.