Libraries

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

News198 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.

Events176 Results

13 Oct 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Te Manawa Digital Drop-in

Drop in to our sessions for a one-on-one digital coaching with our tech-passionate librarians!

06 Oct 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Book Nook Club at East Coast Bays Library

We share the love of reading  and create lasting friendships by discussing the stories we read an...

06 Oct 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Te Manawa Kids Play

A drop-in session for active babies and toddlers in the Children’s space! Tamariki can play with...

08 Sep 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Senior's Social Group

Come along and enjoy a warm, welcoming space where seniors can relax, connect with others, and sh...

01 Sep 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Justice of the Peace

Come visit the local Justice of the Peace for all your community services.

11 Aug 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Shore Knitters

Connect with new individuals, forge friendships, and enjoy the company of this friendly group wit...

18 May 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

The Reading Revolution's Shared Reading Group

Just drop in, grab a cuppa and enjoy some wonderful short stories and poems!

24 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme - Parnell Library

A fun interactive session of songs, stories and bubbles for babies and toddlers.