Libraries

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

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Libraries 22 Jul 2022

Look out for our mobile libraries at the markets

If you are visiting one of the local markets at Smiths Avenue, Ōtara or Wesley, why not drop by at one of our mobile libraries for some fun activities to do?

Heritage 13 Jul 2022

Strong future for grand old building

St Heliers Community Library services will be relocating temporarily to Turua Hall

Libraries 30 Jun 2022

Aucklanders welcomed back to libraries with lost book amnesty

Aucklanders who have not been to an Auckland Council Library for some time are being welcomed back with a three-month long amnesty which started on 1 July 2022.

Council news 23 Jun 2022

Auckland Council finalist in excellence awards

Click and collect, outdoor spin classes, virtual concerts and ground-breaking kauri programme make it to the finals of local government excellence awards.

Libraries 11 Feb 2022

New adult literacy books launched

Literacy Waitākere and Auckland Council Libraries are marking the Festival of Adult Learning Ahurei Ākonga with the launch of three new adult literacy books on 12 March 2022 at New Lynn Library.

Libraries 31 Oct 2021

Study at home for teens with Auckland Libraries

Keep teens motivated with online resources that help them succeed with their schoolwork while schools are closed.

Libraries 29 Oct 2021

Take-away book service to support Aucklanders in lockdown

Auckland Council Libraries is launching a contactless click and collect service for Aucklanders keen to keep reading and learning over lockdown.

Events228 Results

05 Apr 2025 - 06 Dec 2025

Saturday book chat

Join us on a Saturday afternoon for a lively discussion about what you've been reading.

24 Mar 2025 - 29 Dec 2025

Storytime

Unleash the fun! Join us every Monday and Saturday morning for stories, songs, rhymes, and a crea...

20 Mar 2025 - 05 Apr 2025

Traditional Japanese storytelling: kamishibai

Our community friend Mami Kay will introduce you to Japanese picture storytelling-kamishibai or '...

19 Feb 2025 - 02 Aug 2025

Other Worlds: an exhibition by Auckland Council Libraries

Enjoy seeing early editions of your favourite works and be inspired to find your next read.

15 Feb 2025 - 13 Dec 2025

Storytime

Join us every Saturday for Storytime, where wonderful tales are brought to life by our librarians...

08 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people at Takapuna Library

Are you a senior who would like some help with your digital device?

13 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

Hibiscus Coast Genealogy

The Hibiscus Coast Branch of NZ Society of Genealogists can help you unlock the mysteries of your...

16 Nov 2024 - 31 May 2025

Tamariki Time at Pt Chevalier Little Library

Join us for our Tamariki Time sessions and enjoy some stories, songs, and movement with your litt...