Libraries

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

News190 Results

Libraries 5 Mar 2021

Beloved library getting an upgrade

East Coast Bays Library is one of the busiest across Tāmaki Makaurau, and all the foot traffic has meant the library is now in need of maintenance so it can keep serving the community well.

Libraries 17 Dec 2020

Library hours align with public demand this Christmas

During this Christmas and New Year break, 54 of our 55 Auckland libraries will close for four extra days responding to data showing that Aucklanders visit libraries less frequently during this period.

Libraries 2 Dec 2020

Libraries help get summer sorted with ‘Top 100’ books

Auckland’s 55 libraries have curated their Top 100 list of titles – in ten categories - ready for summer 2021.

Libraries 24 Nov 2020

Papakura Library lifts to get revamp

Papakura's Sir Edmund Hillary Library is having its lifts to the carpark revamped, which will mean visitors will need to use the stairs or the other ground floor lift.

Libraries 23 Nov 2020

10 millionth eBook makes history

Aucklander Sarid Olvera Anzures downloaded an eBook on her phone in August, unaware she had just borrowed the 10 millionth OverDrive eBook from Auckland Council Libraries.

Libraries 17 Nov 2020

Gone fishing with a reel 3D-printed at Te Manawa library

For just the cost of materials, Aucklanders can make use of 3D printers at eight Auckland Council Libraries across the region.

Arts 16 Oct 2020

'Food for Thought' exhibition tempts Auckland's tastebuds

Take your tastebuds along to Food for Thought at the Central City Library and prepare to leave feeling hungry.

Libraries 13 Oct 2020

Wrap-around services in uncertain times

Auckland Council Libraries are responding to emerging community needs as the city moves to recover from the impacts of COVID-19.

Events210 Results

16 Feb 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Kōrero Mai te reo Māori weekly conversation group

A friendly, supportive get together for all levels to learn, practice, enjoy & improve te reo.

16 Feb 2025 - 23 Dec 2029

Dementia friendly Sunday

Come for a cuppa and a chat in a safe friendly space.

05 Jan 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Kōrero mai - Kōrero atu

A space to share kōrero of all levels of Te Reo Māori.

14 Apr 2025

Bug hotels

Come along for a fun, hands-on activity that supports our tiny garden helpers!

14 Apr 2025

CVNZ Conservation Conversations: The Restoration of an Urban Freshwater Gem

We invite Wendy John from Friends of Oakley Creek to share her experience in caring for Te Auaung...

14 Apr 2025

Robogals Dragster Cars Workshop

The Robogals will be at Leys helping tamariki design and build super-fast eco-friendly dragster c...

14 Apr 2025 - 16 Apr 2025

School Holidays at Parnell Library

Join us at Parnell Library during these school holidays for an eco-friendly craft session and an...

14 Apr 2025 - 17 Apr 2025

Easter egg scavenger hunt

Find the clues and celebrate Easter with a sweet treat.