Libraries

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

News192 Results

Libraries 1 Apr 2021

Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini – a new place to call home

A new community hub in the heart of Takanini is now open and provides a home away from home for the growing and diverse community.

Arts 25 Mar 2021

Lockdown collaboration project to be permanent part of oral history collection for Auckland Council Libraries

A collaboration project between Auckland Libraries and Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage launches a five-part podcast series today to commemorate one year since the level four lockdown.

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.

Events213 Results

03 Dec 2024 - 02 Dec 2025

Wriggle & Rhyme - Avondale Library

Come on down to the library with your pepi and tamariki for our Wriggle and Rhyme sessions!

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Good Friends Group

Looking to meet some like-minded people? Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday. Meet new friends in...

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Whānau Friendly Exercise Classes

Join Tu Ranga Ora in this exercise programme.

21 May 2025

National Simultaneous Storytime at East Coast Bays Library

Celebrate 25 years of National Simultaneous Storytime as we read The Truck Cat!

21 May 2025 - 28 May 2025

Lights, Camera, Canva

A hands-on film and editing workshop.

21 May 2025 - 07 Jun 2025

Public Art Tour

Four tours will be offered: two in English and two in Mandarin, with weekday and weekend options...

21 May 2025 - 19 Nov 2025

Digital classes

Stepping UP offers free community programmes that support New Zealanders to build their digital s...

07 May 2025 - 23 Jul 2025

Digital Drop-in at Avondale Library

Our librarians are tech helpful, but are not tech experts.