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Auckland Council Libraries celebrate four million milestone and announce Top 100 line-up
Auckland Council Libraries is excited to be reaching the remarkable milestone of four million checkouts this year on Libby this week – just in time for the highly anticipated annual Top 100 books list!

Investigations into future Point Chevalier community hub underway
Four options are being investigated for future library and community services in Point Chevalier and will be presented to Albert-Eden Local Board in mid-2024.

New hours for Mt Roskill Library
The new schedule reduces opening times by two hours – closing half an hour earlier on Mondays and Fridays, and an hour earlier on Thursdays.

Point Chevalier Library turns a page
Great news for local book lovers in Point Chevalier. The library will move to a new home for its books, following the decision to relocate in 2024.

Auckland Council Libraries adapt research services to changing needs
Research and heritage collection services enter a new era

Auckland Council Libraries now a one-stop shop
The incorporation of Auckland Council’s last six service centres into community hubs is rolling out, bringing a successful integration programme to an end and boosting service options for Aucklanders.

Learn the whakapapa of a historic Māori phrasebook this Mahuru Māori
As we celebrate Mahuru Māori, a remarkable piece of history resurfaces as part of Auckland Council Libraries’ Ngako: The Collections Talk, providing a glimpse into the rich linguistic heritage of te reo Māori.

Reopening of St Heliers Library in its iconic building
St Heliers Library has reopened in its permanent location following upgrades.
Events121 Results



Badness in Brokenwood
The Ngaio Marsh Awards, in association with Warkworth Library and Auckland Libraries, invites boo...

Mastering microgreens: Grow your own workshop
Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...

Living tai chi
Come and experience the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi for relaxation, balance and well-being.


Grow your own microgreens workshop – Mount Roskill
Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...

Chinese tea culture course
Explore the flavours of Oolong tea and master the brewing techniques.