Libraries

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News191 Results

Libraries 5 Oct 2016

Top 10 Most Borrowed Library Books 2015

We count down the most popular reads of the year.

Libraries 28 Sep 2016

New courtyard for Glen Eden library

Glenmall is now more inviting and attractive for visitors to Glen Eden’s town centre, thanks to a refurbished courtyard outside the library.

14-24 year olds 20 Sep 2016

Watch: Tupu Youth Library goes digital

With a big collection of graphic novels and comics, TVs and a table tennis table, Tupu Youth Library is a place of fun and learning.

Housing 9 Sep 2016

Auckland adds 43,000 new residents in the June year

In the past year, Auckland’s population grew by more than 43,000 people and more than 1.57 million people now call Tāmaki Makaurau home.

Libraries 7 Sep 2016

Loving Whangaparāoa Library’s new look

The recent upgrade at Whangaparāoa Library has got a big thumbs up from customers of all ages.

Community 21 Jul 2016

Nautilus repairs impact Orewa Library and car park

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board have agreed subject to certain conditions to grant landowner approval and a license to occupy part of the Orewa Library car park for repairs to the Nautilus building.

Community 18 Jul 2016

The eyes of the god, Tāwhirimātea

In celebration of Matariki Festival 2016 Auckland Libraries has created a short video that tells the story of the dawning of the Māori new year. This story is one version of many different interpretations of Matariki.

Community 25 May 2016

Join the Jane Austen book club

Despite being nearly two decades after her death, Jane Austen’s legacy continues to live on – including right here in Auckland. Howick Library has captured her legacy by creating a Jane Austen book club.

Events159 Results

25 May 2024

Kairos acoustic duo performance

Instrumental and song performance of acoustic blues, rock and indie folk.  

25 May 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

Living Waste Free - Recipe Remix Workshop

Learn new ideas to use up those forgotten ingredients hiding at the back of your fridge and pantry.

24 Feb 2024 - 29 Jun 2024

Dough and Play

Have fun with dough modelling, creative art and quality time for your whole family.

24 Feb 2024 - 23 Nov 2024

Chinese Shared Reading

Come along to connect with other participants and share your thoughts over a cup of coffee/tea in...

27 Jan 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Poetry Club

Light refreshments are provided, and attendees are welcome to bring along snacks to share with th...

26 May 2024

Brain Play STEM sessions

Unleash your curiosity and creativity with Brain Play!

26 May 2024

Music and dance in the Library with Tierra Viva

Tierra Viva is visiting Avondale in celebration of NZ Music month to bring some Latin vibes into...

26 May 2024

Ukulele Jam Session

Play along to popular and fun songs as part of a group.