Libraries

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

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Libraries 16 Aug 2023

Reopening of St Heliers Library in its iconic building

St Heliers Library has reopened in its permanent location following upgrades.

14-24 year olds 18 Jul 2023

Plan to shape Pukekohe endorsed

The Unlock Pukekohe masterplan to guide development in the town has been endorsed by Franklin Local Board.

Central City Library 17 Jul 2023

Witi Ihimaera named as inaugural patron for Auckland Council Libraries’ We Read Auckland Festival

Witi Ihimaera is named as the first ever patron of Auckland Council Libraries’ Ka Pānui Tātau i Tāmaki Makaurau / We Read Auckland festival.

Heritage 6 Jul 2023

Exploring hidden heritage at Auckland Council Libraries

From Shakespeare's First Folio to rare maps and manuscripts, Auckland Council Libraries Heritage Collections are a treasure trove of information about our past.

Libraries 17 May 2023

Six cosy book nooks at Auckland’s libraries

As well as providing us with free access to gazillions of books, Auckland Council’s 56 libraries provide safe, comforting spaces where you can read, ponder, connect with others – and even whizz down a slide.

City Centre Waterfront 8 May 2023

New sounds emerge from Central City Library basement for Music Month

This is the second year of an Auckland Council programme called Ka Mua Ka Muri Te Iho Auaha. Named after a Māori proverb meaning walking backwards into the future, the premise is that knowing where you came from can help you know where you’re going.

Community 21 Mar 2023

Point Chevalier Little Library pops up

While Point Chevalier Library is out of action, the little library is the neighbourhood's new temporary location that offers a small collection of loan books.

Community 24 Feb 2023

More funds found for critical projects

Extra funding has been allocated to advance projects at two popular Howick Local Board local sites.

Events144 Results

15 Apr 2024 - 13 Dec 2024

Digital Seniors free one-on-one tech support - Whangaparāoa

A workshop for seniors who would like some help with your phone, laptop or tablet.

02 Apr 2024 - 14 Dec 2024

Digital Seniors Hubs free drop in tech sessions - Glenfield

Digital Seniors coaches can help seniors with things such as connecting with friends and whanau o...

27 Mar 2024 - 18 Dec 2024

Digital Drop-In

These walk-in sessions are for people from all walks of life to ask questions about their digital...

20 Mar 2024 - 18 Dec 2024

Book Chat

Are you looking for a fun way to meet new people & discover new authors?

20 Mar 2024 - 18 Dec 2024

Rhymetime at Titirangi

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for pre-schoolers and their ca...

01 Mar 2024 - 18 Dec 2024

Wā Pēpē (Babytime)

Caregivers and children join in with the active movement activities.

21 Feb 2024 - 21 Feb 2025

Wriggle & Rhyme - Albany Village Library

A programme to educate parents and caregivers in active movement,

07 Feb 2024 - 11 Dec 2024

Wriggle and Rhyme - Glen Eden Library

Join us at Glen Eden Library to help stimulate the development of your baby’s body and brain.