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Author Event: Fantasy authors Sarah A. Parker and H. G. Parry, Friday 26 June
Come along and hear international bestselling fantasy authors Sarah A. Parker and H. G. Parry, both from Aotearoa, talk about their new books. -
Author talk: Ariana Tikao and Ruby Solly in conversation, Fri 26 June
Hear authors Ariana Tikao and Ruby Solly in conversation about Ariana's debut poetry collection 'Pepeha Portal'. -
Late opening dates and locations 16-26 June
Some library locations will be opening later (at 2pm) in June on specific dates for staff training.
Recent stories
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- Clothing for a Cause: an interview with Tris of Aunty Dana’s Op-Shop
- Shining a Light on National Candles: an interview with Elliot Twentyman
- From the Rare Book Collection: The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer
- From the Rare Book Collection: Queen Victoria’s signed copy of her published journals
- From Sea to City: an interview with Wellington artist Michael McCormack
- Te Ara Pukapuka Children's Walk at Wellington Botanic Garden ki Paekākā
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