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40th Anniversary of Homosexual Law Reform: a Rainbow History presentation, Sunday 5 July
Explore a range of library resources, reading lists and events to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Homosexual Law Reform Act 1986. -
Chinese Language Week Mon 29 June - Sun 5 July 2026
Join us for free craft and music events, talks and resources to celebrate New Zealand Chinese Language Week from 29 June - 5 July 2026. -
Winter School Holiday Programme 2026
Mānawatia a Matariki me Puanga! Dive into the magic of Matariki and Puanga at your library over the holidays!
Recent stories
- Book Launch: Out of the box | Saturday 18 July
- Running the Show: An Interview with Fergus Kisby-MacLeod, General Manager of the Penthouse Cinema
- Tūhono 2026 – We Want Your Poems
- 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
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Kids
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