Some council services will be unavailable over the Christmas and New Year break.
Check if you need to apply or order before Friday 19 December 2025.
Access the archives and undertake research at our offices.
Torona tētahi tari pūranga Visit an archives office
Before your visit
Many of our archives are stored offsite and can take up to five working days to reach our office locations.
To avoid delays:
- Gather as much information as you can about your research topic. Specific names, dates and places will help you search for records.
- Search the archives database online for relevant records.
Contact us at archives@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz so we can retrieve items before your visit.
Archive office locations
Auckland Council Archives has offices in Albany and central Auckland.
- Hawiti Albany Hub
6-8 Munroe Lane
Albany
- Basement, Auckland Central City Library
44-46 Lorne Street
Auckland Central
Opening hours and information
Auckland Council Archives locations are not open on weekends or public holidays.
Albany
Our Albany office is open by appointment only, Monday to Friday.
Contact us on archives@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz for more information.
Central Auckland
Our Reading Room at the Auckland Central Library is open Monday to Friday, 2pm to 5pm, or by appointment.
Use the entrance to the Academy Cinema and walk down two floors. Contact us on archives@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz if you have restricted mobility so we can arrange alternative access.