Some council services will be unavailable over the Christmas and New Year break.
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The Sir George Grey collection, gifted to Auckland citizens by Sir George Grey in 1887, is an incredible example of Auckland's rich cultural heritage.
The collection includes rare books, medieval manuscripts, and special highlights, such as Roman Missal from 15th Century Besançon, Shakespeare's 'First Folio', and music to 'God Defend New Zealand'.
Visit the Auckland Library website to find out how you can view the collection.