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Te Oro proudly presents, in collaboration with Auckland Council Library Heritage Collections, as part of the Auckland Heritage Festival.

Journey through the rich tapestry of Glen Innes and its surrounding areas in this captivating exhibition. Explore the transformation of this vibrant Auckland community through carefully curated historical photographs from decades past.

Discover the changing landscapes that have shaped the area - from housing developments, glimpses of suburban life, and the Glen Innes town center to significant moments such as the Commonwealth Games Village in Glen Innes in 1990.

At the same time, we’re launching our zine showcasing photographs from this exhibition alongside GI town center portraits taken by local photographer Jesse Marsters from his recent exhibition at Te Oro. This zine will showcase Glen Innes stories, photographs, and memories of a neighbourhood shaped by people, culture, and creativity across generations.

Exhibition Details:
• Exhibition opening - Saturday 6 September 1pm
• Exhibition runs until 10th January 2026
• Main exhibition: Te Oro, Glen Innes
• Satelite exhibition: Glen Innes Library

Community Participation Welcome: Do you have historical photographs or images of Glen Innes and surrounding areas? We welcome community contributions to help tell our collective story. Please email your images to teoro@aucklandcouncil.gov.nz for consideration in this special exhibition.

Image: School children on Apirana Avenue, Glen Innes, 1989. Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections 273-PAG002-10. Photographer: Stuart Page

Te Oro

The long-held community dream of a music and arts centre for young people in Glen Innes is here.
In this multi-purpose space, young people and the local community can come together to perform, practise and learn the arts; express their creativity and talents; and celebrate their cultures.

Glen Innes Library.

Glen Innes library holds a special place in its community offering a friendly and welcoming environment to everyone.
The library provides access to the world of knowledge through books, DVDs, e-resources and databases etc.
Whether you are reading for pleasure or study, need to use a computer or free wi-fi, want to join one of our activities or just need to talk to someone; come in and check us out or go to www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz