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Join us for school holiday fun and learning

Join in our bookable programmes and free activities in the school holidays.

Autism

April is Autism Acceptance Month. There's a workshop and panel discussion at the library. Explore our autism resources.

What's on

Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.

CCL Mobile - The Library App

Our app lets you find stuff, place holds easily, check out books on the self check machine, & switch between your family's library cards.

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Join us for school holiday fun and learning

Join in our bookable programmes and free activities in the school holidays.

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eResources

eResources

eResources for Tamariki - Kids

Kids can borrow and read eBooks, listen to eAudiobooks, or even read along while listening. There are plenty more eResources for kids.

Listen to Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton on BorrowBox

Listen to this gripping psychological thriller, read by Saskia Maarleveld. Available now, no waitlist!

Read Poorhara by Michelle Rahurahu on Libby now!

A tragicomedy set in the confines of a 1994 Daihatsu Mira, Poorhara is a journey of epic proportions. No wait list for our featured eBook.

Listen to My Favourite Mistake by Marian Keyes on BorrowBox

Listen to this hilarious, heartwarming story from #1 internationally bestselling author Marian Keyes, read by the author. Available now!

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eResources for Tamariki - Kids

Kids can borrow and read eBooks, listen to eAudiobooks, or even read along while listening. There are plenty more eResources for kids.

For Readers

For Readers

New For You - April 2025

New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!

New Titles

Explore the latest eAudiobooks, eBooks, fiction, large print, non-fiction, & stuff for kids and teens.

Popular science reading guide

Popular science takes science and makes it engaging and interesting to read. We recommend some great popular science titles and authors.

Graphic novels and comics

Great stories and great art come together in a range of genres and styles, including biographies - for kids, teens or adults.

New For You

New For You - April 2025

New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!

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Financial Capability Drop In Clinics

Looking for guidance on managing debt, sticking to a budget, or saving? Have a chat with the team from Moana Community Trust.

Deborah Challinor's Lady Undertaker: Black Silk & Sympathy

Fee review's the first book in a new series by Deborah Challinor following the struggles and trials of lady undertaker, Tatty Crowe.

eResources for Tamariki - Kids

Kids can borrow and read eBooks, listen to eAudiobooks, or even read along while listening. There are plenty more eResources for kids.

Pick and Pin Board

14-27 April
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