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Join us for school holiday fun and learning
Come to the library in the school holidays for bookable programmes and free drop-in activities. Bookings are open now.
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Join us for school holiday fun and learning
Come to the library in the school holidays for bookable programmes and free drop-in activities. Bookings are open now.
I want to ...
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Christchurch Photo Hunt: 1 to 31 October 2026
Start getting your photos together for Photo Hunt!. Share your photos old and new and be in to win Riverside Market vouchers
Sustainable living
Find out about the Great Library Seed and Plant Swap, events, and stash and clothing swaps happening in Sustainable Spring.
Cultivate with Richard Till and Dan Rutherford
Sep 29th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Landscape designer Dan Rutherford joins Richard Till for a hands-on workshop on growing herbs, veges and more in compact urban spaces.
WHAIAO Exhibition: 8 August to 29 November
An exploration and celebration of Māori worldviews & the items we are humbly able to hold in our collections at Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi.
Featured
Christchurch Photo Hunt: 1 to 31 October 2026
Start getting your photos together for Photo Hunt!. Share your photos old and new and be in to win Riverside Market vouchers
eResources
eResources
New Zealand Geographic
Writers, photographers and scientists tell the story of NZ in this online magazine archive. Includes videos, podcasts, and photography.
Curious about collectables? Check Carter's Price Guide
Discover the value behind the vintage at Carter's Price Guide.
Hate to wait? Listen now in BorrowBox
There's no need to wait to listen to this Crime Writer's Association Dagger award winner. The Good Father is available now in BorrowBox.
eResources
New Zealand Geographic
Writers, photographers and scientists tell the story of NZ in this online magazine archive. Includes videos, podcasts, and photography.
For Readers
For Readers
New For You - September 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems — chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
New this week
Every week we publish just ordered, new fiction, and new non-fiction lists. Find out the newest titles added to the library collection.
Biography and memoir reading guide
True stories of artists, inventors, icons, and influencers, as well as everyday people.
General fiction reading guide
Whether you prefer books that are lighthearted or serious, literary or more down to earth our guide can help you find your next read.
New For You
New For You - September 2026
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
New
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Kia ora and welcome to Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi - join online now.
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Sustainable Spring Crafts
Oct 2nd | 10:00am - 11:00am
We will be looking at the life cycle of a plant, making bug hotels, and some cool compostable planters.
Storywalk: If You're a Kiwi and You Know It!
Oct 9th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us for a stroll across Wainoni Park as we read "If You're a Kiwi and You Know It" in this spring storywalk. Includes kiwi mask craft!
Podcasting Drop Ins, part of a series
Learn to record voices, music, and sound effects using a RODECaster Pro mobile podcasting desk. Four drop in sessions available.
Urban Explorations - Hidden Gothic walking tour
Oct 18th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Te Matatiki Toi Ora - Arts Centre
Go behind the scenes at Te Matatiki Toi Ora - Arts Centre on this Urban Explorations guided walk. Free, bookings required.
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Sustainable Spring Crafts
Oct 2nd | 10:00am - 11:00am
We will be looking at the life cycle of a plant, making bug hotels, and some cool compostable planters.