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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
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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
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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.
Sustainable living
Find out about the Great Library Seed and Plant Swap, events, and stash and clothing swaps happening in Sustainable Spring.
Extra Lives: Interactive Video Game Concert at Tūranga
Sep 25th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Extra Lives is a fully narrated, inclusive choose-your-own-adventure game where you are the main character. Book your tickets now.
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.
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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.
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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WHAIAO presents: Folk Tales Performance
Nov 20th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Dark tales from the folklore of two cultures come together, to bewitch and inspire. with Kim Te Pairi Garrett and Lizzie Tollemache.
WHAIAO presents: Mōkihi & the Maramataka
Oct 3rd | 11:00am - 1:30pm
Mōkihi Wānanga. Join us to learn more about traditional Māori watercraft known as mōkihi or mogi here in Te Waipounamu/South Island.
National Poetry Day competition winners 2026
Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year’s poetry competition. We received 167 entries across all age groups.
Week of Italian Language in the World writing competition
Choose any book from our Italian collection and write an original short story inspired by the title. Entries close 25 October.
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WHAIAO presents: Folk Tales Performance
Nov 20th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Dark tales from the folklore of two cultures come together, to bewitch and inspire. with Kim Te Pairi Garrett and Lizzie Tollemache.