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Seaweek
Seaweek is New Zealand’s annual national week about the sea and is on 1 - 9 March. We'll have themed storytimes fun for kids!
Wā Pēpi: Babytimes
Wā Pēpi: Babytimes - enjoy stories and rhymes for babies and under 2s at home.
CINCH Community Information Christchurch
Visit the CINCH online directory to join and connect with community groups, organisations, activities, education, and hobbies.
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.
Seaweek
Seaweek is New Zealand’s annual national week about the sea and is on 1 - 9 March. We'll have themed storytimes fun for kids!
Wā Pēpi: Babytimes
Wā Pēpi: Babytimes - enjoy stories and rhymes for babies and under 2s at home.
CINCH Community Information Christchurch
Visit the CINCH online directory to join and connect with community groups, organisations, activities, education, and hobbies.
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.
Events
CINCH Community Information Christchurch
Visit the CINCH online directory to join and connect with community groups, organisations, activities, education, and hobbies.
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eResources
eResources
Aotearoa New Zealand eResources
Explore eResources about Aotearoa New Zealand.
Listen to Richard Osman's The Last Devil to Die on BorrowBox
Listen to the fourth in the bestselling series The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman, read by Fiona Shaw - no holds, no queues.
Listen to The Survivors by Jane Harper on BorrowBox
Listen to the brilliant new psychological crime instalment from bestselling author of The Dry, Jane Harper - no holds, no queues.
Skip the Line with Libby and OverDrive
Reads without the wait! Skip the line and borrow a popular title for a two week loan. One title at a time, no holds or renewals.
Aotearoa New Zealand eResources
Explore eResources about Aotearoa New Zealand.
Listen to Richard Osman's The Last Devil to Die on BorrowBox
Listen to the fourth in the bestselling series The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman, read by Fiona Shaw - no holds, no queues.
Listen to The Survivors by Jane Harper on BorrowBox
Listen to the brilliant new psychological crime instalment from bestselling author of The Dry, Jane Harper - no holds, no queues.
Skip the Line with Libby and OverDrive
Reads without the wait! Skip the line and borrow a popular title for a two week loan. One title at a time, no holds or renewals.
eBooks
Aotearoa New Zealand eResources
Explore eResources about Aotearoa New Zealand.
For Readers
For Readers
New For You - February 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.
Personal development reading guide
Want to lead a more healthy, sustainable life, or try new challenges and hobbies? Great reads to help you be your best self.
Romance reading guide
Like your Romance fiction modern or historical, rural or fantastical, restrained or raunchy? Our guide can help you find 'The One'.
New For You - February 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.
Personal development reading guide
Want to lead a more healthy, sustainable life, or try new challenges and hobbies? Great reads to help you be your best self.
Romance reading guide
Like your Romance fiction modern or historical, rural or fantastical, restrained or raunchy? Our guide can help you find 'The One'.
New For You
New For You - February 2025
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Join the library. It's free!
Kia ora and welcome to Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi - join online now.
Ngā Waiata Rongonui, part of a series
Join Tuahine Justice as she sings and dances her way through te ao Māori with our new kaupapa, Ngā Waiata Rongonui.
Street Art
Street art is a notable feature of the urban landscape in Christchurch, Find out more about local street art and events.
Everything you need to know about Te Matatini
Learn the history behind Aotearoa's biggest haka festival, where to watch, and which local teams are performing.
Since the ground shook - Exhibition
This exhibition commemorates the impact of the earthquakes and launches on the 10 year anniversary of the 22 February earthquake.
Ngā Waiata Rongonui, part of a series
Join Tuahine Justice as she sings and dances her way through te ao Māori with our new kaupapa, Ngā Waiata Rongonui.
Street Art
Street art is a notable feature of the urban landscape in Christchurch, Find out more about local street art and events.
Everything you need to know about Te Matatini
Learn the history behind Aotearoa's biggest haka festival, where to watch, and which local teams are performing.
Since the ground shook - Exhibition
This exhibition commemorates the impact of the earthquakes and launches on the 10 year anniversary of the 22 February earthquake.
