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Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi

June 2025

 

Haere mai, welcome to our Health and Wellbeing newsletter. Explore the latest books and events for body and mind.

 

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Matariki: Māori New Year

Join us in June for exciting free Matariki and Puaka activities and events for you and your whānau to enjoy.

Staff List

Matariki - Haumanu Hauora

Our Matariki theme this year is Haumanu Hauora - Focusing on Wellbeing so immerse yourself in these key resources.

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2026 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards

The shortlist has been announced for New Zealand's most prestigious literary awards.

More about Matariki
 

What's on

Event

Richer Lives, Not Just Richer Economies - Stephen Hickson

Mar 12th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tūranga

In this talk, UC Economics lecturer Stephen Hickson argues that economic growth is vital to human flourishing and to living better lives.

Event

Neurodivergence in Everyday Life

Mar 18th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tūranga

A conversation with Alta Sacra about everyday life as a neurodivergent person, from their perspective as an autistic adult with ADHD.

Blog Post

Looking back at Autism Acceptance Month

At the end of a successful Autism Acceptance Month in April, library staff share some thoughts about neurodiversity.

Event

Richer Lives, Not Just Richer Economies - Stephen Hickson

Mar 12th | 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Tūranga

In this talk, UC Economics lecturer Stephen Hickson argues that economic growth is vital to human flourishing and to living better lives.

Explore events
 

Coming soon

Maternity service by Emma Barnett

The essential companion for every mother embarking on maternity leave 'In one important sense maternity leave is poorly named, as it involves no actual leave. You are constantly on, even when your offspring is having a nap.

 

Grow a new brain by Alberto Villoldo

Modern practitioner Alberto Villoldo reveals research and introduces protocols for readers to improve their brain function, right now.

 

Beating multiple sclerosis by Agotha Nawroth

This book offers personal stories and actionable advice that you can apply to your own wellness journey.

 

Pukapuka hou - New titles

"A Brain That Breathes" by Wilson, Jodi
"Achtsam morden durch bewusste Ernährung" by Dusse, Karsten
"10 Minutes to Beat Anxiety and Panic" by David, Lee
"Big Thoughts" by Dockrill, Laura
"The 5-minute Gardener" by Burke, Nicole Johnsey
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"Achtsam morden durch bewusste Ernährung" by Dusse, Karsten
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More new Mindfulness books
 
"Why Workplace Wellbeing Matters" by De Neve, Jan-Emmanuel
"Paleo for Life" by Cordain, Loren, 1950-
"Tautai" by Taleni, Tufulasi
"Social Emotional Learning, My Well-Being - Are You Depressed? What You Can Do"
"Create your Own Cozy" by Galvan, Liz Marie
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"Paleo for Life" by Cordain, Loren, 1950-
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More new Wellbeing titles
 
"Womanhood" by Nicholson, Jody
"Maghāzah-yi jādūyī" by Doty, James R. 1955-
"Insistent" by Ramp-Adams, Joey
"Wobbles" by Hunter, Ian, 1954-
"The Street Clinic" by Gwata, Dorcas
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"Maghāzah-yi jādūyī" by Doty, James R. 1955-
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More new Health books
 

Staff List

Non-fiction - Endurance

What makes people run, get on a bike or dive into the deep blue and put their bodies through days, weeks and months of agony?

Personal development booklists
 

Coming soon: Toiora exhibition

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2026 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards

The shortlist has been announced for New Zealand's most prestigious literary awards.

More about exhibition & events
 
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