June 2026

Haere mai. Discover what's happening this month in libraries. Explore what's new and cool in our collections.

Matariki: Māori New Year

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

Event

He kai kei āku rika - Matariki Whānau Day

Jun 20th | 10:00am - 3:00pm

Tūranga

Join us for a day of whānau / family fun including stalls with a special focus on food sovereignty and food security.

Event

Matariki Dune Planting

Jun 27th | 10:00am - 12:00pm

New Brighton Library

Bring the whole whānau down to support the dunes. Meet in the library for a kōrero with Ranger Jason before heading out to plant.

Celebrate Matariki

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What's on

Find out about what's happening in libraries in June, July, and August. Pick up our Winter brochure in libraries or read it online.

Tabletop Tūranga: Friday 5, Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June

Enjoy Tabletop Tūranga 2026, a free festival bringing together game lovers, creators, and newcomers for demos, workshops, talks and play.

Philippines Independence Day: Monday 8 to Sunday 14 June

Celebrate Philippine Independence Day from 8 to 14 June 2026. Explore resources about the Philippines, and Filipino crafts and activities.

Find out what's on

School holiday fun

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KidsFest - 4 July to 19 July

KidsFest is full of winter holiday fun for kids. Have a look at what's happening in libraries. Tickets go live Tuesday 9 June, 9am.

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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.

What's on for kids

New For You - June 2026

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

"The Fine Art of Lying" by Andrews, Alexandra

"Training for your Old Lady Body" by Davies, Elizabeth

"The 21st Century Brain" by Critchlow, Hannah

"A Parade of Horribles" by Dinniman, Matt

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Discover new books

I want to watch: Movies and TV

Movies, documentaries, or dramas. Stream them for free with your library membership. Read about your favourite films, directors, and actors.

Watch movies, tv, and docos

Ōmōkihi update

Books, laughter and coffee all in one place at Ōmōkihi café

Christchurch café owners Jan Kim and Jay Lee are bringing their famous scones to Beckenham’s Ōmōkihi South Library and Customer Service Hub. Find out more.

News about Ōmōkihi

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