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Autism
April is Autism Acceptance Month. There's a workshop and panel discussion at the library. Explore our autism resources.
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Our app lets you find stuff, place holds easily, check out books on the self check machine, & switch between your family's library cards.
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eResources for Tamariki - Kids
Kids can borrow and read eBooks, listen to eAudiobooks, or even read along while listening. There are plenty more eResources for kids.
Listen to Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton on BorrowBox
Listen to this gripping psychological thriller, read by Saskia Maarleveld. Available now, no waitlist!
Read Poorhara by Michelle Rahurahu on Libby now!
A tragicomedy set in the confines of a 1994 Daihatsu Mira, Poorhara is a journey of epic proportions. No wait list for our featured eBook.
Listen to My Favourite Mistake by Marian Keyes on BorrowBox
Listen to this hilarious, heartwarming story from #1 internationally bestselling author Marian Keyes, read by the author. Available now!
eResources for Tamariki - Kids
Kids can borrow and read eBooks, listen to eAudiobooks, or even read along while listening. There are plenty more eResources for kids.
Listen to Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton on BorrowBox
Listen to this gripping psychological thriller, read by Saskia Maarleveld. Available now, no waitlist!
Read Poorhara by Michelle Rahurahu on Libby now!
A tragicomedy set in the confines of a 1994 Daihatsu Mira, Poorhara is a journey of epic proportions. No wait list for our featured eBook.
Listen to My Favourite Mistake by Marian Keyes on BorrowBox
Listen to this hilarious, heartwarming story from #1 internationally bestselling author Marian Keyes, read by the author. Available now!
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eResources for Tamariki - Kids
Kids can borrow and read eBooks, listen to eAudiobooks, or even read along while listening. There are plenty more eResources for kids.
For Readers
For Readers
New For You - April 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.
Popular science reading guide
Popular science takes science and makes it engaging and interesting to read. We recommend some great popular science titles and authors.
Graphic novels and comics
Great stories and great art come together in a range of genres and styles, including biographies - for kids, teens or adults.
New For You - April 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.
Popular science reading guide
Popular science takes science and makes it engaging and interesting to read. We recommend some great popular science titles and authors.
Graphic novels and comics
Great stories and great art come together in a range of genres and styles, including biographies - for kids, teens or adults.
New For You
New For You - April 2025
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
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Listen to Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton on BorrowBox
Listen to this gripping psychological thriller, read by Saskia Maarleveld. Available now, no waitlist!
Listen to My Favourite Mistake by Marian Keyes on BorrowBox
Listen to this hilarious, heartwarming story from #1 internationally bestselling author Marian Keyes, read by the author. Available now!
New For You - Mystery & Thriller - April 2025
Fiction that keeps you guessing - you'll find danger, killers, and unexpected twists in this selection of the newest titles.
New For You - Historical Fiction - April 2025
Dive into the past with this selection of the latest Historical Fiction titles.
Listen to Birnam Wood by Eleanor Catton on BorrowBox
Listen to this gripping psychological thriller, read by Saskia Maarleveld. Available now, no waitlist!
Listen to My Favourite Mistake by Marian Keyes on BorrowBox
Listen to this hilarious, heartwarming story from #1 internationally bestselling author Marian Keyes, read by the author. Available now!
New For You - Mystery & Thriller - April 2025
Fiction that keeps you guessing - you'll find danger, killers, and unexpected twists in this selection of the newest titles.
New For You - Historical Fiction - April 2025
Dive into the past with this selection of the latest Historical Fiction titles.