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Summertime Reading Challenge Summertime Reading Challenge

The Summertime Reading Challenge runs from Sat 1 Dec 2018 to Wednesday 28 Feb 2019 for kids (ages 0 to 13) and adults (ages 13+).
The Summertime Reading Challenge runs from Sat 1 Dec 2018 to Wednesday 28 Feb 2019 for kids (ages 0 to 13) and adults (ages 13+).
Blogpost

"I started writing this when I was 17" "I started writing this when I was 17"

By Cclstaff
Interview with new local author for teens Jack Hartley.
Interview with new local author for teens Jack Hartley.
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Book clubs and reading groups Book clubs and reading groups

Want to talk about books and ideas? Make 2019 the year you join a book club or reading group!
Want to talk about books and ideas? Make 2019 the year you join a book club or reading group!
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Summertime Reading Challenge spot prizes Summertime Reading Challenge spot prizes

Summertime Reading Challenge spot prizes: Congratulations Luca & Olivia - winners of a signed copy of Aotearoa by Gavin Bishop. Enter now!
Summertime Reading Challenge spot prizes: Congratulations Luca & Olivia - winners of a signed copy of Aotearoa by Gavin Bishop. Enter now!
Website

New titles - January 2019 New titles - January 2019

Our monthly list of the new audio and video, eAudiobooks, eBooks, fiction, large print, non-fiction, and stuff for kids and teens.
Our monthly list of the new audio and video, eAudiobooks, eBooks, fiction, large print, non-fiction, and stuff for kids and teens.
Staff List

Stuff we love - The Holiday Edition Stuff we love - The Holiday Edition

recommended by StaffPickles
Librarians share the stuff they are looking forward to enjoying these summer holidays. A Staff Pickles list.
Librarians share the stuff they are looking forward to enjoying these summer holidays. A Staff Pickles list.
Blogpost

Stacy Gregg interview Stacy Gregg interview

By Missbeecrafty
"I write for strong, brave independent-minded readers who aspire to be heroes" - an interview with New Zealand writer Stacy Gregg.
"I write for strong, brave independent-minded readers who aspire to be heroes" - an interview with New Zealand writer Stacy Gregg.
Article

Best of 2018 Best of 2018

What books, movies, & music have you loved? Explore the picks of our staff and customers, and Best of the Year lists. Have your say!
What books, movies, & music have you loved? Explore the picks of our staff and customers, and Best of the Year lists. Have your say!
Article

Huraina Huraina

The latest copy of the free library magazine Huraina is online, or pick up a paper copy from your library next week.
The latest copy of the free library magazine Huraina is online, or pick up a paper copy from your library next week.
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Best book covers of 2018 Best book covers of 2018

By Donna R
My pick of New Zealand's finest book covers this year - the bold and the beautiful in book design.
My pick of New Zealand's finest book covers this year - the bold and the beautiful in book design.
Article

Parihaka Parihaka

There was a peaceful resistance to a militia invasion of Taranaki settlement Parihaka 5 November 1881. Discover the Christchurch connection.
There was a peaceful resistance to a militia invasion of Taranaki settlement Parihaka 5 November 1881. Discover the Christchurch connection.
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Tāngata Ngāi Tahu Tāngata Ngāi Tahu

By Gregccl
Tāngata Ngāi Tahu: People of Ngāi Tahu. Volume One is a new book celebrating the rich and diverse lives of fifty people of Ngāi Tahu.
Tāngata Ngāi Tahu: People of Ngāi Tahu. Volume One is a new book celebrating the rich and diverse lives of fifty people of Ngāi Tahu.
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Reading in Mind book scheme Reading in Mind book scheme

If you have a mental health issue like anxiety, reading books can help you better understand & manage your mental health & wellbeing.
If you have a mental health issue like anxiety, reading books can help you better understand & manage your mental health & wellbeing.
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An interview with Rhys Darby An interview with Rhys Darby

By Kimccl
Funnyman Rhys Darby has teamed up with Scholastic in a fun new fiction series for kids. He talked to us about it.
Funnyman Rhys Darby has teamed up with Scholastic in a fun new fiction series for kids. He talked to us about it.
Event

Strength and Perseverance: exhibition Strength and Perseverance: exhibition

Oct 18th | 9:00am - Feb 28th | 8:00pm
Tuakiri | Identity, Level 2,…
A digital exhibition about the fight for women's rights and independence. It explores what has been achieved and how we got here.
A digital exhibition about the fight for women's rights and independence. It explores what has been achieved and how we got here.
Blogpost

Gavin Bishop: Cook's Cook book launch Gavin Bishop: Cook's Cook book launch

By Kimccl
Kim attends the launch of writer/illustrator Gavin Bishop's latest book for kids and learns a lot about Captain Cook's ship, the Endeavour.
Kim attends the launch of writer/illustrator Gavin Bishop's latest book for kids and learns a lot about Captain Cook's ship, the Endeavour.
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Discovery Wall Discovery Wall

Tūranga is the home of New Zealand’s largest digital touchwall. Find out more, and how you can contribute to this unique heritage resource.
Tūranga is the home of New Zealand’s largest digital touchwall. Find out more, and how you can contribute to this unique heritage resource.
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Our Painted Stories Our Painted Stories

This exhibition explores local Canterbury settings in children’s books. Created in partnership with the Painted Stories Trust.
This exhibition explores local Canterbury settings in children’s books. Created in partnership with the Painted Stories Trust.
Event

Pūtoi - Family learning time Pūtoi - Family learning time

Dec 16th | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Tūranga
Every month learn about a different kaupapa Māori (Māori subject) in a whānau-friendly environment. Places are limited so bookings required.
Every month learn about a different kaupapa Māori (Māori subject) in a whānau-friendly environment. Places are limited so bookings required.
Staff List

Stuff we love - October Stuff we love - October

recommended by StaffPickles
Librarians share the stuff they are loving this month.
Librarians share the stuff they are loving this month.

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What You Wish for
What You Wish for
Robertson, Catherine, 1966-
Save Make Do
Save Make Do
Webster, Lyn, 1966-
Pipelines
Pipelines
AS 2885.6:2018 : Gas and Liquid Petroleum. Part 6, Pipeline…
Pipelines
Pipelines
AS 2885.1:2018 : Gas and Liquid Petroleum. Part 1, Design…
Enza
Enza
Fendalton Waimari Voices
Fendalton Waimari Voices
Oral History Project
Understanding Company Law
Understanding Company Law
Barrett, Jonathan, 1962-
The Novel in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the South Pacific Since 1950
The Novel in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the South…
Auditing
Auditing
Van Peursem, K. A. 1958-
Otago
Otago
Clarke, Alison 1962-
Making A Splash
Making A Splash
Scully, Rosemary, 1950-
Call Me Evie
Call Me Evie
Pomare J. P.
Admissions
Admissions
Harrison, Mira
'Wet to the Skin' [again]
'Wet to the Skin' [again]
Morris, Matthew, 1832-1918
A Bronze Affair
A Bronze Affair
Kendall, Ken, 1928-2012
Henry Morland Gore
Henry Morland Gore
Intergalactic Highway
Intergalactic Highway
Knights, Paul A.
FAB Club 2
FAB Club 2
Hallatt, Alex, 1969-
Tour De South
Tour De South
Van Alphen, Lynley, 1959-
Hard Won Gold
Hard Won Gold
Stories From Waiuta and the Reefton Goldfield : Essays in…

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Article

Summertime Reading Challenge Summertime Reading Challenge

The Summertime Reading Challenge runs from Sat 1 Dec 2018 to Wednesday 28 Feb 2019 for kids (ages 0 to 13) and adults (ages 13+).
The Summertime Reading Challenge runs from Sat 1 Dec 2018 to Wednesday 28 Feb 2019 for kids (ages 0 to 13) and adults (ages 13+).
Blogpost

"I started writing this when I was 17" "I started writing this when I was 17"

By Cclstaff
Interview with new local author for teens Jack Hartley.
Interview with new local author for teens Jack Hartley.
Website

Book clubs and reading groups Book clubs and reading groups

Want to talk about books and ideas? Make 2019 the year you join a book club or reading group!
Want to talk about books and ideas? Make 2019 the year you join a book club or reading group!
Website

Summertime Reading Challenge spot prizes Summertime Reading Challenge spot prizes

Summertime Reading Challenge spot prizes: Congratulations Luca & Olivia - winners of a signed copy of Aotearoa by Gavin Bishop. Enter now!
Summertime Reading Challenge spot prizes: Congratulations Luca & Olivia - winners of a signed copy of Aotearoa by Gavin Bishop. Enter now!
Website

New titles - January 2019 New titles - January 2019

Our monthly list of the new audio and video, eAudiobooks, eBooks, fiction, large print, non-fiction, and stuff for kids and teens.
Our monthly list of the new audio and video, eAudiobooks, eBooks, fiction, large print, non-fiction, and stuff for kids and teens.
Staff List

Stuff we love - The Holiday Edition Stuff we love - The Holiday Edition

recommended by StaffPickles
Librarians share the stuff they are looking forward to enjoying these summer holidays. A Staff Pickles list.
Librarians share the stuff they are looking forward to enjoying these summer holidays. A Staff Pickles list.
Blogpost

Stacy Gregg interview Stacy Gregg interview

By Missbeecrafty
"I write for strong, brave independent-minded readers who aspire to be heroes" - an interview with New Zealand writer Stacy Gregg.
"I write for strong, brave independent-minded readers who aspire to be heroes" - an interview with New Zealand writer Stacy Gregg.
Blogpost

Podcast - Teaching war, teaching peace Podcast - Teaching war, teaching peace

By Cclstaff
Does how we learn about and commemorate war also help us learn about peace? With recommended reading and resources on WWI.
Does how we learn about and commemorate war also help us learn about peace? With recommended reading and resources on WWI.
Article

Best of 2018 Best of 2018

What books, movies, & music have you loved? Explore the picks of our staff and customers, and Best of the Year lists. Have your say!
What books, movies, & music have you loved? Explore the picks of our staff and customers, and Best of the Year lists. Have your say!
Article

Huraina Huraina

The latest copy of the free library magazine Huraina is online, or pick up a paper copy from your library next week.
The latest copy of the free library magazine Huraina is online, or pick up a paper copy from your library next week.
Blogpost

Best book covers of 2018 Best book covers of 2018

By Donna R
My pick of New Zealand's finest book covers this year - the bold and the beautiful in book design.
My pick of New Zealand's finest book covers this year - the bold and the beautiful in book design.
Blogpost

Before Tūranga – The Lyttelton Times Before Tūranga – The Lyttelton Times

By Alireadsccl
Gingerbread architecture, sleepless hotel guests, and a "hippie emporium" - all used to be where Tūranga is now. Find out more in our post.
Gingerbread architecture, sleepless hotel guests, and a "hippie emporium" - all used to be where Tūranga is now. Find out more in our post.
Blogpost

Tāngata Ngāi Tahu Tāngata Ngāi Tahu

By Gregccl
Tāngata Ngāi Tahu: People of Ngāi Tahu. Volume One is a new book celebrating the rich and diverse lives of fifty people of Ngāi Tahu.
Tāngata Ngāi Tahu: People of Ngāi Tahu. Volume One is a new book celebrating the rich and diverse lives of fifty people of Ngāi Tahu.
Blogpost

An interview with Rhys Darby An interview with Rhys Darby

By Kimccl
Funnyman Rhys Darby has teamed up with Scholastic in a fun new fiction series for kids. He talked to us about it.
Funnyman Rhys Darby has teamed up with Scholastic in a fun new fiction series for kids. He talked to us about it.
Event

Strength and Perseverance: exhibition Strength and Perseverance: exhibition

Oct 18th | 9:00am - Feb 28th | 8:00pm
Tuakiri | Identity, Level 2,…
A digital exhibition about the fight for women's rights and independence. It explores what has been achieved and how we got here.
A digital exhibition about the fight for women's rights and independence. It explores what has been achieved and how we got here.
Blogpost

The Masonic Hotel and Montague's Corner The Masonic Hotel and Montague's Corner

By Joyciescotland
A look back at the businesses, buildings and people associated with the central Christchurch site where Tūranga now stands.
A look back at the businesses, buildings and people associated with the central Christchurch site where Tūranga now stands.
Website

Our Painted Stories Our Painted Stories

This exhibition explores local Canterbury settings in children’s books. Created in partnership with the Painted Stories Trust.
This exhibition explores local Canterbury settings in children’s books. Created in partnership with the Painted Stories Trust.
Staff List

Stuff we love - October Stuff we love - October

recommended by StaffPickles
Librarians share the stuff they are loving this month.
Librarians share the stuff they are loving this month.
Website

Tūranga is open! Tūranga is open!

Tūranga, your new central library, is open.
Tūranga, your new central library, is open.
Staff List

Stuff we love - September 2018 Stuff we love - September 2018

recommended by StaffPickles
Our team share the stuff they are loving this month.
Our team share the stuff they are loving this month.
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