Online English Programmes
Learning English? Get some help with speaking, reading, writing and comprehension with these great online resources. Access them anytime, anywhere. All you need is your Library card and password/PIN.
Arrivals in English
Aimed at Beginner-level learners this resource provides practical English for newcomers adjusting to life in New Zealand.
Clear Pronunciation Sounds
Learn to speak English clearly, recognise and pronounce the 43 sounds of English through audio, video and interactive activities.
Clear Pronunciation 2 Speech
Learn to speak English clearly, after completing Clear Pronunciation 1 Sounds learn to put the sounds of English together for natural speech
Active Reading
Improve your reading skills, Active Reading will help those learning English to read more efficiently and more confidently.
Arrivals in English
Aimed at Beginner-level learners this resource provides practical English for newcomers adjusting to life in New Zealand.
Clear Pronunciation Sounds
Learn to speak English clearly, recognise and pronounce the 43 sounds of English through audio, video and interactive activities.
Clear Pronunciation 2 Speech
Learn to speak English clearly, after completing Clear Pronunciation 1 Sounds learn to put the sounds of English together for natural speech
Active Reading
Improve your reading skills, Active Reading will help those learning English to read more efficiently and more confidently.
In the catalogue: Learning English
English Conversation Clubs and ESOL Book Discussion Group
English Conversation Club
English Conversation Clubs
Selected times and days
Selected libraries
Meet and talk with other English learners at the library. Free, no bookings required.
ESOL BDS Group
Lunar New Year 2026
Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse! Events at libraries take place from 14 to 28 February 2026.