Media releases and library news
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- Cantabrians quests for records The Star, 16 July 2026
- Did they really do that? - Cantabrians' quests for world records Newsline, 8 July 2026
- Spend the school holidays at the library! Newsline, 3 July 2026
- Book clubs proving popular at council libraries Newsline, 30 June 2026
- Libraries help keep memories alive Newsline, 24 June 2026
- Books, laughter and coffee all in one place at Ōmōkihi café Newsline, 29 May 2026
- Mānawatia a Matariki mā Puaka – welcoming the Māori New Year Newsline, 28 May 2026
- Celebrate New Zealand Music Month at city libraries Newsline, 4 May 2026
- Christchurch's Ōmōkihi South Library takes shape as 'first fix' complete Wei Shao, The Press, 17 March 2026
- Archives preserve city’s architectural plans Newsline, 16 March 2026
- End of an era for the Libraries art collection Newsline, 19 February 2026
- Library historic art loan scheme collection moves on The Press, 19 February 2026
- Good Sorts on TV One. "This weekend's Goodsort is Daphne Crampton from Christchurch. Daphne signed up for the most unlikely of classes at her local library which started a quite amazing journey". Watch on Facebook. 13 February 2026
- Stationery Swap, Breakfast, TVNZ, 28 January 2026
- Bots take over Shirley Library Newsline, Wednesday 7 January 2026
- What were Christchurch's most popular library books in 2025? Star News, Wednesday 7 January 2026
- Readers can't get enough of Lee Child Newsline.Tuesday 6 January 2026
Ngā Kōrero Auaha - Creative Stories
Ngā Kōrero Auaha Creative Stories: The King family
The King family love spending time at Matatiki Hornby Centre. They read, make 3D models, sew, swim, play games - it's like a second home.
Ngā Kōrero Auaha – Creative Stories
We talk to creators who have made things happen with Christchurch City Libraries Ngā Kete Wānanga o Ōtautahi.
John visits the Mobile Library and records an audiobook
John discovered the mobile library while walking his dog, and is now a regular visitor. He has even recorded an audiobook at Tūranga!
Scheduled Maintenance: 9pm Sunday 19 July-2am Monday 20 July
Jul 15, 2026
During the maintenance window, a brief period of downtime is possible for our catalogue and email newsletters.
DVDs, CDs, and talking books now free
Jul 01, 2026
From Wednesday 1 July 2026, you can borrow DVDs, CDs, and talking books from the library for free.
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Jun 17, 2026
Check for the latest information on changes in opening hours or closures.
It's goodbye for some of our streaming video services
Jun 16, 2026
Tuesday 30 June is the last day you can access Beamafilm, Access Video On Demand and Just for Kids as part of your library membership.
Scheduled Maintenance: 9pm Sunday 19 July-2am Monday 20 July
Jul 15, 2026
During the maintenance window, a brief period of downtime is possible for our catalogue and email newsletters.
DVDs, CDs, and talking books now free
Jul 01, 2026
From Wednesday 1 July 2026, you can borrow DVDs, CDs, and talking books from the library for free.
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Jun 17, 2026
Check for the latest information on changes in opening hours or closures.
It's goodbye for some of our streaming video services
Jun 16, 2026
Tuesday 30 June is the last day you can access Beamafilm, Access Video On Demand and Just for Kids as part of your library membership.
