This page is about the technology that you can access in our libraries. Information about using the technologies that we offer is available in our How to & FAQ.
Computer access
All our libraries offer free access to personal computers and printer/copiers and the internet as well as free WiFi available 24/7. Computer access and printing is managed through the Pharos system. Follow the links below for more information about:
- Internet access
- Our computers
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Pharos (printing, copying and computer booking system)
- Pharos payment gateway (top up your account) Note: The Pharos Payment Gateway will be discontinued on Friday 31 January 2025. You will still be able to top up at a customer service desk or self-service kiosk at the library
- Wifi access
Printing, 3D printing, copying, and creative resources
- Photocopying
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Printing:
- Access Mobile Printing online
- Mobile Printing FAQ
- Maker Spaces and 3D printing
- Laser cutting
- Creative resources
Getting help
Having problems with library technology? Ask a staff member if you're in one of our libraries, try our LiveOnline chat service (in the Help menu, top right) or fill out our technical help form.
Library Apps and Tools
We have a number of Apps and Tools available for library users.
Library Catalogue / Your Account
The Bibliocommons app CCL Mobile allows you to easily search for titles in the catalogue, reserve them and manage your account.
Use third party services like Library Elf and Library Books for Mac to get overdue alerts.
eResources with apps
Most eResources will just work on your mobile device but the following have apps to use:
- Beamafilm
- BorrowBox
- Comics Plus
- Creativebug
- Kanopy
- Libby
- LinkedIn Learning
- Mango languages
- Naxos Jazz
- Naxos Music Library
- Naxos Music Library World
- OverDrive eBooks, eAudiobooks, and eMagazines
- PressReader newspapers and magazines
- uLibrary
- Wheelers eBooks
Other apps and tools
- Pharos Mobile printing apps (iOS and Android)
- Te Whata Raki: our Māori experience for kids (iOS and Android)
- RSS feeds automatically update you with our latest content
Library Collections
We have a wide range of technology titles in our collection from learning how to use your new device to computer programming, electronics and engineering - just search the catalogue for whatever you are looking for.
eResources such as O'Reilly Books Online and LinkedIn Learning have tutorials and reference books for learning everything from digital photography to computer networking. There are also technology titles in our eBook collections.
Programmes & classes
Our libraries and learning centres offer a variety of options for learning about technology for the very young to seniors.
