Aranui Library

Hours & Information

Closed until 9:00am today

Monday 
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday 
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday 
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday 
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Friday 
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday 
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday 
10:00AM - 4:00PM
109 Aldershot Street
Christchurch, 8061
Phone: 03-941 7923
Aranui Library / Te Kete Wānanga o Aranui

Featured

Mānuka Stories - Summer reading challenge for ages 0 to 18

It's on! Embrace the challenge this summer and win prizes. When the mānuka blooms, it’s time to read. Entries open until 30 January!

Holidays and Closures

  • Waitangi Day
    Friday, February 6, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Good Friday
    Friday, April 3, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Easter Monday
    Monday, April 6, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Anzac Day
    Saturday, April 25, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • Anzac Day holiday Monday 27 April
    Monday, April 27, 2026
    Closed All Day
  • King's Birthday
    Monday, June 1, 2026
    Closed All Day

Meeting rooms and bookable spaces in libraries

Looking for a meeting room or space for an event? Find out about rooms and bookable spaces in libraries.

New For You - January 2026

New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!

What's on

Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.

LGBTQ+ Book Club, part of a series

This club is for people with an interest in LGBTQ+ stories to share, discover, and discuss their favourite titles and authors.

New at Aranui Library

Cashless Libraries

Oct 24, 2025
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