Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
Hours & Information
Open today until 6:00pm
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 - 1:00PM
Sunday
Closed
About Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
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- AED (Defibrillator)
- Baby changing
- Bike stands
- Hāpai Access Card
- Meeting room(s)
- Off street parking
- Printing & copying
- Public computers & WiFi
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Map
Featured
Hoake ki te Taiao City Nature Challenge
Help put Ōtautahi Christchurch's biodiversity on the map! Take part and record as many species possible. 25 to 28 April 2025.
Justices of the Peace
Justices of the Peace (JPs)
Visit a Justice of the Peace at some of our libraries, now including a Wednesday session 5pm to 7pm at Tūranga. Find out where and when.
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Good FridayFriday, April 18, 2025Closed All Day
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Easter MondayMonday, April 21, 2025Closed All Day
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Anzac DayFriday, April 25, 2025Closed All Day
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King's BirthdayMonday, June 2, 2025Closed All Day
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MatarikiFriday, June 20, 2025Closed All Day
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Labour DayMonday, October 27, 2025Closed All Day
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Show Day Friday 14 NovemberFriday, November 14, 2025Closed All Day
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Christmas DayThursday, December 25, 2025Closed All Day
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Boxing DayFriday, December 26, 2025Closed All Day
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New Year's DayThursday, January 1, 2026Closed All Day
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Day after New Year's DayFriday, January 2, 2026Closed All Day
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Waitangi DayFriday, February 6, 2026Closed All Day
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Good FridayFriday, April 3, 2026Closed All Day
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Easter MondayMonday, April 6, 2026Closed All Day
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Anzac DaySaturday, April 25, 2026Closed All Day
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Anzac Day holiday Monday 27 AprilMonday, April 27, 2026Closed All Day
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King's BirthdayMonday, June 1, 2026Closed All Day
What's on
Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.
New For You - March 2025
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library Monday Book Group Jan/Feb 2025
Recommendations from customers shared at the Book Group meeting at Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library on the 2nd Monday of each month.
He Pukapuka Anaroa: Tunnel Books: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale
22 April, 10-11.30am or 1-3.30pm
Explore making 3D tunnel books that bring Te Ao Māori elements to life. Recommended for 7years+. Free, bookings required.
What's on
Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.
New For You - March 2025
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library Monday Book Group Jan/Feb 2025
Recommendations from customers shared at the Book Group meeting at Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library on the 2nd Monday of each month.
He Pukapuka Anaroa: Tunnel Books: Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale
22 April, 10-11.30am or 1-3.30pm
Explore making 3D tunnel books that bring Te Ao Māori elements to life. Recommended for 7years+. Free, bookings required.
New at Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Mar 24, 2025
Work to strengthen Parklands Library
Feb 18, 2025
Online archival database, ArchivesSpace, expands
Feb 18, 2025
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Mar 24, 2025
Work to strengthen Parklands Library
Feb 18, 2025
Online archival database, ArchivesSpace, expands
Feb 18, 2025
