Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
Hours & Information
Closed until 9:00am Monday
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
- Book a Space
- Hāpai Access Card
- Off street parking
- Printing & copying
- Public computers & WiFi
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Map
Featured
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.
Justices of the Peace (JPs)
Visit a Justice of the Peace at some of our libraries. Shirley Library's session is now on Thursdays 10am to 1pm. Find out where and when.
Holidays and Closures
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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
Featured
Big Bargain Book Sale - 20 and 21 March 2026
Bag a bargain! Our much-loved book sale is on Friday 20 March 9am to 7pm, and Saturday 21 March 9am to 4pm at Pioneer Rec and Sport Centre.
Upcoming Events
What's on
Our Autumn brochure is out now, read it online or pick up a copy at the library. Find out about the fun and learning happening in libraries.
New For You - March 2026
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 Thursday Book Group Feb 2026
A list of (most of) the books we discussed at the Thursday Book Group for February.
Ngā Pakiwaitara - Bilingual Storytimes, part of a series
Mar 10th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Nau mai hoki mai rā, join us for our Ngā Pakiwaitara, bilingual story times.
What's on
Our Autumn brochure is out now, read it online or pick up a copy at the library. Find out about the fun and learning happening in libraries.
New For You - March 2026
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 Thursday Book Group Feb 2026
A list of (most of) the books we discussed at the Thursday Book Group for February.
Ngā Pakiwaitara - Bilingual Storytimes, part of a series
Mar 10th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Nau mai hoki mai rā, join us for our Ngā Pakiwaitara, bilingual story times.
New at Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Mar 06, 2026
Have your say on the Draft Annual Plan 2026/27
Mar 03, 2026
Problem accessing eResources
Feb 18, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Mar 06, 2026
Have your say on the Draft Annual Plan 2026/27
Mar 03, 2026
Problem accessing eResources
Feb 18, 2026
