Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Hours & Information
Open today until 4:00pm
Monday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
Saturday
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Phone: 03-941 7923
Email: library@ccc.govt.nz
The Library at Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre / Te Kete Wānanga o Ōtūmatua. Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre Customer Service Hub is open from Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
About Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
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- AED (Defibrillator)
- Auahatanga - Creative Spaces
- Baby changing
- Bike stands
- Book a Space
- Café
- Customer Service Hub
- Off street parking
- Printing & copying
- Public computers & WiFi
- Swimming Pool
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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!
CSO Music Trails - Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Mar 20th | 10:30am - 11:15am
A fun, 45-minute performance filled with song, dance and storytelling for 2-6 year olds. This session features a woodwind ensemble.
Creative Sticker Workshop Pride: 12+ Te Hāpua: Halswell
Mar 21st | 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Join us to design and print your own vinyl sticker to celebrate Christchurch Pride. Free, bookings required.
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!
CSO Music Trails - Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Mar 20th | 10:30am - 11:15am
A fun, 45-minute performance filled with song, dance and storytelling for 2-6 year olds. This session features a woodwind ensemble.
Creative Sticker Workshop Pride: 12+ Te Hāpua: Halswell
Mar 21st | 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Join us to design and print your own vinyl sticker to celebrate Christchurch Pride. Free, bookings required.
New at Te Hāpua: Halswell 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
