Matatiki Hornby Centre

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
25 Smarts Road
Hornby, Christchurch 8042
Phone: 03-941 7923

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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.

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

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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.

Auahatanga - Creative Spaces: Matatiki Hornby Centre

Step into a world of possibilities at Matatiki Hornby Centre's Auahatanga Creative Space—where cutting-edge technology meets inspiration.

What's on

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

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!

Kids Book Reviews (Drop-In)

Jan 19th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to write a book review and have it published on our catalogue. Inspire others to read what you recommend!

Tuna and Ladders

5 January to 31 January 2026
Selected libraries
Make your Mānuka Stories game and race to the top! This is an unsupervised activity. Free, no booking required.

New at Matatiki Hornby Centre

Cashless Libraries

Oct 24, 2025
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