Linwood Library
Hours & Information
Closed until 10:00am today
Monday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Tuesday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Wednesday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Thursday
9:00AM - 7:00PM
Friday
9:00AM - 6:00PM
Saturday
10:00AM - 4:00PM
Sunday
10:00AM - 4:00PM
1st Floor Eastgate Shopping Centre, Buckleys Road
Linwood, Christchurch 8062
Phone: 03-941 7923
Email: library@ccc.govt.nz
Linwood Library / Te Kete Wānanga o Ihutai. Linwood Customer Service Hub is open from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. A time limit of 3 hours applies for mall carparking.
About Linwood Library
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- AED (Defibrillator)
- Baby changing
- Bike stands
- Book a Space
- Customer Service Hub
- Hāpai Access Card
- Off street parking
- Postal services
- Printing & copying
- Public computers & WiFi
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A time limit of 3 hours applies for mall carparking.
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Our library is accessible for those who use wheelchairs. There are 14 wheelchair parks directly outside the Eastgate Shopping Centre. Access to the second floor is via a lift.
This can be found beside Postie Plus on the ground floor and there are two wheelchairs available from Mall Management on request. The majority of our resources are wheelchair accessible, and our approachable staff are on hand to help you with retrieving items if you want assistance.
Information from Hāpai Access Card
Map
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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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Show DayFriday, November 13, 2026Closed All Day
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ChristmasFriday, December 25, 2026Closed All Day
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Boxing DaySaturday, December 26, 2026Closed All Day
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Boxing Day (observed)Monday, December 28, 2026Closed All Day
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New Year's DayFriday, January 1, 2027Closed All Day
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Day after New Year's DaySaturday, January 2, 2027Closed All Day
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Day after New Year's Day (observed)Monday, January 4, 2027Closed All Day
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Waitangi DaySaturday, February 6, 2027Closed All Day
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Waitangi Day (observed)Monday, February 8, 2027Closed All Day
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Good FridayFriday, March 26, 2027Closed All Day
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Easter Sunday: Linwood Library closedSunday, March 28, 2027Closed All Day
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Easter MondayMonday, March 29, 2027Closed All Day
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Anzac DaySunday, April 25, 2027Closed All Day
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Anzac Day (observed)Monday, April 26, 2027Closed All Day
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King's BirthdayMonday, June 7, 2027Closed All Day
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MatarikiFriday, June 25, 2027Closed All Day
What's On
Featured
Christchurch Photo Hunt: 1 to 31 October 2026
The Photo Hunt is on now! Share your photos old and new and be in to win Riverside Market vouchers
Upcoming Events
What's on
Find out about what's happening in libraries in September, October, and November. Read it online or pick up a brochure from your library.
Digitise Your Photos: Scan, sip and share at Linwood Library
Oct 21st | 10:00am - 2:00pm
Add to our digital collection and share memories in this interesting conversation starter. Bring along your photos to scan & enjoy a cuppa.
Netsafe - stay safe in the digital environment
Oct 23rd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for tips, advice and resources to protect your personal information and to avoid online scams. Part of Ageing Positively Week.
Netsafe - stay safe in the digital environment
Oct 23rd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for tips, advice and resources to protect your personal information and to avoid online scams. Part of Ageing Positively Week.
What's on
Find out about what's happening in libraries in September, October, and November. Read it online or pick up a brochure from your library.
Digitise Your Photos: Scan, sip and share at Linwood Library
Oct 21st | 10:00am - 2:00pm
Add to our digital collection and share memories in this interesting conversation starter. Bring along your photos to scan & enjoy a cuppa.
Netsafe - stay safe in the digital environment
Oct 23rd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for tips, advice and resources to protect your personal information and to avoid online scams. Part of Ageing Positively Week.
Netsafe - stay safe in the digital environment
Oct 23rd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for tips, advice and resources to protect your personal information and to avoid online scams. Part of Ageing Positively Week.
New For You: October 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems — chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Madam Butterfly's Vintage Style Boutique
Interior of vintage clothing store, Madam Butterfly's Vintage Style Boutique, 477 Ferry Road. 2019. An image from Canterbury Stories.
School boy with tie: Picturing Canterbury
A pupil in a classroom at Woolston School. About 1964. An image from Canterbury Stories.
Ōtautahi Christchurch Local History: Linwood
Linwood was established in 1850 and is one of the oldest residential areas in Christchurch. Discover resources about the area.
New For You: October 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems — chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Madam Butterfly's Vintage Style Boutique
Interior of vintage clothing store, Madam Butterfly's Vintage Style Boutique, 477 Ferry Road. 2019. An image from Canterbury Stories.
School boy with tie: Picturing Canterbury
A pupil in a classroom at Woolston School. About 1964. An image from Canterbury Stories.
Ōtautahi Christchurch Local History: Linwood
Linwood was established in 1850 and is one of the oldest residential areas in Christchurch. Discover resources about the area.
New at Linwood Library
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Oct 14, 2026
A New Look for the Library App
Sep 04, 2026
Items returned within the last month
Aug 04, 2026
DVDs, CDs, and talking books now free
Jul 01, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Oct 14, 2026
A New Look for the Library App
Sep 04, 2026
Items returned within the last month
Aug 04, 2026
DVDs, CDs, and talking books now free
Jul 01, 2026
