Linwood Library
Hours & Information
Open today until 6:00pm
Regular Hours
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
Upcoming Holidays and Closures
Matariki
Friday, July 10, 2026
Closed All Day
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
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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MatarikiFriday, July 10, 2026Closed All Day
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Labour DayMonday, October 26, 2026Closed All Day
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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
Matariki: Māori New Year
Join us in June and July for exciting free Matariki and Puaka activities and events for you and your whānau to enjoy.
Upcoming Events
What's on
Find out about what's happening in libraries in June, July, and August. Pick up our Winter brochure in libraries or read it online.
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party - 5-12 years - SOLD OUT
Jul 8th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Enjoyed the book "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll? Then join us for a fun tea party, scavenger hunt and crafts.
Shark Awareness Day
Jul 13th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Celebrate Shark Awareness Day! Learn about sharks, play shark related games and making a shark craft.
Everyday Heroes Storytime at Linwood
Jul 30th | 10:00am - 10:30am
Meet this month’s real everyday hero, joining us for a fun variety of hero themed stories, songs, & rhymes.
What's on
Find out about what's happening in libraries in June, July, and August. Pick up our Winter brochure in libraries or read it online.
Alice in Wonderland Tea Party - 5-12 years - SOLD OUT
Jul 8th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Enjoyed the book "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" by Lewis Carroll? Then join us for a fun tea party, scavenger hunt and crafts.
Shark Awareness Day
Jul 13th | 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Celebrate Shark Awareness Day! Learn about sharks, play shark related games and making a shark craft.
Everyday Heroes Storytime at Linwood
Jul 30th | 10:00am - 10:30am
Meet this month’s real everyday hero, joining us for a fun variety of hero themed stories, songs, & rhymes.
New For You - July 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 - July 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
DVDs, CDs, and talking books now free
Jul 01, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Jun 17, 2026
Parklands Library reopening Tuesday 7 April
Mar 26, 2026
DVDs, CDs, and talking books now free
Jul 01, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Jun 17, 2026
Parklands Library reopening Tuesday 7 April
Mar 26, 2026
