New Brighton Library
Hours & Information
The carpark returns bin is no longer available. Please use the returns slot at the right of the foyer doors.
Closed until 9:00am today
Regular Hours
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
Upcoming Holidays and Closures
King's Birthday
Monday, June 1, 2026
Closed All Day
Phone: 03-941 7923
Email: library@ccc.govt.nz
New Brighton Library / Te Kete Wānanga o Karoro. After hours returns slot at right of foyer door.
About New Brighton Library
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- AED (Defibrillator)
- Auahatanga - Creative Spaces
- 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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King's BirthdayMonday, June 1, 2026Closed All Day
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MatarikiFriday, July 10, 2026Closed All Day
What's On
Featured
NZ Music Month Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa
May is New Zealand Music Month. Find out about music events at libraries, and explore our music resources.
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.
New For You - May 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems — chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Ngā Kōrero Auaha Creative Stories: The Paniora Whānau
The Paniora whānau talk about how much the reo Māori resources at the library mean to them in raising their boys as Māori speakers.
The Wonder of Worms - 5-12 years, part of a series
Jul 16th | 9:30am - 10:30am
Come explore how worms turn food scraps into nutrient-rich compost also known as worm casts!
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.
New For You - May 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems — chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Ngā Kōrero Auaha Creative Stories: The Paniora Whānau
The Paniora whānau talk about how much the reo Māori resources at the library mean to them in raising their boys as Māori speakers.
The Wonder of Worms - 5-12 years, part of a series
Jul 16th | 9:30am - 10:30am
Come explore how worms turn food scraps into nutrient-rich compost also known as worm casts!
New at New Brighton Library
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Apr 04, 2026
Parklands Library reopening Tuesday 7 April
Mar 26, 2026
Problem accessing eResources
Feb 18, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Apr 04, 2026
Parklands Library reopening Tuesday 7 April
Mar 26, 2026
Problem accessing eResources
Feb 18, 2026
