Papanui Library
Hours & Information
Closed until 9:00am tomorrow
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
Phone: 03-941 7923
Email: library@ccc.govt.nz
Papanui Library / Te Kete Wānanga o Papanui. Papanui Customer Service Hub is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. Note: 60 minutes enforced parking by library.

About Papanui Library
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- AED (Defibrillator)
- Baby changing
- Bike stands
- Customer Service Hub
- Hāpai Access Card
- Meeting room(s)
- Off street parking
- Postal services
- Printing & copying
- Public computers & WiFi
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- Book a librarian
- Free WiFi
- Jigsaw Swap
- Preschool programmes
- Reading to Dogs
Map
Featured
Hoake ki te Taiao City Nature Challenge
Help put Ōtautahi Christchurch's biodiversity on the map! Take part and record as many species possible. 25 to 28 April 2025.
Justices of the Peace
Justices of the Peace (JPs)
Visit a Justice of the Peace at some of our libraries, now including a Wednesday session 5pm to 7pm at Tūranga. Find out where and when.
Upcoming Events
Holidays and Closures
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Good FridayFriday, April 18, 2025Closed All Day
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Easter MondayMonday, April 21, 2025Closed All Day
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Anzac DayFriday, April 25, 2025Closed All Day
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King's BirthdayMonday, June 2, 2025Closed All Day
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MatarikiFriday, June 20, 2025Closed All Day
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Labour DayMonday, October 27, 2025Closed All Day
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Show Day Friday 14 NovemberFriday, November 14, 2025Closed All Day
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Christmas DayThursday, December 25, 2025Closed All Day
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Boxing DayFriday, December 26, 2025Closed All Day
What's on
Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.
New For You - March 2025
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Finding Your NZ Ancestor's Military Record - Papanui
Apr 9th | 10:00am - 11:30am
An introduction to the digital and physical resources that can help you find service records and information for those with military roles.
Financial Capability Drop In Clinic: Papanui Library, part of a series
Apr 8th | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Are you looking for guidance on managing debt, sticking to a budget, or saving for your future? Come & chat with Moana Community Trust.
What's on
Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.
New For You - March 2025
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
Finding Your NZ Ancestor's Military Record - Papanui
Apr 9th | 10:00am - 11:30am
An introduction to the digital and physical resources that can help you find service records and information for those with military roles.
Financial Capability Drop In Clinic: Papanui Library, part of a series
Apr 8th | 10:00am - 1:00pm
Are you looking for guidance on managing debt, sticking to a budget, or saving for your future? Come & chat with Moana Community Trust.
New at Papanui Library
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Mar 24, 2025
Work to strengthen Parklands Library
Feb 18, 2025
Online archival database, ArchivesSpace, expands
Feb 18, 2025
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Mar 24, 2025
Work to strengthen Parklands Library
Feb 18, 2025
Online archival database, ArchivesSpace, expands
Feb 18, 2025