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
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
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)
- 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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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 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
WORD Christchurch Festival 2026
WORD Christchurch Festival is over - you can still borrow books by WORD writers, explore librarian picks, & read event reports.
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.
New For You - September 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.
New Brighton - A Waste of Time - 5-12 years, part of a series
Oct 1st | 9:30am - 10:30am
Join Chris Duggan from Learning Through Action. Find out about recycling, waste minimisation & where household waste goes after collection.
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.
New For You - September 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.
New Brighton - A Waste of Time - 5-12 years, part of a series
Oct 1st | 9:30am - 10:30am
Join Chris Duggan from Learning Through Action. Find out about recycling, waste minimisation & where household waste goes after collection.
New at New Brighton Library
A New Look for the Library App
Sep 04, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Sep 01, 2026
Items returned within the last month
Aug 04, 2026
A New Look for the Library App
Sep 04, 2026
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Sep 01, 2026
Items returned within the last month
Aug 04, 2026
