Papanui Library
Hours & Information
The external returns slot is currently unavailable due to the weather.
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.
The external returns slot is currently unavailable.
About Papanui 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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- Book a librarian
- Free WiFi
- Jigsaw Swap
- Preschool programmes
- Reading to Dogs
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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Waitangi DayFriday, February 6, 2026Closed All Day
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Good FridayFriday, April 3, 2026Closed All Day
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Easter MondayMonday, April 6, 2026Closed All Day
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Anzac DaySaturday, April 25, 2026Closed All Day
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Anzac Day holiday Monday 27 AprilMonday, April 27, 2026Closed All Day
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King's BirthdayMonday, June 1, 2026Closed All Day
What's On
Featured
Mānuka Stories - Summer reading challenge for ages 0 to 18
It's on! Embrace the challenge this summer and win prizes. When the mānuka blooms, it’s time to read. Entries open until 30 January!
Upcoming Events
What's on
Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.
New For You - January 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
English Conversation Clubs
Selected times and days
Selected libraries
Meet and talk with other English learners at the library. Free, no bookings required.
Family ties - YA Papanui display
Books with a family connection, whether it be secrets or dysfunction.
What's on
Find out what's happening in libraries. Brochures are in libraries, or check online.
New For You - January 2026
New For You is a monthly selection of new books, topical titles, and hidden gems - chosen especially for you by our book buyers!
English Conversation Clubs
Selected times and days
Selected libraries
Meet and talk with other English learners at the library. Free, no bookings required.
Family ties - YA Papanui display
Books with a family connection, whether it be secrets or dysfunction.
New at Papanui Library
Cashless Libraries
Oct 24, 2025
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Oct 23, 2025
Five-month closure for Parklands Library repair
Sep 29, 2025
Cashless Libraries
Oct 24, 2025
Library closures or changes in hours or services
Oct 23, 2025
Five-month closure for Parklands Library repair
Sep 29, 2025