Waiamakariri Libraries created an amazing Māori Language Collection called Ako Collection to help you explore and learn more about Te Reo Māori.
A range of apps that make using the library easier.
Grab your library card, remember your PIN number and jump right in!
Award Winners
Waimakariri Heritage website - a place to conserve and curate community memories and taonga.
To assist teachers, Waimakariri Libraries have a feast of resources available to help teachers feed students who are hungry for knowledge.
We have created an amazing Ako Collection to help you explore and learn more about Te Reo Māori.
Join our free digital skills classes this term!
Waimakariri Libraries have weekly Justice of the Peace (JP) Sessions at all of our locations. A JP can witness signatures and documents, certify document copies, confirm identities and more.
Monday 23 March 2026
Calling all heroes, creatives and comic fans! Step into a world of comics, graphic novels and manga at...
Interested in Mystery, Crime or Thriller Fiction? Our next Get Bookish event is for you!
Waimakariri Libraries New Offering Trial Brings Services Across the District
Browse for new treasures and find a home for your unwanted craft supplies with no cash involved!
Friday 20 March 2026
Celebrate NZ Music Month this May at Waimakariri Libraries! We are excited to be hosting special events to...
Monday 9 March 2026
The 2026 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards Shortlist has been announced. Read them now!
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Chamber Gallery
Art on the Quay
Kaiapoi Museum
Council
26th Mar 2026 11:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Oxford Library
Every Thursday 11:00am to 1:00pm until further notice.
26th Mar 2026 10:00am - 10:30am
Location: Rangiora Library
Every Thursday during term time 10-10:30am We also offer kiwi themed songs and stories during Storytimes at Rangiora...
26th Mar 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Please note the group is full at the moment. Craft Group is suitable for primary school aged children,...
26th Mar 2026 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Love knitting or crochet? We are starting a weekly drop-in group. Bring your existing projects or just come...
Smart device frustrating you? We can help! Every Thursday 11am–1pm at Rangiora Library
26th Mar 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Smart device frustrating you? We can help! Every Thursday 2-3 pm at Oxford Library
