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!
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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 3 August 2026
In this exhibition, students from schools across our Kāhui ako Kātote (community), have transformed mathematical concepts into stunning...
Wednesday 5 August 2026
Rangiora Library will remain open and accessible throughout the duration of the Percival Street Roadworks.
Friday 31 July 2026
Kaiapoi's isite has moved from Enterprise North Canterbury (ENC) to Ruataniwha Kaiapoi Civic Centre.
Monday 27 July 2026
Celebrate New Zealand Children's Book Week with Waimakariri Libraries.
Tuesday 4 August 2026
Find out how we can help you discover more about your family history.
Friday 24 July 2026
Held each August since 1997, National Poetry Day is a beloved and vibrant literary celebration, bringing communities together...
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7th Aug 2026 10:00am - 10:30am
Location: Oxford Library
Every week on Friday at 10am during term time.
Location: Kaiapoi Library
Every week on Friday at 10 am during term time.
7th Aug 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Love knitting or crochet? We are starting a weekly drop-in group. Bring your existing projects or just come...
7th Aug 2026 10:30am - 11:30am
This is an opportunity to make new friends in the community and have a chat. Everyone welcome. All...
7th Aug 2026 10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Rangiora Library
Join us to enjoy a short story and poem read aloud with a cup of tea. We pause...
8th Aug 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm
Every Saturday 10am to 12pm at Kaiapoi Library.
