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.
Community services and helpful information
Waimakariri District Council community resources has information on funding & grants, social & health services, for those new to the area and more.
You can buy new Metrocards and top up your Metrocard at the Rangiora library and at the Council Service Centre at the Kaiapoi library.
For any other Metrocard transactions, please see the Metro website for more information.
Citizens Advice Bureau provides free and confidential advice to everyone. We take time to listen to you and equip you with the information, options and support that fits your needs. The North Canterbury C.A.B. is situated at 209 High Street in Rangiora Hours are 9:30 am - 3:30 pm Monday to Friday.
For further information, see the C.A.B. website.
There is a Justice of the Peace available for signing documents in the libraries on the following days:
These free sessions are staffed by a roster of local JPs. Appointments are not necessary.
To find a JP outside these hours, see Find A JP.
The Rangiora Newcomers Network run drop-in sessions to welcome people who are new to the District on Wednesdays from 11:00am-1:00pm. To find out more about the Rangiora Newcomers Network, click here.
The Chamber Gallery within the Rangiora library and Art on the Quay in the Ruataniwha Kaiapoi Civic Centre hold regular exhibitions, often with items for sale.
The Friends of the Library support the library with different events that are offered during the year such as author talks and Kidsfest events.
If you would like to join this group, please contact: 03 311 8901
Much of our shelving of returned books is done by our team of library volunteers who give an hour or more once a week to help with this important job.
Please complete the Library Volunteer Application Form, you can email us at library@wmk.govt.nz if you want to find out more or visit one of our 3 Waimakariri Libraries.
