Kanopy access

We're currently experiencing a temporary outage with access to Kanopy. We're working with our vendor to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
In the meantime, we encourage you to explore our other streaming service, Beamafilm.

Branch updates

- Island Bay | Tapu Te Ranga is closing early today, Tuesday 3 June, at 5.30pm.


- Te Awe Library is open for reduced hours on Friday 6 June, from 9am to 5pm. The Council Service Desk will open at 9am.

Mā te kaupapa - By topic

Unlock a world of knowledge! Explore our tailored services, vast resources, and specialized collections by topic.

  • Genealogy
    Guide to online and in-library family history / genealogy resources
    Guide to online and in-library family history / genealogy resources

  • Fiction
    Learn about our Fiction collections - new titles, guides and resources.

  • Environment & Sustainability
    Resources on sustainability, climate change, local environmental initiatives, and more

  • Newspapers
    Links to newspapers and news sites from New Zealand and around the world.

  • Business
    Browse our business guides and new material or use our business online resources to search for information.

  • History
    Crowds gather around to farewell New Zealand's last tram.
    Library resources for researching historical topics.

  • Popular music
    Photo of some of our vinyl collection.
    Explore the music collection at Wellington City Libraries.

  • Movies
    Photo of a shelf of DVDs at our library.
    A guide to movie (and television) resources at the library.

  • Learning English
    Explore our range of online resources, books and regular events to help with learning English.