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.

- Waitohi | Johnsonville and Te Takapū o Patukawenga | Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) libraries will be closed this Thursday morning (5 June) for staff training, opening at 2pm.

Ako - Learn

Embark on an educational journey with Niche Academy, delve into languages, diverse resources, comprehensive databases, and invaluable homework assistance.

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Library tutorials and databases

  • Niche Academy
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    Short tutorials on library resources, emails, social media, basic technology and more.

  • Research databases
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    Browse the many online resources that you have access to with your library card.

  • Learn skills and languages online
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    Learn a new language or skill with these library eResources.

  • Homework help
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    Visit this page for homework help, catalogue search guides for tamariki, and other resources to help with your learning.