Libraries closed Mon 20 January

All our libraries will be closed on Monday 20 January for Wellington Anniversary Day. Our eLibrary resources, eg Libby, will continue to be available.

LinkedIn Learning outage

There is a NZ wide outage with access to LinkedIn Learning. We've reported the issue to our vendor and hope to have it resolved soon.

Ngā rauemi mō Puanga me Matariki - Puanga and Matariki Resources

Puanga and Matariki are a time to wānanga, to restore faith and hope for the future. Find resources below to learn more and to help you celebrate and share this special time with whānau.

Boy with a lantern in the twilight looking out to sea

  • Matariki
    Discover Ngā Whetū and their meanings, find resources and stories to share and learn the values and kaupapa of Matariki.

  • Puanga
    Some iwi celebrate Puanga rather than Matariki — find out more.

  • Whāngai te Hautapu
    "Feed the stars, fill your cup." Hautapu is a traditional ceremony about making an offering to the Matariki star cluster

  • Waiata
    Watch and listen to Matariki waiata.

  • Kai
    Cook up a feast for your whānau for Matariki — find ideas, books and more.