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.

Ine-hiko - Power meters

Borrow a power meter to test your home appliances and get a better breakdown of your electricity usage.

Photo of a power meter on a teal background.

Reserve a power meter from our online catalogue, to be delivered to your nearest branch for a free 10 day loan period.

Get a better picture of which of your appliances are power hungry and save on electricity costs! Reserve one through our catalogue here.

Power Meter FAQs

What are Power Meters?

Power meters are devices that measure the electricity consumption of appliances and devices in your home, helping to identify which appliances are using the most power. By understanding your energy usage, you can take steps to reduce your electricity bill and your environmental impact.

How to reserve a Power Meter

  1. Find our Power Meters on our catalogue: You can find our power meters here.
  2. Place a Hold: Once you’ve located our power meters, place a hold on it just like you would with a book or other library item.
  3. Collect Your Meter: When your reserved power meter is ready, you’ll receive a notification to pick it up from your selected library branch.

How to use a Power Meter?

Here are copies of the instructions for your reference:

ELTO EMA1:

Elto EMA1 Power Meter Instructions

POWER-MATE LITE:

Power-Mate Lite Quick-Start