What You Can Borrow
Ngā rauemi e āhei ana te whakahoki
Find out just some of the things you can borrow from your public library, most for free!
Books
Pukapuka
Every library has a vast collection including fiction, non-fiction, large print, and multilingual titles. There are books for people of all ages.
eBooks & eAudiobooks
I-kohinga
Libraries provide access to a broad collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks through platforms like BorrowBox and OverDrive/Libby. Download to your device and enjoy on the go,
Magazines & Newspapers
Makahīni & Niupepa
Both physical copies and digital access through services like PressReader.
DVDs, CDs and LPs
Kōpae ataata, Kōpae whakarongo
Many libraries provide access to movies, TV series, documentaries, and music albums through CDs, DVDs and LPs.
Te Reo Māori Resources
Rauemi Te Reo Māori
Books and materials to support learning te reo Māori or about Te Ao Māori.
Language Learning Kits
Rauemi ako i te reo kōrero
Many libraries provide resources to support learning new languages.
Literacy Kits
Rauemi tuhituhi
Materials designed to support reading and writing skills.
Kit Collection or Library of Things
Some libraries have unexpected and esoteric items you can borrow like guitars or robotic kits.
Board Games & Puzzles
Kemu papanga & Tāpaepae
Available at select libraries for in-library use or borrowing.
Children’s Story Kits
Rauemi pakiwaituhi mā ngā tamariki
Themed kits with books and activities for young readers.
Digital Resources
Rauwemi hangarau
Access to online databases, courses, and streaming services.
Find a cosy library near you
Rapua he whare pukapuka
There's a cosy library waiting nearby just for you
