About the Library

Use this section of our web site to find essential information about our libraries, our collections and our services.

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Contact Details

Christchurch City Libraries
work PO Box 1466,
Christchurch Mail Centre
,
Christchurch 8140,
New Zealand.
workp: +64-3-941-7923
faxf: +64-3-941-7075

About the library

Christchurch City Libraries operates the largest network of public libraries in New Zealand - 19 libraries, a mobile library and digital library. We celebrate our 150th Anniversary in 2009.

Our library factsheet page gives a snapshot of the organisation, or browse our official information, including a brief history of the library.
For information to help you use our services, please select from the following, or use the links to the left:

If you can’t find what you’re looking for, try searching the site or contact us for help:

  • on this website using live online chat (9am to 9pm weekdays, 9am to 4pm weekends)
  • by phone on 03 941 7923 (8am to 9pm weekdays, 9am to 4pm weekends)

If you prefer to contact us in writing, use an online form or email us. See our contact details to the right.
You can also book a librarian for a free 30 minute help session at Central Library.