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Council Services at the Library

From Monday 3 March, 2025, accessing Waitaki District Council services will be easier and more convenient than ever, right in the Ōamaru Library!

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Waitaki District Libraries offers a range of online services and access points - check out our links, below.  If you need help with any of these services or you've forgotten your library account details such as your password, we are only a phone call or email away: ring 03 433 0850 or email libary@waitaki.govt.nz to get help from one of our friendly librarians.

Ancestry Library edition

Discover your unique story with help from the world's largest online genealogy resource.

Beamafilm

Documentary and movie streaming.

eBooks & eAudio

Waitaki District Libraries have partnered with Bolinda Borrow Box to bring eBooks and eAudiobooks to you.

Creativebug for Libraries

Experience the joy of making arts and crafts with thousands of video classes taught by top designers and artists.

NewsBank NZ

Explore credible, vetted news sources from across New Zealand to stay informed on events, people and issues.

Press Reader

PressReader provides online access to today’s newspapers and magazines from around the world.

Additional online content....

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62 Thames Street
Oamaru 9400

Phone: 03 433 0850
Email: library@waitaki.govt.nz 

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