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Nau mai, welcome!  We have some wonderful collections for you to explore and enjoy at our libraries as well as lots of recommendations and reviews from library customers and staff. 

Book and Media Reviews

Reviews and recommendations from library customers and staff.

Adult Collections

We have a wonderful range of adult fiction, non fiction, graphic novels and other media, as well as the special collections: Heritage and Janet Frame.

Interlibrary loans (Interloans)

Can't find the book you're looking for? Maybe it's out of print? Try loaning from another library. NB. fees apply.

Book Chat

Come along to discuss your latest reads and get a sneak peek at our brand new books!

Make a suggestion to purchase

This is your library and as such, we want to stock it with the sort of books and other media you would like to borrow. Find out how you can you can do so here.

Borrow library items on your phone or tablet

Borrow from our libraries with this great little app!

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Waitaki District Libraries
62 Thames Street
Oamaru 9400

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

Library Manager: Jenny Bean

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