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Tamariki - Children

With books, puzzles, DVDs and digital resources as well as fun activities and fabulous services, the children’s library is here for children of all ages. The Ōamaru and Palmerston Children’s Libraries are family-friendly spaces designed with a focus on growing a love of reading and life long learning. It is also a space that encourages collaboration and creativity.

Lego Club

Join the Lego Club at Ōamaru or Palmerston Library.

Kids Book Club

Love reading and finding new books to read? Come along to Kids Book Club!

Wriggle & Rhyme and Storyime!

Free stories and music for preschoolers.

Schools and Early Learning Centre Visits

Educational programs led by a Librarian, are available by prior arrangement. Click here to find out more.

C-Pen Reader 2 for students

We currently stock a C-Pen Reader 2, aimed at helping children to read and assisting those with dyslexia. Find out more here.

eBooks & eAudio

We have partnered with Borrow Box and LOTE4Kids to bring eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital audio-picture books to you.

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