Dunedin Public Libraries

13/06/2026

Keep up to date with all the latest news and events at Dunedin Public Libraries by listening to the ‘Library Mix’, every Saturday afternoon on OAR FM Dunedin - Community Access Media between 1 and 1:30pm.

From the latest exhibitions and displays to our free film screenings and public talks, the ‘Library Mix’ keeps you informed.

You can listen to recent episodes here - https://oar.org.nz/shows/the-library-mix/

12/06/2026

🌿 Wild and Worth Saving 🌿

Our new display is up and we'd love you to be part of it!

Browse our collection of books celebrating Aotearoa's wild places and native wildlife, discover local conservation groups you can get involved with, and add your own leaf to our "Leave a Promise to the Planet" tree. 🌱

Every small promise counts — come make one with us!

12/06/2026

📢 Unfortunately, Port Chalmers Library will be closed tomorrow, Saturday 13 June.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

11/06/2026

Worldwide Knit in Public Day @ South Dunedin Community Library

Join the Yellow Suitcase Fibrecrafts group and celebrate the joy of knitting for Worldwide Knit in Public Day.

FREE
Saturday 13 June | 10am – 2pm
South Dunedin Community Library

11/06/2026

NGĀ KOHA O TE AO MĀORI

Join Te Wānanga o Aotearoa for a free series of workshops in partnership with Dunedin Public Libraries as part of the Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Te Ao Māori Foundation course 🌿

Te reo Māori Session 🗣️
This interactive session helps tauira build confidence in basic te reo Māori through greetings, introductions, and everyday conversation in a supportive and engaging environment.

Kai provided 🍽️

BOOKING REQUIRED: https://www.dunedinlibraries.govt.nz/news-and-events/events-calendar =78363661;instance=20260618173000?popup=1&lang=en-US

Thursday 18 June | 5.30pm – 6.30pm
South Dunedin Community Library 📍

11/06/2026

NGĀ KOHA O TE AO MĀORI

Join Te Wānanga o Aotearoa for a free series of workshops in partnership with Dunedin Public Libraries as part of the Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Te Ao Māori Foundation course 🌿

Raranga (weaving) Session 🧶
This hands-on session gives tauira the opportunity to learn basic weaving techniques while exploring the tikanga, creativity, and cultural significance behind raranga in a supportive and engaging environment.

Kai provided 🍽️

BOOKING REQUIRED: https://www.dunedinlibraries.govt.nz/news-and-events/events-calendar =78363653;instance=20260618140000?popup=1&lang=en-US

Thursday 18 June | 2pm – 4pm
Ground Floor | City Library 📍

11/06/2026

CRAFTerschool@ City Library wrapped up with a burst of colour, creativity, and happy hands 🎨🧶✨

From weaving wool to layering paper and card 📄, our young artists created amazing wall hangings 🧵

So much imagination, so many masterpieces! ✨

10/06/2026

Caselberg Trust Margaret Egan Cities of Literature Writers Resident 2026 ✍️📚

Congratulations to Siobhan Harvey, recipient of the 2026 six-week writers residency supporting creative time, space, and literary development in Ōtepoti Dunedin. 🌿✨

This prestigious residency celebrates storytelling, imagination, and creative exchange within our UNESCO City of Literature. 📖

Read more 👇

Warmest congratulations to Siobhan Harvey of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, recipient of the six-week Caselberg Trust Margaret Egan Cities of Literature Writers Residency.

09/06/2026

Huge congratulations to Swapna Haddow for being shortlisted in the New Zealand Children’s Book Awards for her fantastic graphic novel The Terrible Trio! 🎉📚

What an exciting and well-deserved recognition for such a creative and engaging work. It’s always wonderful to see local talent being celebrated on a national stage, especially in children’s literature that brings so much joy to young readers.

Wishing you all the best for the awards, Swapna! 👏✨

Wright Family Foundation Esther Glen Award for Junior Fiction 📚

Your reading adventure starts here… 🚀 Congratulations to our junior fiction finalists!

According to the judges, these stories deliver “compelling storytelling full of intrigue, imagination and emotional depth” — with themes of friendship, identity, and self-confidence at their heart 🌟

Wright Family Foundation Flying Eye Books Penguin Books NZ Allen & Unwin Aotearoa NZ Scholastic New Zealand Graci Kim-Cribbens