Research and Information

The library subscribes to a variety of online resources to help you find reliable, high-quality information, full-text magazine and newspaper articles, and study resources. We’ve also provided a selection of useful websites for convenient access. You will need a library card and pin number to access resources marked with a lock icon ().

• Online databases - reliable, high-quality information, full-text magazine and newspaper articles
• Teen study pages - covering all the main topics from English and Mathematics to Technology and Languages
• Children's homework pages - look here for great information to help you with homework 
• Newspapers - browse today's paper online with PressDisplay or look up historical papers using PapersPast
• Local history - history of people, places, local iwi and landmarks in Waimakariri
• Useful websites - including links to official information, quick reference sites and local links

New and Reviewed

Check out the latest book club reviews, most requested titles and browse new titles on our new and reviewed pages. If you still can't find what you are after we have a section to help you find a good read.

• New and reviewed - browse all new fiction, non-fiction, children and teen titles in the library
• Find a good read - reading lists, web links and resources to help you find a good read 

Can't find what you are after?

Contact us by following the Ask Us link below or browse our help topics.