
Te Aroha Library Closure
In early April, we will be re-carpeting and re-roofing Te Aroha Library. That means that we will have to close the library for the period of on...

Classics Reading Challenge
We've put together a list of 15 Classic novels and 15 "Modern Classics" and we challenge you to read at least 12 of these over the next year. S...

Toddler Time: We're Going on a Bear Hunt!

Blind Date with a Book 2025
Skip the bad dates this Valentine's Day and date a mystery book instead!
From 10-16 February, drop into the library and choose from a selection of mystery books based on their dating profi...

Summer Collectathon 2025: The Challenges
You’re now ready to get out there and start collecting some awesome Piakomon trading cards.
Here’s how it goes.
There are 5 challenges to be completed at ...

StoryWalks® in Matamata-Piako

Christmas Opening/Closing Dates 2024
As we all enjoy the holiday season with our friends, families and loved ones, all libraries will be closed from 12pm on 24 December. We will reopen on 6 January at 9.30am. While we are closed, ... |

Get your local newspapers for free on BorrowBox!
It's finally here! BorrowBox is now offering online access to all the NZME newspapers through their app.
This means you now have access to 25 different titles, including NZ Herald, Herald on Sunday, R...

Tā tauā hangarau: Merge Cube
Click the link below to find instructions on how to use and set up the Merge Cube.
Please note that while there is an optional paid subscription option in t...

Tā tauā hangarau: Strawbees
Below you will find the instruction manual for your Strawbees.

Tā tauā hangarau: Sphero Mini
Below you will find the instruction manual for your Sphero as well as some fun activities you can do.
Please note that the page numbers may not necessarily...

Tā tauā hangarau: Polaroid Play 3D Pen
Below you will find the instruction manual for your 3D pen.
Please note that the page numbers may not necessarily be in order.

Poetry Podcast 2024 Results
Our very first Poetry Podcast has come to a close and the results are in!
We received and excellent response from our communities across the Matamata-Piako District, and even some internationals. We w...

StoryWalk® opening at Lockerbie Park

Scams and fraud awareness presentation
They’ll discuss:
- different types of scams
- how to identify warning signs
- how...

Helping children learn to read

Graphic Novel Month at the Libraries
Th...

Confirming a family story
We asked one of our library customers to answer a few questions about using Ancestry Library Edition, and his exploration of his family history. Malcolm participated in ...

Skinny Jump: low-cost broadband
Skinny believes every New Zealander deserves to have the opportunities to learn and thrive in the moder...

New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2021 finalists announced

Te Aroha Library Closure
In early April, we will be re-carpeting and re-roofing Te Aroha Library. That means that we will have to close the library for the period of on...

Classics Reading Challenge
We've put together a list of 15 Classic novels and 15 "Modern Classics" and we challenge you to read at least 12 of these over the next year. S...

Toddler Time: We're Going on a Bear Hunt!

Blind Date with a Book 2025
Skip the bad dates this Valentine's Day and date a mystery book instead!
From 10-16 February, drop into the library and choose from a selection of mystery books based on their dating profi...

Summer Collectathon 2025: The Challenges
You’re now ready to get out there and start collecting some awesome Piakomon trading cards.
Here’s how it goes.
There are 5 challenges to be completed at ...

StoryWalks® in Matamata-Piako

Christmas Opening/Closing Dates 2024
As we all enjoy the holiday season with our friends, families and loved ones, all libraries will be closed from 12pm on 24 December. We will reopen on 6 January at 9.30am. While we are closed, ... |

Get your local newspapers for free on BorrowBox!
It's finally here! BorrowBox is now offering online access to all the NZME newspapers through their app.
This means you now have access to 25 different titles, including NZ Herald, Herald on Sunday, R...