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Law For Lunch at Motueka Library Te Noninga Kumu

Bring your lunch and come and listen to Trevor Irwin from Nelson Community Law explain some legal matters. On Wednesday 20 November, 12. 00pm - 1.

Posted on 12 November 2024

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If it moves we count it

Libraries are really great at counting things that move; people through our doors, books borrowed, and questions asked.

Posted on 01 November 2024

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Get Growing: plant and dine with the help of your library!

As the seasons change now is the perfect time to start planning your vegetable garden.

Posted on 18 October 2024

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JPs (Justices of the Peace) at Richmond Library

Do you need documents witnessed, copies certified, or affidavits taken? From tomorrow (Saturday 5 October 2024) Richmond Library will have an additional time available for you to meet with a JP: every…

Posted on 04 October 2024

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Tākaka Library has new solar panels on our roof!

  The system was funded with climate change initiatives funding and the payback period is only 9. 2 years. The estimated annual electricity bill savings is $5161. 00.

Posted on 05 September 2024

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More than print, different formats available at the library

At Tasman Libraries, we offer books in a range of formats to suit everyone's needs.

Posted on 21 August 2024

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Wendy Liu Chinese Brush Painting Sept 2024
Richmond Library Celebrates 'Welcoming Week – Te Wiki o Manaaki' from 6 – 15 September 2024

Aotearoa New Zealand is one of the most diverse countries in the world, with over 200 different ethnicities and a quarter of all people who call New Zealand home born…

Posted on 05 August 2024

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Get Appy with the library

Time to Get Appy with Tasman District Libraries Did you know that Tasman District Libraries has its very own apps, two in fact?  Both apps are free and are available to…

Posted on 25 July 2024

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Newsline - Tasman loves their libraries

Did you manage to catchup on the Library news in the last Newsline?  We love that Tasman loves their libraries! You told us – Tasman loves their libraries!It’s very easy for…

Posted on 11 July 2024

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Cosy Winter Activities at Motueka Library Te Noninga Kumu

Look after your Winter Wellness by joining in our heartwarming activities.

Posted on 01 July 2024

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Youth Week 2024

Youth Week is a nationwide festival of events organised by young New Zealanders to celebrate the talents, passion, and achievements of rangatahi.

Posted on 11 June 2024

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Self-issue machine at Tākaka Library

Tākaka Library now has a self-issue machine. You can issue your own books and see what you have out and renew them if necessary.

Posted on 04 June 2024

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Changes to the Richmond Library layout

We’ve almost finished the RFID technology upgrades and changes to our library computer system. Tomorrow (Wednesday 15 May 2024) our Richmond, Motueka and Tākaka Libraries are closed.

Posted on 14 May 2024

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Stitch Bloom Embroidery Group at Motueka Library

Participate in the Fleur Woods Stitch Bloom Project! Help stitch together a large-scale artwork consisting of stitched blooms that women around New Zealand and the world have created.

Posted on 30 April 2024

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Disruption to Library Services in May

During May there are two major upgrades and changes happening at Tasman District Libraries.

Posted on 22 April 2024

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Tuku24

Our libraries are buzzing with activity. Join us in celebrating the captivating tales and history of Nelson and Tasman at a Tuku24 event.

Posted on 02 April 2024

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Unity Week Garland 2024 v2
Unity Week

Unity Week NZ UNITY (unityweek. co. nz) 15 - 21 March.

Posted on 18 March 2024

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Summer Reading Adventure

The Summer Reading Adventure began on the 18th December. Children were able to pop into any Tasman District Library to collect their Summer Reading Adventure Packs.

Posted on 11 March 2024

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Camel Library in Pakistan

There are all sorts of libraries around the world, and not all of them are in library buildings like we are used to in New Zealand.

Posted on 06 March 2024

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ONZBA 2024 Longlist General NF web Attempt9
Ockham Book Awards long list announced

The longlist for the 2024 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards has been announced.

Posted on 05 February 2024

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Phone: 03 543 8500

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Phone: 03 528 1047

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Phone: 03 523 1013

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Phone: 03 525 0059

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