In the heart of Porirua is Te Ngahere o te Matauranga ki Porirua – The great forest of knowledge at Porirua.
The Porirua City Centre Library is located on the corner of Norrie and Parumoana Streets, in the building we share with Pātaka Art + Museum. We have entrances on Norrie Street and Wi Neera Drive. Two hours' free parking is available in the Te Rauparaha Arena car park, or on the streets around the library.
Main Library hours:
| Monday | 9.30am - 5.30pm |
| Tuesday | 9.30am - 5.30pm |
| Wednesday | 9.30am - 5.30pm |
| Thursday | 9.30am - 5.30pm |
| Friday | 9.30am - 5.30pm |
| Saturday | 10am – 5.00pm |
| Sunday | 12 noon - 4:00pm |
Let us be your guide into Story World, where we read the best books aloud, and extend engagement with a simple craft activity for pre-schoolers
At City Centre Library Wednesdays and Fridays at 10.45am, during primary school term time, from June 17, 2020. Due to limited space, please contact bee.trudgeon@poriruacity.govt.nz if you intend to bring a group, as we may be able to accommodate you at another time.
For a tuneful, sociable time with your babies, get with the band! Lift your voice and boogie with your babies.
Thursdays at 10.30AM, during primary school term time, from June 18, 2020. Due to limited space, please contact bee.trudgeon@poriruacity.govt.nz if you intend to bring a group, as we may be able to accommodate you at another time.
Do you like knitting? Are you interested in speaking Te Reo Māori? Tuia Te Reo is a knitting circle that meets once a month at Porirua City Centre Library.
City Centre Library from May 2019Street address:
Corner of Norrie and Parumoana Streets, Porirua City.
Postal address:
P O Box 50 218, Porirua City 5240
Email: porirualibrary@poriruacity.govt.nz
Telephone: (04) 237 1533
Fax: (04) 237 7320
