Libraries

Welcome to the Hastings District Library! Our library system has three branches, located in Hastings, Havelock North, and Flaxmere, and we are excited to offer a wide range of facilities and services to our community.

Hastings Branch

Address: 201 Eastbourne Street East, Hastings

    Opening hours:

  • Monday 10.00am – 5.30pm
  • Tuesday 9.00am – 7.00pm
  • Wednesday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Thursday 9.00am – 7.00pm
  • Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Saturday 10.00am – 4.00pm
  • Sunday 1.00pm – 4.00pm Contact: (06) 871 5000

Havelock North Branch

Address: 28 Te Mata Road, Havelock North

    Opening hours

  • Monday 10.00am – 5.30pm
  • Tuesday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Wednesday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Thursday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Saturday 10.00am – 4.00pm
  • Sunday CLOSED Contact: (06) 871 5000

Flaxmere Branch

Address: 16 Swansea Road, Flaxmere

    Opening hours

  • Monday 10.00am – 5.30pm
  • Tuesday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Wednesday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Thursday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Friday 9.00am – 5.30pm
  • Saturday 10.00am – 4.00pm
  • Sunday CLOSED

Contact: (06) 871 5000

At the library, you can access a wide range of resources including books, DVDs, CDs, magazines, newspapers, and more. We also offer free Wi-Fi and public computers for use in the library. Our friendly staff is available to assist you with research, finding resources, and general inquiries.

Membership is free, and becoming a member is easy! You can join the library by visiting any of our branches and presenting identification that includes your name and current address. If you are under 16 years of age, you will need to have a parent or guardian present to sign your registration form.