Dunedin Public Libraries

Keep up to date with all the latest news and events at Dunedin Public Libraries by listening to the ‘Library Mix’, every Saturday afternoon on OAR FM Dunedin - Community Access Media between 1 and 1:30pm.

From the latest exhibitions and displays to our free film screenings and public talks, the ‘Library Mix’ keeps you informed.

You can listen to recent episodes here - https://oar.org.nz/shows/the-library-mix/

📢 Unfortunately, Port Chalmers Library will be closed tomorrow, Saturday 13 June.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

NGĀ KOHA O TE AO MĀORI

Join Te Wānanga o Aotearoa for a free series of workshops in partnership with Dunedin Public Libraries as part of the Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Te Ao Māori Foundation course 🌿

Te reo Māori Session 🗣️
This interactive session helps tauira build confidence in basic te reo Māori through greetings, introductions, and everyday conversation in a supportive and engaging environment.

Kai provided 🍽️

BOOKING REQUIRED: https://www.dunedinlibraries.govt.nz/news-and-events/events-calendar =78363661;instance=20260618173000?popup=1&lang=en-US

Thursday 18 June | 5.30pm – 6.30pm
South Dunedin Community Library 📍

NGĀ KOHA O TE AO MĀORI

Join Te Wānanga o Aotearoa for a free series of workshops in partnership with Dunedin Public Libraries as part of the Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Te Ao Māori Foundation course 🌿

Raranga (weaving) Session 🧶
This hands-on session gives tauira the opportunity to learn basic weaving techniques while exploring the tikanga, creativity, and cultural significance behind raranga in a supportive and engaging environment.

Kai provided 🍽️

BOOKING REQUIRED: https://www.dunedinlibraries.govt.nz/news-and-events/events-calendar =78363653;instance=20260618140000?popup=1&lang=en-US

Thursday 18 June | 2pm – 4pm
Ground Floor | City Library 📍

CRAFTerschool@ City Library wrapped up with a burst of colour, creativity, and happy hands 🎨🧶✨

From weaving wool to layering paper and card 📄, our young artists created amazing wall hangings 🧵

So much imagination, so many masterpieces! ✨

Caselberg Trust Margaret Egan Cities of Literature Writers Resident 2026 ✍️📚

Congratulations to Siobhan Harvey, recipient of the 2026 six-week writers residency supporting creative time, space, and literary development in Ōtepoti Dunedin. 🌿✨

This prestigious residency celebrates storytelling, imagination, and creative exchange within our UNESCO City of Literature. 📖

Read more 👇

Caselberg Trust Margaret Egan Cities of Literature Writers Resident 2026 Warmest congratulations to Siobhan Harvey of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, recipient of the six-week Caselberg Trust Margaret Egan Cities of Literature Writers Residency.