Parenting - the April 12-18 Listener magazine has an article on liberal parenting methods that may cause some controversy and will certainly prove thought provoking. ... more...

The Dog & Lemon guide, described as a Lonely Planet to the world of cars, has all the information you need to make an informed choice when buying a car. The latest edition is now in Information & Heritage, and covers most vehicles from 1988- 2008.... more...

Calling all 5-12 year-olds! Be in to win a $25 book voucher from Paper Plus and a copy of Andrew Crowe's book 'Which New Zealand Spider.' For details see our Kid's Corner page.... more...

We are trialling this new database to help you select books you will enjoy. NovelistPlus can find more titles by your favourite authors, additional authors writing in genres you like, author read-alikes and award winners. ... more...

The Ministry of Sound Annual for 2008 has 54 super dance and electronic Euro-tracks on 3 CDs. For more new CD reviews, visit our CD webpage.... more...

If you do, Heritage are keen to hear from you - please visit our 'interesting questions' blog and share your memories. ... more...

Central and Chartwell libraries have new, easier to use, touch-screen self-checkout machines. Give them a try! Library hours and locations.... more...

Absolute power - the April Investigate magazine has an article on the Labour Party, Helen Clark and the forthcoming election. It also includes a review of Ian Wishart’s book on Ms Clark. The latest copy of the Organic NZ magazine includes interesting items on a variety of Green topics, from genetic engineering to organic animal drenches.... more...

Lake Rotoroa, Hamilton Lake, was formed about 15,000 years ago when the Waikato River consisted of many channels across the Waikato. The land around the lake was a significant source of food and building materials for local Maaori. Find out about its history on our Heritage pages.... more...

An heir is needed to keep the Deravenel name alive, but tragedy and death remain obstacles at every turn. For this and more great new novels, visit our Adult Fiction pages.... more...

Author Margit Brew will speak at the Chartwell Library on 16th April about her book on Scandinavian settlers in New Zealand. See our webpage for details.... more...