Hamilton City Libraries

This month's North & South magazine has an extensive article on sleep problems, why they occur and how to solve them. In its biggest probe in seven years, Investigate magazine's Ian Wishart looks into the dangers and toxicities of energy saving light bulbs.... more...

We have joined the Aotearoa People’s Network, a government funded initiative designed to help more people access and experience the digital world at broadband speed. Aotearoa People's Network means free internet and PC access and much more.. ... more...

Your libraries have a great selection of film soundtracks on both DVD and CD. Titles range from classics such as 'Zorba the Greek' to the recent 'Kung fu panda'. Find out more on our DVDs & Music CDs page.... more...

Until 1964, Hamilton's main street and two secondary city thoroughfares were brought to a stop by frequent trains. Find out about the history and lowering of the railway line on our Heritage pages.... more...

The internationally-renowned Belfast Poets Touring Group (BPTG)  will be performing in the Central Library, Level 1, on Friday 18 July 12.30-1.30pm. Come along - admission is free! More information is on our website.... more...

Tim Winton, one of Australia's most acclaimed contemporary writers, draws on his own surfing experiences in his latest novel. For this and more new titles, see our Popular Collections pages.... more...

Heating issues - Consumer magazine for June has a 17 page special on heating. An essential read for the winter. Prisons revealed - the July North & South magazine provides an in depth look into New Zealand’s prisons.... more...

Our on-line teen reading programme. Register, vote, and go into the draw to win an iPod or a PSP. Details are on our Teen Zone pages.... more...

Kids aged 5-12 years can earn points by reading books, writing on-line reviews and completing 5 environmental activities. See our Kid's Corner for details.... more...