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Nelson Public Libraries Closed for Labour Day

All three branches will be closed on Monday 26 October 2026 in observance of Labour Day. We will be open as normal on Tuesday 27 October 2026. Ngā mihi nui.

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  • Libby Reads ft. Chris Blake!

    22 Oct 2026, 2:00 pm

    Catch the author of West Coast Noir tale 'Softly Calls the Devil' in conversation with Jacqueline Bublitz! Every month, Libby brings author talks to the comfort of your phone! Click here to register!

  • ​New Book Club Set: House of Liars

    21 Oct 2026, 1:00 pm

    Local author Jenny Williams' new literary thriller, House of Liars is the latest title to be added to our Book Club Sets Collection.

  • Whakatū Wellness Programme!

    19 Oct 2026, 9:25 am

    Jon the Green Prescription Team from Nelson Bays Primary Health for this programme designed to improve strength, mobility and balance. It runs every Thursday from 1-2pm! Click for more info!

  • Citizens Advice Bureau at the Library!

    4 Oct 2026, 12:00 pm

    Have you visited the CAB at the Elma Turner Library? Every Monday from 9.30am-5.30pm you can visit them for free, confidential advice on everything from consumer rights to government services
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Elma Turner Library

27 Halifax St, Nelson 7010, New Zealand

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  • Monday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
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  • Thursday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
  • Friday: 9:30am - 6:00pm
  • Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm
  • Sunday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

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Stoke Library

35 Putaitai St, Stoke, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

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  • Monday: 9:30am - 5:30pm
  • Tuesday: 9:30am - 5:30pm
  • Wednesday: 10:00am - 5:30pm
  • Thursday: 9:30am - 5:30pm
  • Friday: 9:30am - 5:30pm
  • Saturday: 10:00am - 1:00pm

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Nightingale Library Memorial

2 Beach Rd, Tahunanui, Nelson 7011, New Zealand

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  • Monday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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