Birkenhead Public Library

The Birkenhead Public Library stands at the intersection of Rawene Road and Hinemoa Street, offering extensive collections totaling over 300,000 items.

The library began operations in 1949 in the basement of Council Chambers with 1,500 items and became the first public library in North Shore City.

The building incorporates both English and Te Whare Matauranga o Birkenhead names, reflecting New Zealand's commitment to preserving Māori cultural heritage.

The Community Meeting Room accommodates 25 people, with rates of $27 per hour for commercial use and $13.50 for community gatherings.

From 1982 to 1992, the library operated a mobile service using a Bedford van that distributed more than 163,000 items throughout the community.

Location: North Shore

Inception: 1949

Website: http://shorelibraries.govt.nz/Visit-Us/Birkenhead-Library.aspx

GPS coordinates: -36.81572,174.72669

Latest update: March 6, 2025 18:31