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U-PLAY autumn holiday events

Explore, play, create! Browse free and low-cost holiday events for tamariki (kids) and families.

Short Story Competition 2026

Calling all writers and writers-to-be! Take part in our competition for kids, teens, and adults.

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Susi Williams Collection

Travel back in time to explore everyday moments at Silverstream Hospital in the 1980s.

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U-PLAY: Backyard Buddies at Central Library

19 April 2026

Come on a wild adventure and search for our backyard buddies which we've hidden around the library. Can you spot all of them?

CancelledFamily History Group

19 April 2026

Learn research tips and tricks from other family history fans and share your journey exploring your ancestors' past.

UHub

20 April 2026

UHub brings together services, resources, and professionals to support local children and their families.
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Bringing books and resources to neighbourhoods across Upper Hutt

Published on 17 April 2026

From Akatārawa to Wallaceville Estate, find out when the Mobile Library service visits a community stop near you.

Short Story Competition 2026: let your imagination soar

Published on 25 March 2026

Our annual Short Story Competition invites kids, teens, and adults to be creative and share their storytelling skills. Entries close on 10 May 2026.

Easter hours 2026: plan ahead and hop in for a visit

Published on 19 March 2026

Find out more about our Easter opening hours at Central and Pinehaven Library, 24/7 access through the Digital Library, and upcoming school holiday events.
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