Upper Hutt Libraries set to join regional SMART network Published on 21 May 2026 From 26 May 2026, Upper Hutt Libraries members will be able to borrow, reserve, and enjoy more than 600,000 items from SMART branches across the region. Tagged as: , Libraries, Media Releases, New Services & Resources
Latest from the library: newsletter May 2026 Published on 14 May 2026 Read all about our upcoming move to the SMART library network, exciting events for Youth Week and Out on the Shelves, book launches, and more. Tagged as: , Announcements, Libraries
Young voices lead the way: what’s on for Youth Week 2026 Published on 29 April 2026 Join us for free after-school events and activities to celebrate the voices, stories, and talents of kids and teens in Upper Hutt. Tagged as: , Events & Programmes, Libraries, Teens
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. Tagged as: , Libraries
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. Tagged as: , Adults, Children, Competitions, Libraries, Teens
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. Tagged as: , Announcements, Libraries
Latest from the library: newsletter March 2026 Published on 13 March 2026 Another successful Big Read, exciting community workshops and upcoming U-PLAY events, and a celebration of local writing. Read the latest issue of Fanmail, our bi-monthly newsletter. Tagged as: , Announcements, Libraries
New heritage collection captures Silverstream Hospital's last chapter Published on 24 February 2026 The recently added Susi Williams Collection offers a unique glimpse into day-to-day life at Silverstream Hospital in the 1980s with fascinating behind-the-scenes images, newsletters, diary notes, and more. Tagged as: , Local History & Heritage, Libraries
Latest from the library: newsletter January 2026 Published on 15 January 2026 Libraries in the Park, thousands of eBooks and digital magazines right at your fingertips, and school holiday fun galore. Read the latest issue of Fanmail, our bi-monthly newsletter for Upper Hutt Libraries. Tagged as: , Announcements, Libraries