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30 June

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Ask Me. I Might Know.

Reflections on 35 Years at Feilding Library by Sue Bakker.

24 June

A New Matariki StoryWalk®

If you have wandered through Manchester Square recently and noticed something new catching the winter sunshine, you are not imagining it. Nestled among the...

22 June

Makerspace Showcase

Te Āhuru Mōwai was filled with creativity, conversation, and community on Saturday 13 June 2026 as visitors gathered for the first ever...

15 June

Hidden Stacks, Big Bargains

Behind the library shelves, tucked away in a storage room, boxes upon boxes of books, puzzles, DVDs, toys, and forgotten treasures are waiting for their next chapter.

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2 June

From Idea to Artwork at the Makerspace

What started as a school holiday project became a remarkable six-metre-long artwork celebrating culture, community, and creativity.

29 May

Matariki Herenga Waka – For Everyone

This year’s Matariki theme, Matariki herenga waka the mooring place for all canoes reflects Te Āhuru Mōwai as a space where people come together to connect, learn, and...

28 May

Comfort Delivered to Your Door

As the season changes and winter settles in, the heater gets switched on, the mornings feel colder, and the days grow shorter leaving the house becomes just that little bit...

26 May

Practical Parenting Support

Parents and caregivers across the district have access to free, practical parenting support thanks to funding from the Manawatū District Council Community Development...

15 May

Committed to Safe and Welcoming Spaces

At Manawatū District Council, we are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and...

6 May

Celebrate NZ Music Month With Us

As the rhythms of autumn settle over the Manawatū, the sound of Aotearoa turns up the volume. This May, Manawatū Community Hub Libraries...

29 April

MCHL Showcases Local Talent

From 3D prints to handmade creations, some of Manawatū’s most creative locals will be showcasing their work in Te Āhuru Mōwai this June and it is free to attend.

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21 April

Open Plus: Winning Success, Earlier Access

Early birds, this announcement is one you will appreciate. Manawatū Community Hub Libraries (MCHL) is extending Open Plus hours. Starting from Monday 4 May, Open Plus...