Last updated July 2026
Te Ao Mārama – Mount Maunganui Library is one of four branches in the Tauranga City Libraries network and serves residents and visitors in the Mount Maunganui area. The library provides free membership, a wide range of physical and digital collections, public computers with internet access, and community programmes. It operates six days a week with consistent hours across the week and shares its collection with the other Tauranga branches. Items borrowed from any library can be returned to any other location, including after-hours book drops. The branch is located at 398 Maunganui Road and offers on-street parking with mobility spaces available.
Practical Information
| Address | 398 Maunganui Road, Mount Maunganui |
| Opening Hours | Monday to Friday: 9.30am – 5.00pm Saturday: 9.30am – 4.00pm Sunday: Closed |
| Public Holidays | Closed on all public holidays |
| Parking | On-street parking (free with time restrictions); two mobility parking spaces on Maunganui Road; no drop-off zone |
| Phone | 07 577 7177 |
| li*****@***********vt.nz | |
| Membership | Free for Tauranga residents and surrounding area |
| Website | library.tauranga.govt.nz |
About Te Ao Mārama – Mount Maunganui Library
Te Ao Mārama – Mount Maunganui Library forms part of Tauranga City Libraries and shares its full collection with the Tauranga, Greerton and Pāpāmoa branches. The library offers browsing and study spaces, magazines, music, videos, local history reference materials and newspapers, plus word processing, internet access and other electronic resources.
All branches operate under the same membership system. A single library card allows borrowing from any location, and holds can be placed on items held at other branches for collection at the preferred site. Returns are accepted at any branch, with after-hours book drops available at Mount Maunganui and the other main libraries.
The library supports community services including Justice of the Peace visits on Tuesdays and Fridays, computer and digital literacy assistance, and a range of reading and learning programmes. Digital collections include e-books, e-audiobooks, PressReader, LinkedIn Learning and other online resources accessible with a library card.
Services and Facilities
Public computers with internet access, Wi-Fi, scanning, photocopying and printing are available during opening hours. The branch provides access to heritage and research collections, Māori resources through Pātaka Māori, and a discovery collection for new readers. Group visits and community drop-in services are also offered.
Membership and Borrowing
Membership is free and quick to obtain for eligible residents. Cardholders can borrow physical items, access digital collections and use facilities across all Tauranga City Libraries locations. Items can be issued at one branch and returned to another without restriction.
What Visitors Often Say
Visitors appreciate the convenient location, helpful staff and reliable opening hours that suit both quick visits and longer study sessions. Many note the ease of using one card across all Tauranga branches and the good selection of digital resources for borrowing on the go.
Regular users value the quiet study spaces, free Wi-Fi and community programmes such as JP services. Some mention the friendly atmosphere and the convenience of returning books to any library in the network.
Where to Learn More
Tauranga City Libraries Find Us page: Current opening hours, addresses and parking details for all branches including Mount Maunganui.
Tauranga City Libraries home: Full catalogue, digital collections, events and membership information.
Tauranga City Libraries FAQ: Answers to common questions about membership, borrowing, returns and services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the opening hours for Mount Maunganui Library?
Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5.00pm and Saturday 9.30am to 4.00pm. The library is closed on Sundays and all public holidays.
Is membership free?
Yes, library membership is free for residents of Tauranga and the surrounding area.
Can I return books to a different branch?
Yes, items can be returned to any Tauranga City Libraries branch, including after-hours book drops at Mount Maunganui.
Do I need a library card to borrow items?
Yes, a library card is required to borrow physical items and access digital collections.
Is there parking available?
On-street parking is available with time restrictions. Two mobility parking spaces are located on Maunganui Road.
Are public computers and Wi-Fi available?
Yes, public computers with internet access and free Wi-Fi are provided during opening hours.
Can I place a hold on an item at another branch?
Yes, holds can be placed on items held at other branches for collection at Mount Maunganui.
Does the library offer digital resources?
Yes, cardholders can access e-books, e-audiobooks, PressReader, LinkedIn Learning and other online collections.
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