Kaikōura District Library

Kaikōura District Library has a new online catalogue where you can browse and search every item that the library holds.

Access the catalogue here.

Library members with an email address will soon be able to log in and reserve, request or renew items or update their account information. If you're already a member and want access to the online library, just email your name and library membership number to  books@kdclibrary.co.nz.

Apply online now (takes 5 minutes)

• Membership is free if you are a permanent resident of Kaikōura or $45 annual subscription if you live elsewhere (visitor membership).
• You can collect a form from the library in person if you prefer. 
• To complete your application, you will need to provide photo proof of ID and a form of proof of address e.g. power bill or bank statement.

• Read the full membership policy

To complete your application, you will need to provide photo proof of ID and a form of proof of address e.g. power bill or bank statement. This can be uploaded to your online application form, or given, posted or emailed to the Library once a membership application form has been filled out. 

Provide copies of your proof of ID and address to:

• PO Box 6, Kaikōura 7340 (postal)
• 96 West End, Kaikōura (03) 319 6280 (in person)
• books@kdclibrary.co.nz

Please only send COPIES of these documents in the post. They will not be returned to you.

You will be issued a library card on the same day that you provide the proof of ID and address, and can start borrowing straight away.

Each library member has access to the Kaikōura District Library online catalogue through their own personal account. 

Login here to access your account, reserve, request and renew library items. 

Logging in for the first time and changing your password

When you become a member of the library and provide your email address, you are automatically assigned a password to log in to our online catalogue and access your account information. 

1. Go to Library catalogue site: http://ic.softlinkhosting.co.nz/kaikoura/

2. The first time you log in, enter your library car number (image 1 below) as the username in the 'member login' box (image 2 below).

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3. Enter kaikoura as the password in the login box on the left side of the home page (image above)

4. This will then take you to the member's home page. On the left hand menu, click 'Change Password' (image 3 below). 

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5. Enter your new password in the boxes provided and then click 'Submit' (image 4 below).

Your password in now changed. Use your new password next time you log in.

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View a PDF version of these instructions here.

Returns

Items may be returned through the book return slot located near the main doors of the Civic Centre on the ground floor or at the front desk during business hours.

Loan period

21 days unless otherwise stated. Some magazines and DVDs are 7 day loan period.

Items may be renewed twice providing they are not reserved for another borrower. Any rental or overdue charges will be payable on your next visit.

Reserving an item

The cost to reserve an item is $1.00.

Please keep your card safe and remember to bring it with you each time you visit.

Lost or damaged cards can be replaced for a small fee of $5.