Update: Monday 4 April, 2022


The libraries are open and visitors to our libraries and bookbuses are required to show their vaccine pass (with the exception of any school pupils undertaking curricular or extra-curricular activities) on arrival. Visitors must wear a face mask.

From 11.59pm on Monday, 4 April My Vaccine Passes will no longer be required at DCC facilities, buildings and events. Masks and hand sanitising will still be required indoors.

Our standard services continue and we are starting to re-introduce our on-site public programmes. You can also check out our digital services.

We also have a contactless click and collect service.

Public programmes and events will operate as usual, but with numbers limited to 200 based on 1m distancing.


FAQs FOR LIBRARIES AT RED TRAFFIC LIGHT SETTING

Do I have to be vaccinated to visit the library?

Yes. Visitors to our libraries and bookbuses are required to show their vaccine pass (with the exception of any school pupils undertaking curricular or extra-curricular activities) on arrival.

As well as having to show vaccine passes, under the Red setting, visitors must sanitise their hands,  and wear a face covering.

We’re requiring vaccine passes because we’re serious about looking after everyone, from our customers and visitors to our staff, contractors and volunteers. We know this will impact on some members of our community, but our priority has to be keeping everyone safe.

Do I also need a vaccine pass to visit the bookbuses?

Yes, the same rules apply as outlined above.

How will I be able to use the library if I can’t visit?

Our public libraries offer a wide range of digital services for children and adults, including e-books and e-magazines, which can be accessed from the libraries, from home or from your digital device. Visit www.dunedinlibraries.govt.nz/digital-library for more details.

We're also offering a click and collect service. 

Does requiring vaccine passes mean all your services return to normal?

Yes, we will be restarting our on-site public programmes, such as Storytime sessions for children, shortly. Check our events listings for details.

Are Justices of the Peace available?

Yes. Please check our events calendar for details.

Can we hold an event in the Dunningham Suite?

Yes, but there will be requirements for event organisers, including that visitors show their vaccine pass on arrival and wear a face covering. There is a 200 person limit for all events, if food and drinks are provided, attendees must be seated and served.