Selwyn Libraries operates four physical sites, and one mobile library service. Te Ara Ātea in Rolleston is a multi-functional cultural hub, which contains a full library service, while our libraries at Lincoln, Leeston, and Darfield also function as Selwyn District Council Service Centres. This means you can do simple transactions there such as:
- registering your dog
- paying your rates
- applying for a rates rebate - please contact us to make an appointment
- lodging Council related mail and applications
All our sites offer printing (including a 3D printing service), and scanning (click here for charges), free WiFi and computers, and regular programming activities.
For more on our five Selwyn Libraries sites and services, including locations and opening hours, please see below.
Holiday opening hours
Friday 10 July (Matariki):
Te Ara Ātea will be OPEN 10am-4pm, all other Selwyn Libraries sites will be CLOSED.
Te Ara Ātea
56 Tennyson Street, Rolleston
Te Ara Ātea sits at the heart of Rolleston, one of the fastest growing towns in New Zealand. It is a multi-functional space, which responds to the diverse needs of its growing community. Along with a well-resourced modern library, Te Ara Ātea contains performance and play spaces, art and heritage exhibitions, Urban Espresso café, and areas for people to work and connect. Spaces can be booked for meetings, presentations and performances. Outside, the sensory garden is alive with spaces to explore, relax and play.
Te Ara Ātea means ‘the unobstructed trail to the world and beyond’. The name was gifted by Te Taumutu Rūnanga and expresses a notion that this is a place for learning, gathering, connecting, and exploring
through lifelong learning. Learn more about the rich story behind the name here.
Hāora tuwhera / opening hours:
Monday - Wednesday: 9am - 6pm
Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday - Sunday: 10am – 4pm
Lincoln Library & Service Centre
22 Gerald Street, Lincoln
Lincoln Library & Service Centre is located in the centre of Selwyn’s second largest town, Lincoln. Inside you will find a modern library with an extensive selection of books, magazines, puzzles and tech kits, a tamariki space, computers and gaming stations, and a public programmes area. There are also well-equipped and comfortable spaces for people to work and connect. Lincoln is also the only Selwyn Libraries site where you can purchase Metrocards for buses.
Hāora tuwhera / opening hours:
Monday - Wednesday: 9am - 6pm
Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Friday: 9am - 6pm
Saturday - Sunday: 10am – 4pm
Darfield Library & Service Centre
1 South Terrace, Darfield
Darfield Library & Service Centre contains a well-resourced library with an excellent selection of books, magazines, puzzles and tech kits, a tamariki space, computers and gaming stations, and a public programmes area. There are also comfortable spaces for people to work and connect, as well as rooms that can be booked for meetings, presentations and performances.
Hāora tuwhera / opening hours:
Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Leeston Library & Service Centre
76A High Street, Leeston
Leeston Library & Service Centre contains a well-resourced library with a great selection of books, magazines, puzzles and tech kits, a tamariki space, computers, and gaming station. There are also spaces for people to work and connect.
Hāora tuwhera / opening hours:
Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am – 4pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Edge Connector Service
*UPDATE 29 May 2026*
Due to significant staffing constraints across the Selwyn Libraries network, we are focused on keeping our four physical sites open. Unfortunately, this means we are unable to run the Edge Connector service during June and July, but remain committed to restoring this as soon as possible and will provide updates as we are able. Thank you for your understanding.
The Edge Connector Vehicle (ECV) delivers a modern library experience across the Selwyn district. This includes bringing programmes and library resources to communities, schools, preschools and community groups who don’t have easy access to one of Selwyn Libraries’ four physical locations. You will also see the ECV supporting many public events across Selwyn.
The vehicle is equipped with free WiFi, which is not only available for customers to use, but also allows staff to carry out core library services, such as signing up new members, issuing books, and helping people connect to our digital library.
Visit our What's On page to find the ECV's latest schedule.