Twist Library is the academic library on the EIT | Te Pūkenga Hawke’s Bay campus at 501 Gloucester Street in Taradale — a modern study and research facility serving the campus students and staff plus the wider Napier–Taradale community. Unlike the two Napier Libraries council branches, Twist is an institutional library — open to students and staff during standard hours, with community access available through arrangement.
Practical Information
| Address | 501 Gloucester Street, Taradale — EIT | Te Pūkenga Hawke’s Bay campus |
| Helpdesk hours | Monday–Friday 8.30am–4.30pm (K Block Atrium) |
| Type | Academic / institutional library |
| Users | EIT | Te Pūkenga students and staff (community access by arrangement) |
| Collection | Academic books and journals, online databases, study materials |
| Facilities | Study spaces, group rooms, computers, WiFi |
| Cost | Free for EIT students and staff; community use varies |
About Twist Library
Twist Library serves the Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT, now part of Te Pūkenga / NZ Institute of Skills and Technology) Hawke’s Bay campus in Taradale. The library is the academic hub for the campus — supporting hundreds of tertiary and vocational students across courses including nursing, business, IT, trades, hospitality, computing and the arts.
The library is described as offering a modern library experience with cutting-edge resources and inclusive services — a relaxed and friendly study and research environment. Helpdesk support is available in the K Block Atrium during standard weekday hours.
Services
Twist Library provides the standard academic library services for EIT students and staff:
- Print collection — academic books, journals, course materials
- Online databases — substantial subscription database access for research
- Study spaces — quiet study, group study, computer terminals
- WiFi — campus WiFi throughout
- Helpdesk — staffed support for research, referencing and library use
- Te Pūkenga network — access to the wider Te Pūkenga library network
Community Access
Twist Library is primarily for EIT | Te Pūkenga students and staff. Community access — for non-students wanting to use the academic resources — is generally by arrangement with the library helpdesk or through other community-borrower programmes. Most general community library users will find their needs better served by the council Napier Libraries branches (Napier Library on Tennyson Street and Taradale Library on White Street), both of which are free public-access libraries.
Where to Learn More
EIT | Te Pūkenga Hawke’s Bay — Library — official library page with current hours, services and student resources.
Napier Libraries — for community library users — full Napier council library network with three branches.
EIT | Te Pūkenga — institute home page with course information, campus details and student support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Twist Library in Napier?
On the EIT | Te Pūkenga Hawke’s Bay campus at 501 Gloucester Street, Taradale.
What are Twist Library’s hours?
Helpdesk support is available Monday–Friday 8.30am–4.30pm in the K Block Atrium.
Can the public use Twist Library?
Twist is primarily for EIT students and staff. Community access is by arrangement. For free public library access, use Napier Library on Tennyson Street or Taradale Library on White Street.
What’s the difference between Twist Library and Taradale Library?
Twist is an academic library on the EIT campus. Taradale Library is the council public library on White Street, open to everyone with free membership.
Is Twist Library free?
Yes for EIT | Te Pūkenga students and staff. Community access depends on arrangement.
What courses does EIT Hawke’s Bay offer?
Nursing, business, IT, trades, hospitality, computing, arts and more — see EIT’s course directory.
Is there parking at Twist Library?
Yes — free campus parking at EIT Hawke’s Bay.
For free public libraries in Napier, see the central Napier Library and Taradale Library branches.
