Last updated June 2026
Taradale Library is the western branch of the Napier Libraries network, located on White Street in central Taradale. It serves Taradale, Greenmeadows and the wider western Napier suburbs as a key community hub with free entry, free membership and free WiFi. The library offers standard services plus specialised programmes including children’s activities, the Creation Station and the Forget Me Not dementia-care collection. It operates seven days a week, including Sundays, making it the most accessible of Napier’s library branches.
Practical Information
| Address | 24 White Street, Taradale, Napier 4141 |
| Phone | +64 6 834 4180 |
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| Hours | Monday–Saturday 9.00am–5.00pm; Sunday 10am–4pm; closed public holidays |
| Membership | Free with proof of identity and address |
| WiFi | Free public WiFi throughout |
| Cost | Free entry, free membership, free use of facilities |
| Parking | Free on-street parking near the library |
About Taradale Library
Taradale Library is the western suburban branch of the Napier Libraries network and the largest of the suburban branches by population catchment. It serves Taradale, Greenmeadows, Marewa and the wider western Napier area from its central location on White Street.
The library sits within walking distance of the Taradale shopping precinct, Anderson Park and the Rotary Pathway cycling network. Open seven days a week including Sunday, it has longer hours than the central Napier Library, making it the more accessible branch for evening borrowers, weekend visitors and Sunday users.
Taradale Library provides all standard Napier Libraries services along with its own community programmes and a dedicated children’s section. The Friends of Taradale Library community support group runs events and fundraising specifically for the branch.
Services and Programmes
| Physical collection | Fiction, non-fiction, large-print, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers, children’s books, DVDs |
| Digital library | eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, online databases — free with membership |
| Baby Bounce | Free half-hour sessions of songs and rhymes for children aged 0–2 with their parents/caregivers |
| Creation Station | 3D printing, design tools and craft equipment — workshops |
| Forget Me Not Collection | Specialised dementia-care books, sensory tools, memory-recall resources and grab bags |
| Public computers | Free internet and computer access |
| Interloan | Request items from libraries across NZ — small fee |
| Friends of Taradale Library | Community support group running events and fundraising |
Visiting Taradale Library
Taradale Library is in the heart of the Taradale shopping precinct on White Street, a short walk from the central retail strip, cafés and restaurants. Visitors can combine a library visit with a Taradale coffee or lunch, or with a walk or ride on the Rotary Pathway that passes through the area.
The library offers good study spaces, a dedicated children’s section, free WiFi throughout the building, and friendly staff who can help with research and reference enquiries. JP services are available at Taradale Library on Saturdays 10am–12pm.
What Visitors Often Say
Regular users consistently describe Taradale Library as the most accessible branch of the Napier Libraries network, open seven days a week including Sunday, with a well-stocked physical collection, dedicated children’s section and Baby Bounce programmes. The Creation Station with 3D printing and the central location in Taradale’s shopping precinct are frequently mentioned.
The practical tips that come up most: free membership for anyone with ID and proof of address, Sunday opening when the central branch is closed, and free WiFi throughout. Pair a library visit with a Taradale café stop or a walk on the nearby Rotary Pathway.
Where to Learn More
Napier Libraries — official site: catalogue search, digital library, current programmes and news for all branches.
Napier Libraries — Contact Us: current hours, phone, email and address for all branches.
Friends of Taradale Library: local support group’s page covering events and how to get involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Taradale Library?
24 White Street, Taradale — in central Taradale near the shopping precinct.
What are Taradale Library’s opening hours?
Monday–Saturday 9.00am–5.00pm; Sunday 10am–4pm. Closed public holidays.
Is Taradale Library open on Sunday?
Yes — 10am–4pm. The only Napier Libraries branch open on Sundays.
How do I join Taradale Library?
Free with proof of identity and address — bring a driver’s licence, utility bill or similar.
Does Taradale Library have children’s programmes?
Yes — Baby Bounce songs and rhymes for under-2s, plus Creation Station programmes for older children.
What is the Forget Me Not Collection?
A specialised collection of dementia-care books, sensory tools and memory-recall resources for people living with dementia and their carers.
Where can I park near Taradale Library?
Free on-street parking near the library and throughout the Taradale shopping precinct.
Are JP services available at Taradale Library?
Yes — Saturdays 10am–12pm.
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