E-Resources

Frequently Requested Websites

Online Learning

eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines

eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines are available via the BorrowBox and Libby by Overdrive apps.

Please contact us (03) 314 8980 for additional help or bring your device into your local branch library.

BorrowBox

Browse BorrowBox online

Sign in with your Library card number and PIN

The BorrowBox app is available from your device's app store. Once you have downloaded the app: -

Open the app and find your library service (Hurunui District Library)
When prompted, sign in with your library card and pin number. (If unable to recall your pin please call 03 314 8980 for assistance)
Browse collection and borrow a title
Borrowed titles appear under My Loans. Select your book and tap download. Once the book is downloaded it is ready to start reading

Libby by OverDrive

Browse OverDrive online

Sign in with your Library card number and PIN.

The Libby app is available from your device's app store. Once you have downloaded the app: -

Open the app and find your library service (Hurunui District Library (South Island))
When prompted, sign in with your library card and pin number. (If unable to recall your pin please call 03 314 8980 for assistance)
Browse collection and borrow a title
Borrowed titles appear on your Shelf and download automatically. Tap Start Reading or Start Listening to open a title

Video tutorial for Libby by OverDrive

Newspapers

Press Reader

Online access to newspapers from around the world.

Access Press Reader

Papers Past

An extensive collection of digitised newspapers, magazines and journals from New Zealand and the Pacific. A great place to explore when researching family history.

Access Papers Past

Online Learning and Help Tutorials

LinkedIn Learning

Access LinkedIn Learning for Library to learn the latest software, creative and business skills across bite-size tutorials or comprehensive courses. Accessible on any device, anywhere anytime.

Access LinkedIn Learning

The LinkedIn Learning app is available from your device's app store. Once you have downloaded the app: -

Choose Sign in
Choose Sign in with your library card
Enter your library ID - thehurunuilibraries so it reads www.linkedin.com/learning-login/go/thehurunuilibraries
Then enter your Library card number and PIN

Niche Academy

Unfortunately we no longer have Niche Academy. If you need help with any of our online platforms please contact your nearest library and we will be happy to help.

Movies and Visual Storytelling

Kanopy and Kanopy for Kids

Kanopy is a streaming service where you can watch movies, documentaries and series for free by signing up using your library card and pin number. (If unable to recall your pin please call 03 314 8980 for assistance.)

Watch up to 10 films per month
You have 3 days to watch each film
Kanopy Kids has unlimited plays
"Play credits" reset on the 1st of the month
You can access Kanopy from any device, including iOS, Android, Apple TV, Chromecast, and more! See all supported TV and mobile apps

Access Kanopy

Storybox Library

Imagine the best stories being read aloud to you by our favourite storytellers – well that's Story Box Library! We get kids excited about reading, inspire their imaginations and let them have fun with stories, improving their language and literacy skills along the way. With an ever-growing library, suitable for preschool and primary aged children, it really is Storytime, Anytime!

Access Storybox Library

LOTE4Kids

LOTE4Kids is our new online database of digital books in World Languages, that allows kids to enjoy the magic of books in LOTE (Languages Other Than English). Each book also comes with English translations to help kids learn languages. LOTE4Kids has over 2,000+ digital picture books in 50+ languages, with new books and languages released each month.

Access LOTE4Kids
Search for Hurunui District Library on the home page; and
Login using your library card barcode number
Select a language, and ENJOY A STORY!

LOTE4Kids, is now a fun and easy to use app, available from your device's app store.