Te Iho o Te Manawataki | Library
Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Iho o Te Manawataki. Welcome to the Library, the beating heart of the University of Waikato.
Library Search
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Support for
Students
Nau Mai guides introduce library essentials and services, and additional guides support learning library skills and your academic journey.
Postgraduate Students
Whether you're new to the Library or starting advanced research, you’ll find the right support here, from essential guides to specialised postgraduate resources.
Researchers
Library support for your research, including publishing advice, open research guidance, and specialist help.
Library essentials
Find books and online resources, borrow or request items (including AV), use study spaces and facilities, and see what you can access as a Library member.
Guides and workshops
Workshops
Check the calendar for upcoming Library workshops to learn study and research skills. Sessions run throughout the year and are available online and in person.
Subject Guides
Start with your Subject Guide to find the best databases, books, and resources for your subject.
Tools and Strategies
We have a range of guides on library skills and tools to help you with every step of your academic journey.
Referencing & APA guidance
Our collections and repository
Mātangireia
A resource hub of Māori, Pacific, Aotearoa, and Indigenous knowledge for study and research.
Research Commons
The University of Waikato’s open access research repository for publications and theses produced by its academics and students.
O Neherā
Digital collections of historical images, documents, and first-hand accounts relating to Waikato and Aotearoa New Zealand.
Nga Taonga o Te Iho o Te Manawataki
Since 1964, the University of Waikato has been kaitiaki of taonga held by the University Library, including significant cultural and art collections.
Nga Taonga o Māhi Māreikura
The Mahi Māreikura room is dedicated primarily for the display and conservation of the collected taonga and works of the late Dr. Pei te Hurinui Jones.
University Art Collection
A collection of over 600 artworks, featuring contemporary art and taonga in diverse media.
About Te Iho o Te Manawataki
This name breathes life into our vision of the Library as a dynamic hub, where knowledge, ideas and people connect and flourish.
Library Hours
Hamilton (Te Manawa)
Monday–Friday: 8am–6pm
Saturday: 11am–3pm
Sunday: CLOSED
Tauranga
Drop-in support
Tuesday–Thursday: 11am–1pm (Level 1 Hub)
Or by appointment
Teaching Resources
Closed (relocation in progress).
Online help (chat)
Monday–Friday: 8am–5pm
Saturday: 11am–3pm
Hamilton (Te Manawa)
Monday–Friday: 8am–6pm
Saturday–Sunday: 11am–3pm
Tauranga
Drop-in support
Tuesday–Thursday: 11am–1pm (Level 1 Hub)
Or by appointment
Teaching Resources
Closed (relocation in progress).
Online help (chat)
Monday–Friday: 8am–5pm
Saturday: 11am–3pm
The Library is closed on the following days (unless otherwise advised):
New Year’s Day — Thu 1 Jan
Day after New Year’s Day — Fri 2 Jan
Auckland Anniversary Day — Mon 26 Jan
Waitangi Day — Fri 6 Feb
Good Friday — Fri 3 Apr
Easter Monday — Mon 6 Apr
University Holiday — Tue 7 Apr
ANZAC Day (observed) — Mon 27 Apr
King’s Birthday — Mon 1 Jun
Matariki — Fri 10 Jul
Labour Day — Mon 26 Oct
There are no Library staff on duty after hours. Security services are available at all times for emergencies and after-hours assistance.
Hamilton Campus
Call +64 7 838 4444
(From an on-campus landline, dial 4444)
Tauranga Campus
Call +64 22 013 0840
Contact us
If you need assistance with research, assignment help, or have any general enquiries, feel free to contact the library. We're here to help!