Victoria University Library is recognised for its excellent client-centred services, supportive learning environment and world-class resources.
Library hours and locations
Our libraries are found at three Wellington campuses; Law and Commerce at Pipitea, Architecture and Design at Te Aro, and the main library at Kelburn.
Library hours (under Alert level 2)
| Library | Monday–Friday | Saturday and Sunday |
|---|---|---|
| Kelburn | 8.30am–8pm | 10am–5pm (Saturday) Closed (Sunday) |
| Te Aro | 8.30am–5pm | 10am–5pm (Saturday) Closed (Sunday) |
| Pipitea (Commerce) | 8.30am–5pm | 10am–5pm (Saturday) Closed (Sunday) |
| Pipitea (Law) | 8.30am–5pm | 10am–5pm (Saturday) Closed (Sunday) |
See the Library public holidays
Contact the Library
You are welcome to come and talk to us in person at any of our libraries, or you can reach us by phone or email.
All enquiries
- [email protected]
- +64 4 463 6186
The centralised Library phone is answered during Kelburn opening hours. Campus and team phones may go to voicemail at busy periods or outside core operating hours.
General enquiries received via email are responded to within one working day during core weekday hours (8.30 am–5 pm).
Service centres
Library staff can be consulted at the service centres of each of the libraries during service hours. The service centre at Kelburn Library is an Info Ihonui, located on Level 2.
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Campus library contacts
Kelburn Library
- [email protected]
- +64 4 463 6186
- 21 Kelburn Parade, Kelburn, Wgtn 6012
Architecture and Design Library
- [email protected]
- +64 4 463 6241
- 139 Vivian Street, Te Aro, Wgtn 6011
Commerce Library
- [email protected]
- +64 4 463 7495
- 33 Bunny Street, Pipitea, Wgtn 6011
Law Library
- [email protected]
- +64 4 463 6372
- 15 Lambton Quay, Pipitea, Wgtn 6011
Working at the Library
Considering a career at Victoria University of Wellington’s Library?
If you are:
- a new graduate thinking about your future career
- considering a career change
- a library professional looking for the next step in your career
- looking for interesting part-time or casual work.
The University Library might be for you!
It’s really varied
Our modern academic library is a dynamic and varied place to work with roles available in a wide range of areas including client services, resource and acquisitions, academic support, collection development and management, special collections, project management, and technology.
It’s a great place to work
We have a collaborative culture and support the development of our staff, which makes it a great place to work. But don’t just take our word for it, hear what some of our team members say about working here.
Do I need a library background?
No! In fact our people come from many different backgrounds, including customer service and retail, as well as from other libraries. Some are students or new graduates, others are career-changers who have leapt to the library and information world.
How do I find out more?
When we have positions available, they are advertised on the University’s career site.
If you are interested in finding out more about working in New Zealand’s library and information sectors in general, the LIANZA (Library and Information Association of New Zealand Aotearoa) website provides additional information. We also regularly post our vacancies to the LIANZA vacancies webpage.
If you are interested in finding out more about the programmes Victoria University of Wellington offers in the areas of information studies and information management, the School of Information Management – Te Kura Tiaki, Whakawhiti Kōrero provides additional information.