Connecting Communities Across the District

MCHL regularly visits with books and resources to our community libraries located in Āpiti, Himatangi, Kimbolton, Pohangina, Rongotea, and Tangimoana ensuring the collections are regularly updated. These libraries are operated by community volunteers, with their own collections alongside the materials MCHL regularly provides. Their opening hours may vary, but each plays a valued role in local connection.

Among these special places is the Kimbolton Library, a true local treasure. Housed in one of New Zealand’s smallest library buildings, this one room cottage was built prior to 1900 but became a public library in 1927. Despite its modest size, the Kimbolton Library continues to serve its community with charm nearly a century later. Earlier this year, the library adopted a new access system through MCHL’s Open Plus initiative, allowing members to use their library card rather than a key. This upgrade offers a more convenient and secure way to gain access, reflecting MCHL’s commitment to innovation while preserving the character and history of our libraries.

Kimbolton Library is now open from 9am to 9pm, Monday to Sunday, for enrolled Open Plus members. Those wishing to utilise Kimbolton Library can sign up at MCHL at 64 Stafford Street, Feilding, during staffed hours. MCHL continues to ensure that even the smallest towns have access to books and resources with the essential help of our valued volunteers at each community library offering a welcoming space and access to literacy and learning.

For opening hours and more information on the six community libraries, visit our website:

Manawatū Community Libraries | Manawatū Community Hub Libraries

Kimbolton Library is one of the local Manawatū Community Libraries, this one room cottage was built prior to 1900 and became a public library in 1927.