February 2024
8 Feb 2024 - 11 Dec 2025
11 months, Second Thursday of the month 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A monthly drop-in session for those who need some simple tech help, guidance, or advice!
19 Feb 2024 - 17 Nov 2025
11 months, Third Monday of the month 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
A monthly drop-in session for those who need some simple tech help, guidance, or advice!
July 2025
14 Jul 2025 - 4 Aug 2025
Smartphones and Apps, 4 weekly sessions, Mondays 1-3PM
Better Digital Futures is for older people aged 65+ (Māori & Pasifika 55+) wanting to build their digital skills and online confidence.
18 Jul 2025 - 8 Aug 2025
Every Friday for four weeks
Better Digital Futures is for older people aged 65+ (Māori & Pasifika 55+) wanting to build their digital skills and online confidence.
23 Jul 2025 - 13 Aug 2025
Every Wednesday for four weeks
Better Digital Futures is for older people aged 65+ (Māori & Pasifika 55+) wanting to build their digital skills and online confidence.
Tue 29 Jul 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
Learn how to make photo books online with your precious photos. Snapfish photo books come in different sizes & designs with personalised photo albums for all occasions.
Wed 30 Jul 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
You will learn how to keep yourself and your family safe on the Internet. An essential class for all Internet users.
Wed 30 Jul 2025
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (1 hour)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
30 Jul 2025 - 20 Aug 2025
4 weeks, Wednesdays 1pm-3pm
A free, 4-week course for those who would like to learn more about their smartphone, and how to use it. Suitable for beginners!
Thu 31 Jul 2025
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
31 Jul 2025 - 28 Aug 2025
Engaging Online, 5 weekly sessions, Thursdays 10-12
Better Digital Futures is for older people aged 65+ (Māori & Pasifika 55+) wanting to build their digital skills and online confidence.
Thu 31 Jul 2025
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
August 2025
Fri 1 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
How to use a Chromebook and its online capabilities
Mon 4 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
Mon 4 Aug 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
Learn how to keep safe while enjoying all that the online world has to offer!
Wed 6 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
Learning how to use Google Docs & Microsoft Office to create and access files online.
Thu 7 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
You will learn tips for effective searching on Ancestry.com, including records that are available in the UK and New Zealand.
Thu 7 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Thu 7 Aug 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (1 hour)
We're here to help you prepare for the 3G shutdown. Come along for a free phone check and support to keep you connected.
Thu 7 Aug 2025
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
8 Aug 2025 - 5 Sep 2025
Foundation Skills, 5 weekly sessions, Fridays 10-12
Better Digital Futures is for older people aged 65+ (Māori & Pasifika 55+) wanting to build their digital skills and online confidence.
Fri 8 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
Google Drive is a file storage service created by Google. It allows users to store files in the cloud, share files, and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations with others.
Fri 8 Aug 2025
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM (1 hour)
We're here to help you prepare for the 3G shutdown. Come along for a free phone check and support to keep you connected.
Mon 11 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
Mon 11 Aug 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
Get online, not in line! Learn how to utilise these government services to save you time.
Mon 11 Aug 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
Trade Me is New Zealand's largest online auction and classifieds website. Create an account and learn to navigate the platform to buy and sell items.
Wed 13 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Thu 14 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
You will learn tips for effective searching on Ancestry.com, including records that are available in the UK and New Zealand.
Thu 14 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Thu 14 Aug 2025
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM (2 hours)
Learn how to keep safe while enjoying all that the online world has to offer!
Thu 14 Aug 2025
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Fri 15 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
18 Aug 2025 - 15 Sep 2025
Social Networking, 5 weekly sessions, Mondays 1-3PM
Better Digital Futures is for older people aged 65+ (Māori & Pasifika 55+) wanting to build their digital skills and online confidence.
Mon 18 Aug 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
You will learn what social networking is and how you can participate in some popular social media sites including:
Tue 19 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
Wed 20 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
You will learn how to use digital tools to help you prepare for employment, by creating (or updating) your CV and also a cover letter. Also how to search for jobs online using websites such as Careers NZ, SEEK, TradeMe, Winz etc and attaching your CV to an online application.
Wed 20 Aug 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
The purpose of this workshop is to provide knowledge and confidence to people moving into online banking. No personal financial information is required to participate.
Thu 21 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Thu 21 Aug 2025
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
22 Aug 2025 - 12 Sep 2025
Every Friday for 4 weeks
Better Digital Futures is for older people aged 65+ (Māori & Pasifika 55+) wanting to build their digital skills and online confidence.
Fri 22 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
You will learn what social networking is and how you can participate in some popular social media sites including:
Mon 25 Aug 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
An introductory session exploring AI technology and Chat GPT.
Tue 26 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
Understand what apps are, how to download and navigate them, and find apps that will be of most use to your everyday life.
Wed 27 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
Come and learn about what eResources we offer and how to use them
Wed 27 Aug 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
You will learn how to set up an Email account. This class is intended for people who don't already have an email account. If you have a cell phone please bring this to the class in order to receive a text verification code to set up your email account
Thu 28 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Thu 28 Aug 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
Search the Papers Past database for family history information.
Thu 28 Aug 2025
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Fri 29 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
What digital streaming is and how to access it. Find out how to use free streaming services like TVNZ+, ThreeNow, but also Hoopla, Kanopy and Beamafilm using your library card!
September 2025
Mon 1 Sep 2025
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (1 hour)
Learn about Google Drive, Google Docs in this 1 hour session.
Wed 3 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
Learn about Google Drive, Google Docs in this 1 hour session.
Wed 3 Sep 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
The course covers sending, receiving, replying, and forwarding emails. We also work with email attachments, which is useful if you’ve ever needed to forward an image or a scanned document. Finally, we will get familiar with folders and groups, and learn how to recognize spam and block it.
Thu 4 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Thu 4 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
Thu 4 Sep 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (1 hour)
We're here to help you prepare for the 3G shutdown. Come along for a free phone check and support to keep you connected.
Thu 4 Sep 2025
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Fri 5 Sep 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
An introduction to Microsoft Word. You will learn about basic formatting and how to use Word to create documents.
Fri 5 Sep 2025
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM (1 hour)
We're here to help you prepare for the 3G shutdown. Come along for a free phone check and support to keep you connected.
Mon 8 Sep 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
Struggling to keep track of all your passwords? This session introduces password managers—secure tools that help you store and manage your login details safely and with ease.
Wed 10 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
Wed 10 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
Learn how to make photo books online with your precious photos. Snapfish photo books come in different sizes & designs with personalised photo albums for all occasions.
Wed 10 Sep 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
Did you know you can access 1000’s of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital media for free with your library membership and our eLibrary? Find out everything you need to know to get logged on and reading with our eLibrary at this free information session.
Thu 11 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Thu 11 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
Did you know you can access 1000’s of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital media for free with your library membership and our eLibrary? Find out everything you need to know to get logged on and reading with our eLibrary at this free information session.
Thu 11 Sep 2025
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM (2 hours)
Get online, not in line! Learn how to utilise these government services to save you time.
Thu 11 Sep 2025
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Fri 12 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
You will learn how to keep yourself and your family safe on the Internet. An essential class for all Internet users.
Fri 12 Sep 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (2 hours)
Did you know you can access 1000’s of eBooks, eAudiobooks and digital media for free with your library membership and our eLibrary? Find out everything you need to know to get logged on and reading with our eLibrary at this free information session.
Fri 12 Sep 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
Mon 15 Sep 2025
9:15 AM - 11:15 AM (2 hours)
An opportunity to cover some of the more technical or unusual requests
Mon 15 Sep 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
You will learn how to create and use a Facebook account.
Mon 15 Sep 2025
1:15 PM - 3:15 PM (2 hours)
An opportunity to cover some of the more technical or unusual requests
Tue 16 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
Learn how to make photo books online with your precious photos. Snapfish photo books come in different sizes & designs with personalised photo albums for all occasions.
Wed 17 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (1 hour)
What digital streaming is and how to access it. Find out how to use free streaming services like TVNZ+, ThreeNow, but also Hoopla, Kanopy and Beamafilm using your library card!
Wed 17 Sep 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)
Learn how to keep safe while enjoying all that the online world has to offer!
Thu 18 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Thu 18 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
This course will help you manage and share your photos from your camera and/or Smartphone
Thu 18 Sep 2025
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM (15 minutes)
Digital drop-in session for any digital queries about phones, laptops, emails, using the internet etc. Whatever it might be, if you have any digi-questions, come along and ask our friendly staff. Please bring along your device to the session.
Fri 19 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (2 hours)
It doesn't matter which brand of smartphone or tablet you have, this class will help you with the basic functions common to all smartphone or tablet types.
Mon 29 Sep 2025
9:15 AM - 11:15 AM (2 hours)
An introduction to your smart phone.
Mon 29 Sep 2025
1:15 PM - 3:15 PM (2 hours)
An introduction to your smart phone.
October 2025
Thu 2 Oct 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (1 hour)
We're here to help you prepare for the 3G shutdown. Come along for a free phone check and support to keep you connected.
Mon 6 Oct 2025
9:15 AM - 11:15 AM (2 hours)
Follows on from Smartphones 101.
Mon 6 Oct 2025
1:15 PM - 3:15 PM (2 hours)
Follows on from Smartphones 101.