Joining The Library

How to join

Membership of the Timaru District Libraries is free for all residents and ratepayers of the Timaru District.

Please bring proof of address eg Rates Account, Electricity Account, Bank Statement etc and identification when joining the Library eg Drivers Licence, Passport, Bank Card etc. For a full list of suitable ID see below.

Your Library card ensures that you can borrow from any of the District Libraries at Timaru, Temuka and Geraldine. There is no limit to the number of books you can borrow.

To speed the joining process you can print off a copy of the membership form and have it ready before you arrive at the Library if you wish.

icon Adult 18 yrs+ (8.56 kB)
icon Young Adult 14-18 yrs (7.8 kB)
icon Child 0-13 yrs (7.44 kB)

Subscription Members

If you do not qualify for free membership to the Timaru District Libraries you can pay an annual subscription to join.

Subscription Charges

12 months = $97.50

icon Subscription Form (8.56 kB)

Visitor Membership

Visitors to the region are able to join the Library on a temporary basis (by paying a $15 refundable deposit) with restricted borrowing rights.

icon Visitors Form (7.5 kB)

Suitable Identification for Joining the Library

♦ Bank Card (with signature)	♦ Listed in the Local Electoral Roll
♦ Birth Certificate	♦ Over 18 ID Card
♦ Community Services Card	♦ Other Student ID
♦ Drivers Licence	♦ Passport
♦ Electricity Invoice	♦ Polytech Student ID
♦ Gun Licence	♦ Rates Invoice
♦ Listed in the Local Telephone Directory