About Our Libraries

Pahiatua Library built by the Jaques Bros in 1963. This building housed both Borough Council Chambers and Library and is situated on the corner of Kiwi and Main Streets. The previous librarians who worked in this building were Mrs Kath Beech, Miss Nancy Barnes, Mrs Pam Parkes with the assistance of Mrs Elaine Perry, Toni Higginson, and Wyn Davidson. Mrs Parkes became librarian in 1992 and on her retirement, Wyn Davidson was appointed to this position, assisted by Mrs Diane Chapman and Mrs Margaret Allardice, (since retired). The library has seen many changes