Cummings Park Library is the community library serving Ngaio and the surrounding green hill suburbs of northern Wellington. Located at 1 Ottawa Road in Ngaio, it’s a compact neighbourhood branch with free wifi, computer access, and a handy after-hours return chute. It’s one of the few Wellington City Libraries branches that holds a full set of current New Zealand electoral rolls, making it a useful stop for genealogists and those checking voter registration.
Practical Information
| Address | 1 Ottawa Road, Ngaio, Wellington |
|---|---|
| Phone | 04 479 2344 |
| Monday | 10am – 8pm |
| Tuesday – Friday | 10am – 5:30pm |
| Saturday | 10am – 12:30pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Cost | Free entry; EFTPOS for printing |
| Parking | Free parking available |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance |
| After-hours returns | Return chute available |
About Cummings Park Library
Cummings Park Library sits within the Cummings Park reserve in Ngaio, one of Wellington’s leafy northern hill suburbs. The suburb is reached from the city via Ngaio Gorge, a winding road through bush-lined hillsides, and has a settled, neighbourhood feel. The library is a modest community facility that punches above its size — the extended Monday evening hours make it useful for those who work during the day, and the free parking makes it more accessible than inner-city branches.
Ngaio is also well served by the Johnsonville Line train, with Ngaio station a short walk from the library. The area is predominantly residential with a small shopping village along Ottawa Road nearby.
Collections and Services
The library carries the standard Wellington City Libraries collection — fiction and non-fiction, children’s books, audiovisual items, and magazines. Its standout resource is a full set of current New Zealand electoral rolls, a reference item not available at all branches. Free wifi and public computer access are available, along with printing, photocopying, and scanning. The after-hours return chute allows items to be returned at any time.
Where to Learn More
Wellington City Libraries — Cummings Park Library: Official page with current opening hours, upcoming programmes, and collection details for the Ngaio branch.
Wellington City Libraries — Opening Hours: Full opening hours for all branches, including any holiday variations or temporary closures.
FAQ
Where is Cummings Park Library?
At 1 Ottawa Road, Ngaio, Wellington — within Cummings Park reserve. Ngaio is reached via Ngaio Gorge from the city, or by the Johnsonville Line train to Ngaio station.
What are the opening hours?
Monday 10am-8pm, Tuesday to Friday 10am-5:30pm, Saturday 10am-12:30pm. Closed Sunday and public holidays.
Is there parking?
Yes, free parking is available at the library. The car park includes a wheelchair-accessible space.
Do they have the New Zealand electoral rolls?
Yes — Cummings Park Library holds a complete set of current NZ electoral rolls, one of the few Wellington branches to do so. These are useful for research, genealogy, and checking voter registration.
Can I return items after hours?
Yes. The library has an after-hours return chute for returning borrowed items at any time.
Is wifi available?
Yes, free wifi and public computer access are available. Printing, photocopying, and scanning are available on an EFTPOS basis.
Explore more things to do on the Things to Do in Wellington page, or read about the nearby Johnsonville Library at Waitohi and Karori Library.