How do I join the library?

You can become part of the network and register for free until 1 June 2026 – or email [email protected] if you have questions, offers or requests. After 1 June the annual fee is $30 to borrow items from the library.

And then? How does it work? 

We are open every Saturday morning, 9.00 – midday

How long before I have to return the item? 

We will encourage a turn around of 1 week, longer by agreement. 

What if there is an issue with the tool? 

You won’t be liable for breaking a tool; most items will be free, but we will charge a modest fee for a few specific more expensive items; that should cover those situations, to maintain, repair or replace. Hopefully, most tools will be donated.  

I have some tools to donate, what’s next? 

Come on down on a Saturday, or contact us via e-mail or phone (see below)

How can I help? Get involved?

We’d love to hear from you to chat about your skill set and how you can help. You might want to help on the roster for Saturday mornings, help fix and maintain the tools or offer admin support. You can join the core group, or offer suggestions for the growing wish list of tools, please phone/text Paul on 021 1588949 or email [email protected]. And join our Facebook group 

The library can help you save money by not having to buy new tools – donate and help recycle tools that have been sitting around gathering dust and are not needed anymore. The community library is the place for pre-loved tools to get a new lease of life!

Please call in or contact us by email [email protected] or phone/text Paul on 021 1588949.

We see the library as a place where people share, learn and connect. Sharing resources and skills, connecting through companionship, and learning through helping problem-solve each other’s projects – no matter how big or small.

Paekakariki Tool Library Crew members LtoR: Rene Davies, Doris Zuur, Paul Hancock and Daniel McMillan[/caption