Brought to you in collaboration with Ōtorohanga District Libraries...

Take part in our fabulously fantastic Terrific Tales - Winter Reading Programme!

This Challenge begins on 1 June 2025 and ends 31 August 2025!

Open to all ages with fun challenges to complete and 3 Grand prizes to be won, plus spot prizes drawn twice a month! Its sure to be a lot of fun!!!

Pick up your postcard of challenges from the library today! 

We can't wait for you to join...

Some Helpful Information

Who can enter?

Everyone and anyone who resides in the Waitomo or Ōtorohanga Districts whether you're 0 - 110.

Do I need to have a library card?

No. You do not need to be a member of the library to be eligible to enter.

Where can I get a postcard entry form?

You can pick up a postcard from Waitomo District Library, any of the libraries in the Ōtorohanga District or download a copy here (PDF 5.47 MB). 

How do I enter for the prize draw?

Bring your completed postcard into any of the libraries, show one of the library staff and receive a postage stamp. You are now ready to post it into the entry boxes to be in the draw to win.

How many entries in the prize draw am I allowed?

You may enter as many times as you like, but do note that some of the challenges can only be completed once (like signing up to the 'Be a Reading Machine - Terrific Tale' reading challenge in Beanstack). 

What are the prizes? 

The prizes include:

• Random Spot prizes (if you win a spot prize, you will still be in the draw for the grand prizes)
• A Grand Prize for those 18 yrs+
• A Grand Prize for those aged 0- 18yrs
• A 'family' Grand Prize that all completed entries will be eligible for.

* Please note: Waitomo Districts prizes will differ from Ōtorohanga Districts.*

When will the winners be drawn?

Spot Prizes: Twice a month. 1 entry will be randomly picked from the 18yrs+ mailbox, and 1 entry from the under 18yrs mailbox. These winners will be notified. 

Grand Prizes: The grand prizes will be randomly drawn in the week following the close of the competition and the winners will be notified.  

My Child is too young to complete the reading experiences on their own - are they still able to enter?

Yes. The emphasis this year is on encouraging shared family experiences - your preschoolers will obviously be having these experiences alongside an adult.  Have fun together as you celebrate the joy of reading!

What if I have more questions?

Contact us on 07 878 1028 or [email protected] and we can answer your questions!  

Terms and Conditions

• The Terrific Tales Winter Reading Challenge is open for all those residing in Waitomo or Ōtorohanga Districts. 
• Library staff cannot enter, but their families are welcome to.
• The competition is open between 1 June 2025 and 31 August 2025.
• Entries must be returned to the Waitomo District Library or any of the Ōtorohanga District Library's by 12 noon Monday 1 September 2025. 
• Prize allocation is at the discretion of the Waitomo and Ōtorohanga District Councils. All decisions are final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
• Entries must have:
  • All correct contact details
  • at least 3 completed challenges ticked off
  • and have a completion postage stamp.