(30 May 2024) Auckland Libraries will no longer print identifiable names on paper slips due to privacy concerns. The largest library network in the country changed its hold pick-up process to an anonymized collections system this week. Holds are now placed on numbered shelves in the pick-up area of every Auckland library. Customers will…
(22 Jul 2019) The Auckland Libraries offer a plethora of services that will help build the future in digital, community, youth and Māori Services. Auckland Libraries is not just the buildings. It is about the digital experience, making it accessible and innovative. The digital services are as follows: eCollections and eReading eReading app Accessing heritage online More…
(29 August 2017) The new Auckland Libraries website is now live, delivering an easy to use, mobile-first web experience that reflects the diversity of Auckland. Mirla Edmundson, General Manager Libraries and Information, says that the new site signals a new milestone in customer service. “The current website has up to 20,000 views a day, and…
(9 November 2016) The Library Director is a senior strategic position. They will provide leadership in delivering a contemporary Library service in a brand new purpose-build space; contributing significantly to successful outcomes in teaching, learning and research. The position reports to an executive team member, and will deliver high-level academic and operational strategic imperatives. The…
(29 October 2015) More than 12 million patrons of Auckland Libraries — the largest library group in Australasia – can now access the libraries’ resources which include more than 100 databases and over 3.5 million items such as physical books, eBooks, and eAudio books, anytime, anywhere from any mobile device. More here.
(17 November 2014, Emeryville, CA) Innovative announced today that Auckland Libraries (New Zealand) will upgrade to the Sierra Library Services Platform from Innovative’s Millennium ILS. With over 470,000 registered card holders and 55 branches, it is the largest public library system in Australasia. Auckland Libraries holds 3.5 million items with an annual circulation of 17…
Keep up to date with what’s happening in libraries in the region. If you have a conference to announce, please send its details to [email protected]. A searchable version of this list which includes conferences held in the past ten years is here. 2025 June 2025 19th CONSAL New! General Conference & Meeting 2025 takes place 16-19…