Locate the item
- Use the catalogue to find out what is available in our libraries
- If you are not sure how to locate the item please ask at one of the desks
- If an item is checked out you can place a hold on it
Placing holds
- You can place a hold on an item using a computer in the library or via the Internet. You may also phone in your hold or ask a staff member at the desk to place it for you.
- First look up the item in the catalogue, click on 'Request this copy' or 'Request first available copy'.
Barcode number
Enter all 14 digits of your library barcode number.
PIN
The default PIN is 1234. You can change this once you've logged in by selecting 'Profile' from the menu bar.
If you need an item we do not have it may be possible to borrow it from another library or purchase it for our collection.
Borrow the item
- Items are issued at either our check-out desk or at Te Puke and Katikati libraries you can use the self issue machines.
- Books and puzzles are issued for 3 weeks.
- Music CDs and Top Shelf (Bestsellers) are issued for 2 weeks
- DVDs (and any videos) are issued for 1 week.
- Magazines are issued for 1 week.
- Audio books are issued for 2 weeks.
Renewals
You can renew most items twice by phone at any of the libraries or by accessing your My Library Account, unless it is on the reserve list.