Library Services

The Timaru, Temuka and Geraldine Libraries deliver a wide range of services to Library users.

Library Elf

Library Elf is a free email service that tracks your Library items. Do you want to reduce overdues? Do you have a family with children and lots of books? Do you request a lot of holds?

If you have answered 'yes' to any of these questions, Library Elf might be a good solution for you and your family.
Receive – email alerts before items are due, email alerts on reserves ready to collect, a complete list of your family’s loans and reserves.

Sign up at http://www.libraryelf.com/

Library Internet

Need to send an email or search the Internet??

Timaru District Libraries are part of the Aotearoa People’s Network Kaharoa which provides free access to the Internet and a wide range of applications, from Microsoft Office to Skype. These computers also have CD and DVD drivers and USB ports to allow you to download and upload your information.

Library Community Noticeboard

You can put a poster or notice up on our Community Notice Board if it is a Community based event. (Please note this service is available for non-profit groups only).

Library Tours

Have you ever wondered what really goes on in the Library, behind the scenes and the workroom doors!!

Here's your chance to find out - Library tours are available to Community Groups (including a visit to the "dungeon!").

Ask at the Help Desk for more details.

Library Display Cases

The Timaru Library houses 3 display cases that belong to the Timaru Arts Council.

These cases are available to groups for use in displaying items.

Bookings are essential.

Contact the Library for more details.

Library Displays

Are you a non-profit group wanting to get noticed?

The Library Displays Boards are an ideal opportunity to get your message out to the community. Please note:

There is no charge for Community Groups
The available Displays Boards (2) are in the Library Foyer
Displays should be suitable for the general public
Advance bookings are essential

Bookings are for 1 week (Monday - Sunday)

Library Fax

Need to send a fax??

We can do it for you!!

Charges:

Click here for Library Fees and Charges

Library Photocopying

Need something photocopied??

Black and white copying and Colour copying available

Click here for Library Fees and Charges

Library Information / Reference Service

Need to get some info??

We are happy to help!!

If you are unable to find what you need, please ask at the Help Desk. Whether you need help locating an item on the shelf; a telephone number; a contact for a local club; help with searching on the OPAC Library Catalogue - remember we can help you.

Library Housebound Service

If you are confined to your place of residence (either your own home, a rest home or a special accommodation home) or have difficultly getting about and cannot come to the Library we can provide a free Library delivery / collection service direct to your door.