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Hastings District Libraries is a network of public libraries serving the Hastings District in New Zealand. The network comprises seven libraries located in Hastings, Havelock North, Flaxmere, Clive, Waimarama, Waipawa, and Otane.
Services
Hastings District Libraries offer a wide range of services to the community, including:
* Book lending
* E-book and audiobook lending
* Interlibrary loans
* Reference and research services
* Computer and internet access
* Free Wi-Fi
* Meeting rooms
* Community events and programs
Collections
The Hastings District Libraries collection includes over 300,000 items, including:
* Books
* E-books
* Audiobooks
* DVDs
* CDs
* Magazines
* Newspapers
The libraries also have a special collection of local history materials, including books, photographs, and documents.
History
The first library in the Hastings District was established in 1876 in the town of Hastings. The library was originally housed in a small room in the town hall. In 1913, the library moved to a new building on Russell Street. In 1963, the library moved to its current location on Heretaunga Street.
The Havelock North Library was established in 1921. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Havelock North Town Hall. In 1967, the library moved to a new building on Te Mata Road.
The Flaxmere Library was established in 1972. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Flaxmere Community Centre. In 1996, the library moved to a new building on Flaxmere Avenue.
The Clive Library was established in 1975. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Clive Community Centre. In 2002, the library moved to a new building on Main Road.
The Waimarama Library was established in 1981. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Waimarama Community Centre. In 2006, the library moved to a new building on Waimarama Road.
The Waipawa Library was established in 1984. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Waipawa Community Centre. In 2009, the library moved to a new building on Ruataniwha Street.
The Otane Library was established in 1987. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Otane Community Centre. In 2012, the library moved to a new building on Main Road.
Governance
Hastings District Libraries is governed by a board of trustees appointed by the Hastings District Council. The board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the libraries and overseeing their operation.
Funding
Hastings District Libraries is funded by a combination of sources, including:
* Rates
* Government grants
* Library fines
* Donations
Contact Information
Hastings District Libraries
101 Heretaunga Street
Hastings 4122
New Zealand
Phone: 06 871 5000
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.hdc.govt.nz/libraries
Access Hastings District Libraries from your Android phone or tablet. Manage your account, search the catalogue, renew and reserve books
Hastings District Libraries is a network of public libraries serving the Hastings District in New Zealand. The network comprises seven libraries located in Hastings, Havelock North, Flaxmere, Clive, Waimarama, Waipawa, and Otane.
Services
Hastings District Libraries offer a wide range of services to the community, including:
* Book lending
* E-book and audiobook lending
* Interlibrary loans
* Reference and research services
* Computer and internet access
* Free Wi-Fi
* Meeting rooms
* Community events and programs
Collections
The Hastings District Libraries collection includes over 300,000 items, including:
* Books
* E-books
* Audiobooks
* DVDs
* CDs
* Magazines
* Newspapers
The libraries also have a special collection of local history materials, including books, photographs, and documents.
History
The first library in the Hastings District was established in 1876 in the town of Hastings. The library was originally housed in a small room in the town hall. In 1913, the library moved to a new building on Russell Street. In 1963, the library moved to its current location on Heretaunga Street.
The Havelock North Library was established in 1921. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Havelock North Town Hall. In 1967, the library moved to a new building on Te Mata Road.
The Flaxmere Library was established in 1972. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Flaxmere Community Centre. In 1996, the library moved to a new building on Flaxmere Avenue.
The Clive Library was established in 1975. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Clive Community Centre. In 2002, the library moved to a new building on Main Road.
The Waimarama Library was established in 1981. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Waimarama Community Centre. In 2006, the library moved to a new building on Waimarama Road.
The Waipawa Library was established in 1984. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Waipawa Community Centre. In 2009, the library moved to a new building on Ruataniwha Street.
The Otane Library was established in 1987. The library was originally housed in a small room in the Otane Community Centre. In 2012, the library moved to a new building on Main Road.
Governance
Hastings District Libraries is governed by a board of trustees appointed by the Hastings District Council. The board is responsible for setting the strategic direction of the libraries and overseeing their operation.
Funding
Hastings District Libraries is funded by a combination of sources, including:
* Rates
* Government grants
* Library fines
* Donations
Contact Information
Hastings District Libraries
101 Heretaunga Street
Hastings 4122
New Zealand
Phone: 06 871 5000
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.hdc.govt.nz/libraries
