From 1 November, the 55 libraries within the Auckland region will join together and be known as Auckland Libraries. You can borrow from and return to any of the 55 libraries. Youll enjoy better services and benefits right across Auckland.
From 1 November, you can use your library card at Auckland Libraries to access approximately 3.5 million items including fiction and non-fiction books, CDs, DVDs, console games, audio books, foreign language and reference materials, plus over 100 eResources providing access to the worlds information.
Borrowing fees and loan periods will be consistent across the 55 libraries.
 Free membership
There will be no joining or membership fees for residents of Auckland. Everything is free to borrow except for bestsellers and rental items (DVDs, CDs, console games). Charges on childrens or teens overdue books or items no longer apply except for rental collections. Audio books will be free to borrow.
Out-of-zone subscriptions
The subscription fee for residents living outside the boundaries of Auckland Council from 1 November is $160 per annum.
Existing loans
Items borrowed before 1 November will be subject to existing terms. If renewed after 1 November the new terms and conditions will apply.
New overdue fees and how to avoid them
Any items borrowed or renewed after 1 November will be on the new borrowing terms. Overdue fees for an adult book will increase to 50 cents per day. Borrowing a bestseller book remains at $5.
Reminder notices is a free email service to help you manage your borrowing. It will be available region-wide from 1 November. With this service, you get a reminder email advising of any items due back in 3 days. You then have the choice of renewing the item, or returning it by its due date. This service is currently available in Auckland, Franklin, Manukau, Papakura, North Shore and Rodney.
Look out for colourful posters and leaflets now available at your library. More information will be available from 1 November. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please ask your librarian.
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