Alert Level 1 information
Library services in Alert Level 1
All Taupō District libraries are open at Alert Level 1. Library issues, returns and holds are operating as usual and there will be a staged return of other services, as outlined below.
In line with the Government’s guidance regarding Alert Level 1, we will no longer require visitors to adhere to physical distancing guidelines at any of our facilities and venues. Posters with QR codes will be on display in our buildings to help everybody keep track of where they’ve been.
Opening hours
Opening hours remain the same at Turangi Library but will be reduced at Mangakino Library and Taupō Library with Taupō Library closing at the earlier time of 5.30pm on Thursdays.
Find out more about our opening hours
Borrowing and returning items
Library issues, returns and holds (reserves) are operating as usual. Normal lending periods, fines and fees apply from our reopening date of Monday 18 May.
Please be aware fines and fees for items borrowed prior to lockdown will not apply for the period the library was closed. You have to 30 June 2020 to return these items.
Library items can be returned during opening hours at all three libraries or using after hours book return slots at Taupō and Turangi Libraries.
Staged return of library services
| Service | Status / details |
|---|---|
| APNK Public Computers and printing services | Available from Tuesday, 9 June at Taupō, Turangi and Mangakino libraries. |
| Free WiFi access | Available from Monday, 15 June at Taupō,
Turangi and Mangakino libraries.
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| Group visits | School and Early Childcare Centre group visits are available by arrangement. |
| Programmes | > Toddler Time at Taupō Library: will resume on
Wednesday, 17 June at 10.30am.
> Tiny Toes at Turangi Library: cancelled until further notice. |
| Meeting rooms | Available from Monday, 15 June. |
| Partner programmes | > Justice of the Peace drop-in sessions will
resume on Thursday, 18 June (Taupō Library 12-2pm and Turangi Library 12.30-1.30pm).
> Computer help for seniors at Taupō Library will
resume on Thursday, 18 June from 2-4pm.
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eBooks, eAudiobooks and Online Resources
Library members can continue to download e-Books, e-Audiobooks and many of our Online Resources for free.
Visiting your library
Here are some things that you can do to keep your visit to the library safe for you and others:
- Please do not visit the library if you feel unwell.
- Keep a record of where you have been for contact tracing purposes. Information about the Government NZ Covid Tracer app can be found here.
- Follow Covid-19 hygiene advice including handwashing/sanitising and coughing/sneezing into your sleeve/tissue.
- While cash payment will be accepted, use of EFTPOS or Paywave is preferred.
Enquiries
If you have any queries about your account or would like help using our online services, please contact us on 07-376 0899 or email taupolibrary@taupo.govt.nz.
