If you are interested in helping the programme out and have library experience, but are not sure about being a coach, you will receive training on how to be an effective coach. The coaching can be run in person, video conference or phone. Here are three profiles of coaches that have joined the programme who might inspire you to find out more about being a coach yourself – visit seek.co.nz
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Taitu Lamessa
 
Taitu is the library manager at Eastbourne Library in Lower Hutt. She started out as a librarian at Kisama Africa University College and after a number of years of experience became the head librarian at the Royal University College in Ethiopia. Now part of Hutt City Libraries, Taitu leads the front-line customer service staff and the library’s layout to ensure a high standard is being delivered to their customers. Taitu has previously developed many programmes in the local community; she supports her colleagues in on-going programme design and delivery to ensure there is something of relevance for the community throughout Hutt City, which will provide insight for NZLPP participants working on their initiatives.
 
Taitu says, "It is when we support each other that we grow into our best self throughout our career. The NZLPP provides us with a nest to come together to support, nurture and uplift each other to our best selves. Professionally supporting each other by being part of a programme like this, equips us with great tool to go out and serve the community.  I am excited to be part of this journey, to see the coachees as well as the coaches grow together and leaving the nest feeling a bit taller."

Dyane Hosler
 
Dyane is the Puke Ariki Libraries Manager, based in New Plymouth. She has been involved in a number of significant library projects over the past 10 years including  post the Canterbury earthquakes (when based in Christchurch) and, more recently, the Puke Ariki strategic developments. Through these projects and others, Dyane has been a leader, driving for continuous improvement, with a keen focus on future growth of staff and always bringing the team on the journey.

Dyane says, "We need to develop our staff, so they are resilient to changing community needs and council requirements. Our staff and teams are our greatest taonga."

Hilary Mercer
 
Hilary is a digital librarian at Ko Taku Reo Deaf Education New Zealand and has previously worked in human resources, information security and libraries. She is passionate about libraries, and the communities they serve. Cognisant of contemporary information and library issues, Hilary is committed to life-long learning in the areas of technology and library services in order to remain current in the profession. Hilary’s previous roles have provided a broad range of transferable skills and knowledge including leading major projects such as creating a specialised digital library and eResources, an annual reading challenge, staff training, STEAM, kidsfest and many more.

Hilary says, "The NZLPP is a fantastic initiative that I am excited to be involved with.  I am looking forward to sharing my skills and expertise to coach and support library staff members to achieve their goals."

​I want to work with you as LIANZA President to advocate for all that we do, lift up your voices, so they can be heard far and wide. I plan to work closely with our friends across the GLAMR sector to tackle some of the big challenges we face such as decolonizing our cultural institutions and meaningfully honoring Te Tiriti o Waitangi. 

Collectively we have the people power, expertise, creativity and networks to do just about anything. LIANZA is your professional association, it is us. As President I will work hard to make every member feel valued, to thrive and for LIANZA to flourish as a professional association. 
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On Twitter: @kimtairi

My name is Kim Taunga and my Dad was born in Rarotonga and my Mum has Irish whakapapa. I was born in Auckland, grew up in New Plymouth and live in Grey Lynn. I work at Auckland Council and Auckland Libraries and right now work as the Head of Community Libraries South and East with a team which look after 27 of our community libraries. (I also love sports -ocean swimming, triathlons, anything really and dogs and riding bikes with kids and sometimes a party or two).

Below you can read a little more about my LIANZA and work history, but, anything I may have contributed to over the years has only been achieved with the help and generosity of numerous other people in teams, committees and working groups. It’s been so much fun and I have more to give! I would be grateful for your vote so that as LIANZA President I can work with the Tumuaki and whānau of Te Rōpū Whakahau, the Pasifika Information network, LIANZA Council and our entire sector to contribute to enabling the wellbeing and successes of our communities and the future of our profession and organisation.

My team and I look after half of the 55 community libraries in Tāmaki Makaurau as part of the Connected Communities department. We are amidst a change process right now so my role is about to change to look after libraries, as well as the Council-led community centres and art galleries in one of three areas in Tāmaki Makaurau. I’ve worked mostly in the Auckland region in Manukau, North Shore, Papakura and since all the councils amalgamated in 2010, in Auckland. I also worked for Christchurch City Libraries for a little while which was super fun at New Brighton and Shirley libraries and how I got to know our current LIANZA President-elect Erica Rankin.

I have been a a LIANZA member since I was a library assistant when my first manager took me to a branch meeting back in the 90’s! I have an Associateship and have been chair of the LIANZA Hikuwai chair and Hikuwai regional councillor for a couple of terms as well as holding the social portfolio on several LIANZA conference committees (current president Anahera Morehu was on most of those committees with me too).

I was  around when LIANZA was NZLA, since before Te Rōpū Whakahau existed (there was a Bicultural Special Interest Group which I was on the commitee of) and before the Pasifika (PIMN) Community was formed. So, yep, I’ve seen some things, worked with some awesome people, and had the opportunity to contribute to some stuff. I look at the list of LIANZA presidents and realise I have been lectured by and worked for and with so many people on that list, very humbling to even think about joining it.

I’m proud to be part of an organisation with such a long history and which supports meaningful values and work. If as President I can serve you and help move LIANZA move forward and remain vital and relevant then excellent! Thanks for being a LIANZA member and, President or not I hope to see you or e-see you at a LIANZA gathering soon.

On Twitter:  @kimiidrene ​

“For our community, Wikipedia is often their first port of call for knowledge. As information professionals, it would be great if we were all able to fix mistakes or inaccuracies in Wikipedia, and add references that point readers to works in our collections for more information.” Dr Mike Dickison, Digital Discovery Librarian, Westland District Library.

More information on the #1Lib1Ref campaign can be found here.

A number of drop-in online sessions for librarians between May 18 and June 4 where tutors can guide librarians through the process of adding references to Wikipedia. You can find details of the sessions here.

We encourage all librarians and information 'whisperers'  to get involved !

​The OverDrive Resource Center is your marketing pit stop for everything you need to promote your digital collection to end users. And we’re continuously improving our offerings to provide simple, attractive and easy-to-print options that effectively connect your patrons to your digital library.

Finding the right resource for your needs
You already know how important it is to get the word out about your digital collection. We’ve made it as easy as possible with fresh, new resources posted monthly to the Resource Center. When you need a festive flyer to promote an upcoming holiday, go to the Trending tab. If you want a poster to advertise all those new Marvel Comics you just added to your collection, you go to Print-Ready. 

For custom pieces, our team of in-house graphic designers has worked with libraries across the globe to create one-of-a-kind pieces like these for book clubs, special events, trainings or to promote special collections.
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If you’d like to customize marketing materials for your library, contact your OverDrive Account Manager and our team of marketing professionals and designers would be happy to create a custom design or even brainstorm new ideas with you. Design work is always free of charge and we can help coordinate printing and shipping on your behalf.
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