Thank you for taking part in the Ruapehu library strategy survey.
 
Your survey responses will help decide the library’s project priorities and help shape the future direction of library services over the next decade.
 
The library strategy aims to deliver services that expand community horizons, enhance access to digital tools and resources, offer a more diverse and relevant service with access to trusted information, and ensure equity of access to library services that reflect the cultural richness of the community.
 
By involving a wide range of perspectives, the library can better understand the unique requirements of different groups and design services that cater to their specific needs, ultimately enriching the lives of all Ruapehu residents.

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* 1. Contact Details

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* 2. Which library(s) do you use?

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* 3. Do you usually live in Ruapehu District?

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* 4. If YES, which township or rural area do you live in?

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* 5. Please rank the following from 1 to 4 in the order you feel would be of most value to least value to the community (1 being most important and 4 being least important)

  1. Extended opening hours  - for example, one late night a week and/or Saturday mornings.
  2. Providing opportunities and programmes for people to experience new technologies and gain new skills including lending digital tech and craft kits.
  3. Development of mobile service, eg. library van, for ease of delivery of books and other resources, programmes and other services into more isolated communities and to those with impaired mobility or housebound. 
  4. Develop/broaden a range of literacy programmes both for youth and adults, including assistance for use of ebooks and online library resources.

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* 6. If a mobile library service was developed, which of these services would be of most value? (please rank from 1 to 4 in order of importance)

  1. A broad range of books to borrow.
  2. ·A portable maker-lab to provide training for and access to 3D printers, Virtual Reality, Robotics etc.
  3. A range of digital items, craft and technology kits available for loan.
  4. Portable  library programmes e.g. digital literacy training, craft workshops.

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* 7. If these services were developed how would you rank them from 1 to 5 in terms of benefit to the community? (1 = most benefit, 5 = least benefit)

  1. After-school children’s activity and holiday programs eg. Lego club, book club, maker-space (technology such as 3D printers, VR, robotics)
  2. Regular activities for pre-school aged children of all ages and developmental stages eg. craft, dance, stories and songs.
  3. Book club type events e.g. Book launches and author visits, a library based/managed book discussion group, writer’s group.
  4. Digital literacy programs eg. navigating the online environment; learning how to use mobile phones, ipads and other devices; learning how to access and use ebooks and the library online databases.
  5. Education and skills programmes - learning from local experts on a wide range of topics e.g. organic gardening,
    recycling, crafts, living skills, making a computer game, local and family history, etc.

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* 8. Any other suggestions or comments?
Any other projects or services you would like to see or feedback on current library services/issues.