WA Public Library Strategy

Have your say on the future of our local libraries

The WA Government is aiming to modernise our State's public library system to better meet the diverse and evolving needs of the community and is seeking the community's input.

The WA Public Library Strategy outlines five priority actions over the next four years, including:

• A single access card and management system that would allow users to borrow an item at any public library in WA;
• New model to support public library service delivery in WA;
• A new model to support regional and remote library services to ensure equal access to library services across the State;
• Improved governance systems, including the development of new legislation to guide public library services; and
• A system to measure and assess the impact and value of public library services on individuals and communities.

The background paper and strategy are intended to be a consultation tool to establish a shared vision for public library development in WA.

The strategy was developed following extensive research and consultation with key partners including the State Library of WA, Public Libraries WA, WA Local Government Association and local government authorities.

It supports recommendations of the State Government's Service Priority Review, which are aimed at reforming the way services are delivered to the WA community. This approach recognises the importance and value of working collaboratively to achieve better outcomes for communities.

Electronic copies of the background paper and strategy, together with a survey to collect feedback, are available at: Have Your Say - WA Public Libraries Strategy

Or via direct link to the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WAPLC

The survey is scheduled to close in 29 March 2018.

For any questions regarding the consultation process please contact: publiclibraryconsultation@slwa.wa.gov.au