BATHURST Library members will be able to borrow new items even while the main building remains closed when the "select and collect" service returns from next week.
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Mayor Ian North says a contactless pick-up system will operate from the foyer.
Those wanting to use the service are asked to select and reserve items on the library online catalogue; call or email the library to initiate the service (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm); and then collect the items.
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The library says available reserved items will be gathered by library staff and an SMS or phone call will tell members when their items are ready for collection.
The contactless collection point will operate from the library/gallery foyer from Monday to Friday, 1-4pm.
Members are asked to follow social distancing guidelines when using the select and collect service and stay home if they are unwell.
Returns can be placed in the chute at the front of the library at any time.
Members will need to bring identification and will need to check in using the Service NSW COVIDSafe check-in.
Library services manager Patou Clerc said she encourages the community to also explore the library website which offers a wealth of resources.
"Existing library members already have access to the eLibrary. If you are not already a library member, you can still access the online collections during lockdown by joining as a temporary eMember on our website," she said.
"This is a temporary membership, but it can be easily transferred to a full membership when the library doors open again".
Library members can reserve items now and can call to initiate the select and collect service from next Wednesday, September 29.
Select and collect will replace the Bathurst Library lockdown delivery service to homes in the Bathurst town area.
The last day to request a delivery is Tuesday, September 28, with the last delivery on Thursday, September 30.
For more information about select and collect or other library services, call 6333 6281 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, or email library@bathurst.nsw.gov.au.