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Berwick library to be transformed

19 October 2005

Services on the Berwick campus are being transformed with the creation of new Library and Learning Commons, due for completion by February 2006.

The new facilities will incorporate the Berwick Library, the ITS computer labs and service desk, and a room for IT and library training.

Library project coordinator Ms Janette Burke said the project aimed to provide a better, more convenient service and facility for users.

"Staff at the combined service desk will provide answers to both library and IT questions, and the Commons will provide resources, both electronic and print, in a single, purpose-built space," Ms Burke said.

Library and computer lab users would benefit from the improved layout; access to a single, integrated service point; staff 'roaming' the space and providing on-the-spot assistance; and improved security, furniture and laptop facilities, she said.

There will be minimal disruption to services and facilities during the construction period, which is scheduled for the 2005--2006 summer-semester break.

The library will maintain its normal opening hours, and computers will remain available throughout the renovation.

The project is a joint initiative of the Student, Community and Shared Services Division, Facilities and Services, the Berwick campus, ITS and the Library.

Further information is available at the Berwick Library and Learning Commons website.