Catalogue Help

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Your PIN/Password

Every current library member should have a PIN/Password. (Please contact the library if you do not have a PIN). You can alter your PIN/Password any time (and we recommend you do) to any combination of characters and numbers up to five digits long. You can view your items and membership details using your card number and PIN/Password either online or in the library. You never need to have overdue items again.

How do I find something I want?

Searching the library catalogue (NetOPAC) is simple.

1. Choose the type of search you want to do (All Keywords, Author, Title, Subject etc)
2. Type keyword/s in the search box (eg Paul Jennings is an Author search).
3. Click Search or press enter.

The item records are displayed:

Call No. (where it is shelved)
Item Type (book, DVD etc)
Status (Available, On Loan, Reserved)
Item Location (which Branch)

To start a new search just select a search type (Author, Title, Subject). Use the Advanced Search to combine search terms, eg Author and Title. You can also search for an item using the Optional Search Filters at the bottom of each section. These limit the search by Library location, Format like DVD, Large Print, or Collection—adult fiction, easy picture books, etc. The Sort By button sorts the list of items found by author, title, location etc.

Hint: You can use upper or lower case letters to type in your keyword, searches are not case sensitive.

How do I look at my details and the things I have on loan?

Use the library catalogue (NetOPAC) and click on the button that says:
My Details

1. Enter your library card number (that’s the one on your card W____X ) and your PIN/Password. Then click on Show My Details. Your name will come up on the screen
2. Scroll down to view your Current Loans.

How do I renew an item?

From Current Loans, renewing an item is as simple as clicking. On the right side of the item you want to renew you will see a Renew button. Just point and click. The new return date will appear. Items may only be renewed once and after the new due date must be brought back to the library.

Note: If an item has been reserved, it will not be renewed and must be bought back to the library as soon as possible.

How do I reserve an item?

Use the Library Catalogue (NetOPAC):

1. Locate the item you want to reserve
2. Click on the Reserve Title button to the left of the item
3. A new screen will appear for you to enter your personal details. Enter your library card number and PIN
4. Select the branch from which you want to collect the item.

Note: If an item is shown as “Available”, please phone the library for confirmation so the item may be put aside for you to collect. This service does not attract a fee.

How do I request an item not held by the library?

Use the library catalogue (NetOPAC) and click on the button that says:
My Details

1. Enter your library card number and PIN
2. Scroll down to Submit Inter Library Loan Request and click on Submit.
3. Fill in as many details of the item as you can
4. When complete click on Submit Request $2.50

Note: All requests attract a non refundable fee of $2.50

Available Items Cannot be Reserved