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About the Library

A message from the university librarian

Victoria University Library Service provides access to a wealth of knowledge-- through the print collections in our libraries, through electronic access and through a network of other libraries. As learning, teaching and research needs continue to evolve and change so too does the world of information. Library staff and services are here to help Victoria's staff and students make the most of this world.

This overview provides you with an insight into the Library Service--but be warned! it is constantly growing and changing to meet needs with new projects and developments. Library Services will continue to evolve in order to meet both University and individual needs. This evolution takes place in the context of a dynamic scholarly communication environment, influenced by new and emerging technologies. The Library News blog will keep you up-to-date with these developments; we also aim to keep you informed through formal and informal communication channels across the University.

With best wishes for your research, teaching or study


Rachel Esson
Acting University Librarian

Library Leadership Team

Acting University Librarian

Library Academic Services

Rachel Esson
04 463 5895 Publications

Associate Director

Library Resource Services

Maureen Gildea 04 463 5683

Associate Director

Library Technology Services

Alison Stevenson
04 463 6847 Publications

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Our Mission

Our mission is to maintain through the provision of library facilities, collections and services of the highest quality a learning environment supportive of excellence in both teaching and research. Find out more about how we carry out our mission.

About the collection

We have over a million printed volumes in our collections and over a quarter of a million online resources available to Library users. Find out more about our collections and our history.

Key Library documents

Browse our strategic plans, reviews, and annual reports.

Library policies

The policy documents governing certain key Library processes.

Disability Support for Library Users

If you have a disability, we can offer you a number of forms of support to help you use the Library to the fullest. Find out more about them here..

Employment at the Library

Vacancies at the Library are advertised at Victoria University's Vacancies site. From time to time the Library also employs student assistants for various purposes, on a casual basis. If you are interested in employment as a student assistant, please enquire at the issue desk at any library.