Community organisations and businesses could become 'mini libraries' as Whanganui District Libraries seeks hosts for local library hubs.
Libraries Manager Pete Gray says the plan is to expand over the next four years by creating local hubs where people can take out and return books in established venues.
"We are interested in hearing from organisations or businesses who have the right kind of space to have a 'mini library' on site," Gray said.
"This could be at a café, a shop, a church or community organisation, as long as it works for the host."
Businesses or organisations would need to be able to accommodate some library shelving and equipment and have staff or volunteers to provide basic assistance to customers. The venue would need to be open for at least four days a week and for at least four hours at a time.
"The benefit to the host organisation is that it may draw more customers or clients to the business or organisation because of the addition of the library," Gray said.
