Most of the General Lending Collection is English language books covering all subjects. It also includes microforms and audio-visual material.

The second copy of legal deposit material is added to the collection. The exception is children’s literature, which is added to the National Children's Collection.

Access items in this collection

Search for descriptions of items in this collection using the National Library Catalogue. You can request items from this collection by registering as a user. Make a request using the catalogue or by contacting us. Items can be used in the reading room on the ground floor.

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Get copies from items in this collection

Copies can be made from items in this collection if copying doesn’t breach copyright. Photocopiers, and printers for microfiche and microfilm readers are available for use in the Library.

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Borrow items in this collection

You can borrow items from this collection by interloan through your local library. We lend to New Zealand and overseas libraries.

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