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Programme

EARLY ARRIVAL EVENT, Tuesday 30 April

5.30pm - Foundation Cafe, Tūranga Christchurch Central Library
Delegates will be able to register at this time.

DAY ONE: Wednesday, 1 May

8.00am - Registration & Coffee

8.30am - Nau mai mahana | A warm welcome
Mihi Whakatau with representation from Tūranga & PLNZ.
PLNZ gives thanks and welcomes delegates on behalf of the manhuri.
Kaikōrero matua | Keynote Address:
Carolyn Robertson "The story of Tūranga from inception to opening – the warts and all version!"
Introduced by Hilary Beaton

9.30am - Opening Remarks: PLNZ Chair, Kat Cuttriss
Where we've been, where we're going and how we'll get there together!
Kaikōrero matua | Keynote Address:
Jan Dobson "You Matter to Us" Collective Impact Project.
Introduced by Pat Street

10.30am - Networking Break — Morning Tea

11.00am (two one hour sessions) - Huinga | Forum
Session 1: National Data Collection – reporting and data quality
Kate Macnaught, Manager Sector Improvement SOLGM & Mubashir Mukhtar, Data Scientist
Led by Heather Taylor
followed by
Session 2: National Strategic Framework (NFS)
Lorraine Weston Webb with the NFS Writers

1.00pm - LUNCH / EXHIBITOR BREAK

2-4pm - Choose one of the streams when you register.

STREAM ONE
Hui a rōpū | Team Talks
Curated by Christchurch Central Library
1. Kā Huru Manu Exhibition
Takerei Norton with the Christchurch City Libraries Māori Services team
2. Strategic Programming
Rose Crossland & Clare Newton discuss Signature Programmes and Pitch Process

STREAM TWO
Library Tours of Christchurch
1. Ruataniwha Kaiapoi Civic Centre
2. Orauwhata Bishopdale Library and Community Centre
Limited numbers apply (1pm depart Tūranga, packed lunch provided)

STREAM THREE
Kōrero | Breakout session
Topic: Collective Impact
Led by Jan Dobson with Pat Street

From 6.30pm - FORUM DINNER - Novotel Christchurch

DAY TWO: Thursday, 2 May

7.30am - Breakfast | Parakuihi with the Mayor of Christchurch, Lianne Dalziel
followed by
Regional Reports: What's the buzz around the country?
Led by PLNZ Regional Reps

9.30am - Kaikōrero matua | Keynote Address:
Nicky Hager "The Fight for Truth"
Introduced by Hilary Beaton

10.30am - Networking Break — Morning Tea

11.00am (two one hour sessions) - Huinga | Forum: National Impact
Session 1: National Summer Reading Campaign
Rachel Williamson with Hilary Beaton
followed by
Session 2: Working together to make a difference
The collective impact of Public Libraries and National Library of NZ
Focusing on: EPIC, Te Puna, Kōtui and APNK
Jenny McDonald and Joan Simpson

1.00pm - LUNCH / EXHIBITOR BREAK

2-4pm - Choose one of the streams when you register.

STREAM ONE
Hui a rōpū | Team Talks
Curated by Christchurch Central Library
1. Discovery Wall
Jane Rodgers & Sarah Snelling showcase CCLs' digitised heritage collection.
2. Sumner Road
Annette Williams on partnerships with local heritage and arts organisations.
3. Interactive Makerspace
Rosie Levi & team highlight Makerspace network pilots

STREAM TWO
Library Tours of Christchurch
1. Matuku Takotako Sumner Centre
2. Te Hāpua: Halswell Centre
Limited numbers apply (1pm depart Tūranga, packed lunch provided)

STREAM THREE
Kōrero | Breakout session
Topic: National Summer Reading Programme
Led by Kate Peterson with Rachel Williamson
followed by
Topic: Working together to make a difference
The collective impact of Public Libraries and National Library of NZ
Focusing on: EPIC, Te Puna, Kōtui and APNK
Jenny McDonald and Joan Simpson
Topic: Final Words
Kat Cuttriss with Rachael Esson (Chair, LIANZA)

Poroporoaki/Farewell

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Session Breakdown

KAIKŌRERO MATUA | KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Please see the Speakers page for details of the keynotes for both days

HUINGA | FORUM

DAY ONE

Session 1: Connecting the dots
The National Data Collection – reporting and data quality
Kate Macnaught, Manager Sector Improvement SOLGM & Mubashir Mukhtar, Data Scientist - Led by Heather Taylor
By bringing our collective data together and making critical connections, we can provide actionable insights on our national as well as district outcomes. Because data is just a collection of numbers until you turn it into a compelling story.

Session 2: Laying Foundations for Leadership
National Strategic Framework – Where We're Heading
Lorraine Weston Webb & Colleagues

DAY TWO

Session 1: National Summer Reading Campaign - Where we are Heading
Hilary Beaton with Rachel Williamson
What outcome is possible if the collective activity of 28,000 children, 24,500 books, 37,000 adventures is underpinned by a systematic, design-based research approach to Summer Reading? This year we collected and promoted Summer Reading with a bespoke social media campaign designed by Invercargill City Library & Archives Media Team. Help us design the next step.

Session 2: Working Together to Make a Difference
Jenny McDonald & Joan Simpson
The collective impact of Public Libraries and National Library of NZ, focusing on EPIC, Te Puna, Kōtui and APNK.

HUI A RŌPŪ | TEAM TALKS

What are you passionate about?
Team talks are designed for programme managers and team leaders keen to challenge current work practices, share experiences and reflect on the lessons learnt of the many programmes offered by public libraries. These facilitated discussions are led by members of Christchurch City Libraries. Please join us!

Wednesday 1 May 2 - 4 pm

1. Kā Huru Manu Exhibition – 60 mins
with Takerei Norton with the Christchurch City Libraries Māori Services team.
2. Strategic Programming & Pitching Process – 60 mins
with Rose Crossland and Clare Newton.

Thursday, 2 May 2- 4 pm

1. Discovery Wall - 30 mins
with Jane Rodgers & Sarah Snelling
2. Sumner Road - 30 mins
with by Annette Williams & the Lyttleton team
Interactive Makerspace - 60 mins
with by Rosie Levi and team

JOIN US!

RĒHITA | REGISTER