UNSW Library News

SearchFirst is now the default search on the Library homepage.  SearchFirst links to more electronic journal articles and e-books than the Catalogue view. The Catalogue option is still available. All items available through the Catalogue, High Use Collection and UNSWorks are accessible via SearchFirst.

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The UNSW Library mobile app allows you to search for ebooks, online journal articles and the High Use Collection along with books, journals, CDs and other items.  You can also access subject guides, check our opening hours and log into myLibrary.  We’ve also set up links to Library news, our New Books list our list of [...]

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UNSW Freehills Law Library will reopen on Monday 20 February 2012 and resume regular opening hours. The newly refurbished facility features an additional 248 seats including 2 new study lounges.  In addition, the entrance has been relocated to the ground floor where clients can seek assistance from library staff at the new Help Zone.  Materials [...]

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UNSW Library now sends notifications via SMS.  Opt in to receive SMS reminders about loans, overdue items, reservations, recalls and interlibrary loans. Note: SMS reminders are sent in addition to email notifications. For further information please see our Library notifications page

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From 17 November, 2011 UNSW Library fines changed. Fines no longer apply for standard loans.  Overdue items need to be returned before you can borrow or renew other items. All fines accrued prior to this date will still need to be paid. Fines will still apply for some items. Visit the Library website for more information [...]

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Touch screens are now available in four of the Library’s group study rooms and are ideal for group work and presentations.  Mounted over LCD screens, they provide finger-touch interactivity to your computer and feature a drawing application that effectively turns each touch screen into a whiteboard. The touch screens have been installed in the Main Library (rooms [...]

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Room Bookings no longer require the borrowing of a token.  Book through the UNSW library web page, and proceed directly to the room at the beginning of your booked time with a copy of your room booking confirmation (available through myLibrary) and advise any occupants that the room has been reserved by you.  Room bookings [...]

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Google Scholar’s Library Links lets UNSW staff and students link directly to full text journal content where UNSW Library has a journal subscription. First, you will need to set up preferences in Google Scholar (This is a once-off step) Go to Google Scholar Click on Scholar Preferences at the top right of screen Next to Library [...]

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UniPass is no longer used for authentication to Library systems. All Library users will now log into Library systems with their zPass. Staff and students can obtain more information about obtaining a zPass at IT at UNSW. Make an online enquiry for more information.

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Students can now pay fines and top up their ID cards for printing, copying and scanning online. You can also view your current Library fines, Print & Copy balance and transaction history. Pay online by logging into My Monitor using your UNSW ID and zPass.

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