How long have you been with the library?
I joined Queenstown Library in 2018 as a Library Assistant - my first ever time working at a library! It was a dream come true for me - one year on I was thrilled to become a permanent part of the team, assisting the Children's Librarian with the delivery of children's programmes.
What brought you to Queenstown?
My journey to Queenstown began in the summer of 2007, when I embarked on the biggest and most exciting adventure of my life - from a small town in North West England, not really knowing much about New Zealand, or having ever travelled outside Europe or the USA - I made the decision to travel across the world by myself to visit a good friend living in Queenstown. Like many other travellers to this beautiful part of the world, I soon met my (now) husband - and decided to make Queenstown my forever home.
What were you doing prior to joining the libraries?
My first work experience in Queenstown was at a hotel as a receptionist. While only working there for a short time, I really got to appreciate how wonderfully multi-cultural Queenstown is. Working with lovely people from different countries all over the world, most of which I had never been to - we all had something in common, we were all travelling away from family and friends and enjoying all New Zealand had to offer.
What do you enjoy about Libraries?
My time so far working within libraries has been a fantastic journey - working with the kindest and most supportive people; being able to engage with our local community daily; and reading to the tamariki and seeing their eyes light up at their favourite story. I feel like I have learnt so much during my time here. I've always loved books, and now I get to go to work doing something I love.
What do you enjoy reading?
My reading genre of choice is most often Thrillers; I enjoy an unexpected twist at the end! Happy to make recommendations to anyone who is also interested when they are next in the library. |
