Our purpose

Connecting evidence, people and knowledge to improve healthcare, learning, research and innovation across Hunter New England Local Health District. 

Vision 2030

HNE Health Libraries will be the trusted knowledge partner of Hunter New England Local Health District, empowering every staff member to access, use and apply the best available evidence to support and improve healthcare, learning, research and innovation.  

Key Projects

Projects and initiatives in this two year plan are based around five key goals. Initiatives and measures have been aligned with these goals and are set out in our Library Action Plan.

Strategic Priorities

Five goals underpinning the plan
Increasing engagement · Improving communication

Collaborate across HNELHD and partners

Work collaboratively across HNELHD and our partners to promote library resources and services ensuring they meet the diverse needs of our clients, so that HNELHD staff have access to current, accurate and relevant health information.

Enhancing access to library resources

Provide comprehensive, evidence‑based, accessible resources

Ensure that the library provides comprehensive, evidence‑based accessible resources that support best patient care and enable HNELHD staff to achieve their educational, research and professional development goals.

Exceptional service provision

Innovative services, tailored support, commitment to excellence

Through innovative information services, tailored support and a commitment to excellence, we strive to meet the evolving needs of our users, enhance their knowledge and skills and contribute to best practice patient care.

Revitalising library spaces

Create modern, flexible, inclusive learning environments

Create modern, flexible, inclusive and safe library environments that support the education and learning needs of HNELHD staff and meet the requirements of student placement agreements and medical accrediting bodies.

Effective leadership · Collaborative team

Foster a culture of trust, open communication and shared goals

Ensuring effective leadership and developing a collaborative team by fostering a culture of trust, open communication and shared goals, ensuring that our collective efforts drive library success.

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