The Libraries will be closed over Christmas and New Year
but we thought you'd like to hear how you can still
find valuable information for your work and continuing professional development.
Here's our top tips to prepare for when our libraries are unstaffed and
for making the most of your libraries in 2024.
To find out our December and January opening times for all WSLHD Libraries click here.
10. Know how to access CIAP
Your StaffLink login can be used to access CIAP offsite. For remote access, go to CIAP https://www.ciap.health.nsw.gov.au/index.html
(bookmark this link or just search for "CIAP" using your browser), then enter your StaffLink login and password when prompted. The website is mobile friendly.
7. Return or Renew books
Return any books you no longer require before they become overdue.
If you still need a book you have on loan renew it to keep it until we open in 2024. Just contact the Library before we close to do this.
4. Bookmark our Library Portal site
You may access all of our libraries’ resources from the one stop shop on our new portal but you need your MyAthens ID and Password for this. https://wslblacktownmd.ovidds.com/
9. Join the Library
If you're not a member join now to borrow from WSLHD, NBMLHD and Children's Hospital Libraries.
6. Check out What's New?
Check out our latest new books and borrow them before we close for the year! https://wslhd.libguides.com/bmdhsdi/books
3. Plan now to improve your search skills in 2024
Plan to do a library training course in 2024 and earn CPD points. Check out our list of courses and book on the My Health Learning website 
1. Enjoy
It comes once a year, and whether you are spending it at home or busy at work, enjoy the holiday season in a safe and happy manner.
8. Register for MyAthens
Register for a MyAthens username and password at https://register.openathens.net/wslhd.health.nsw.gov.au/register
MyAthens provides you with access to online information resources using a single login. You can access resources such as Proquest and the E-Resources Portal, which is an A-Z listing of available journals, ebooks and open access content. There is no need to remember the username and password for each resource as by logging into MyAthens you can access all online resources in one go. Remote access is available. For help and more information click here.
5. Know where to find answers to your questions
We've prepared some answers to your questions so if you have a question but we're closed you may search our Ask a Librarian Frequently Asked Questions.
2. Get to know your Library Staff
Don't struggle with keeping on top of information, come and visit us and let us help make your search for valuable information much easier. You may also book for us to come to you in 2024.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
from Kathleen, Anne and Parnita