$25,000 for Masterton District Library

Aug 2023

A $25,000 grant for the Masterton Library was spent on high-demand books and the summer and winter reading programmes.

For the most popular books, up to 50 library members can be on the waitlist, meaning you could wait up to a year to read some in-demand books. The grant from Masterton Trust Lands Trust has meant that more copies can be bought, reducing the waitlist significantly.

The summer and winter reading programmes aim to encourage families to come together and share in the love of reading. Studies have repeatedly proven the developmental benefits of reading aloud to children.

Masterton Library has 8,600 active members and is a connection hub for many people in the Masterton community.

Masterton District Library programmes are linked here.