Professional Awards

Every year LIANZA recognises the contributions made to the library and information profession by celebrating achievements through the LIANZA Professional Recognition Awards. These awards have celebrated the success of hard-working library and information professionals in Aotearoa since 1955.  This year’s awards include the professional excellence award to Sana Saleem, an Associateship award to Hana Whaanga […]

​LIANZA FELLOWSHIPS Kim Taunga Kim Taunga, Te Rau Herenga o Aotearoa, LIANZA immediate past president and currently Head of Community Delivery South (Auckland Council) has made a long-lasting contribution to the way that public libraries meet and respect diverse customer needs. Kim is an inspiration to others. Her commitment to service, to manaakitanga, and her