Library Fines, Fees and Charges
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How to pay
Library fines may be paid at the Hamilton Library Service Desk or by Internet Banking
Paying fines and fees to Waikato Library
(WAIKATO STUDENTS ONLY)
University of Waikato (payee) bank account number: 12-3122-0084728-00
Please include the following in the payee detail fields:
- Particulars: Lib fine
- Reference: student ID number
- Code: Surname & first initial (e.g. Bloggs M)
Please advise the Library by email to [email protected] when payment is made so that your record can be adjusted.
If you have any questions, email [email protected] or call General Enquiries on +647 838-4051.
Fines for overdue items
An overdue recalled item is the most likely reason you might receive a fine. Below is a breakdown of fines for overdue items:
| Overdue short term loans and recalled items | $3.00 per day |
| Overdue High Demand items | $2.00 per hour or part thereof |
The maximum fine charged for an overdue recalled item will be $30.00.
If you have fines they will be detailed on My Account in the "Fine + fees" section.
Approved Borrower Fees
| Alumni of the University of Waikato | Free |
| All other Approved Borrowers |
$100.00 |
See also Library Membership.
Costs for lost or damaged items
If the item you have borrowed is either lost or damaged whilst issued under your name, you will receive an invoice totalling the cost of replacing or repairing the item.
Below is a breakdown of costs for lost or damaged items:
| For non-returned, lost or damaged
material (additional to the cost of replacement or repair) |
$10.00 |
| Replacement charge for lost
or damaged Approved Borrower's card |
$10.00 |
| Replacement charge for a barcode
removed from a Library book |
$4.50 |
Invoices for these items will be sent by email. If you are a staff member, the invoice will be sent to your department.
For a full description of the Library Fees and Charges please see the University of Waikato Calendar.
Withheld borrowing for unpaid fines
Borrowing facilities will be withheld from students and Approved Borrowers whose fines at any time exceed $10.00, and from staff whose fines exceed $50.00.