January 29, 2026The Northern Health Library recently conducted a staff and student survey to better understand how library services are used, what is working well, and where improvements can be made.
Open to all Northern Health staff and students, the survey received an overwhelming response, demonstrating strong interest in and engagement with library services across the organisation.
Importantly, the feedback will be used to directly guide future planning and decision-making. Survey insights will inform how library services are prioritised, designed and delivered, helping shape services, spaces and resources that better support clinical care, education, research and staff wellbeing across Northern Health.
Director, Library and Information Literacy Services, Tania Barry, said the survey provides a clear and valuable foundation for improvement. “Listening to the feedback from our staff and students gives us a strong foundation to shape library services that genuinely support their work and, in turn, patient care across Northern Health,” she said.
To acknowledge the high level of participation, the Library expanded its prize draw and awarded eight prizes. A summary report card outlining key themes from the survey feedback, along with updates on actions and developments arising from the results, will be shared with respondents in the coming weeks.
Survey responses reinforced the value of the Library to staff, with participants highlighting the impact of services on their work. Comments included:
“The literature search reports are a godsend.”
“Excellent provision of journal articles crucial to my work and research.”
“The library is a great asset to Northern Health.”
