There’s a new call for nominations for candidates who are interested in being appointed as members of the Library and Information Advisory Commission (all the information is available on Appointments to Statutory Bodies – dia.govt.nz).
The call for nominations for two member roles on the Library and Information Advisory Commission (LIAC) is now open.
LIAC is an unincorporated body established under section 22 of the National Library of New Zealand (Te Puna Mātauranga o Aotearoa) Act 2003. Its role is to advise the Minister on:
- library and information issues, including mātauranga Māori, and access to library and information services
- the role of library and information services, including mātauranga Māori, in the cultural and economic life of New Zealand, and
- any other matters requested by the Minister.
Candidates who would like to be considered for the role must provide the following information to appointments@dia.govt.nz by no later than 5pm on Friday, 20 November 2026:
- Completed and signed expression of interest form (can be found on https://www.dia.govt.nz/Appointments-to-Statutory-Bodies).
- Current curriculum vitae.
- Cover letter from the nominee explaining their interest in the role and how their skills and experience match those being sought.
- Scan or photo of their photo identification (valid driver’s license or passport).
Further information can be found on https://www.dia.govt.nz/Appointments-to-Statutory-Bodies.