Reference Collection Development Guideline

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7. Disposal


Libraries Tasmania may dispose of withdrawn library items and unwanted donations by any combination of the following methods:

  • Resale via book sales or direct to booksellers
  • Transfer to non-profit organisations for re-use by the community
  • Transfer to charities for resale in their retail outlets
  • Use in community outreach
  • Offer to other libraries or institutions.

Where items have been identified as having no alternative use, environmentally sustainable practices such as recycling will be used for disposal.