Leeanne.. "You guys have great computers. Cool Bbo".

Sandie.. "Well, I didnt know I could sing that well, and through people who kept telling me they liked me singing decided to encourage me to join the music month at the Hamilton Library, I had a dear friend who used to work there and so it was kind of a fond memory for me that place, so I decided to participate on the 23rd of May, I FINALLY GOT TIME OFF WORK TO ENJOY MYSELF AT THE LIBRARY, A FOND PLACE OF MINE...The library is certainly not a boring place."

"A friend of mine told me about the library. I like the free internet service," wrote Mike.

Meliors writes .. "Painters filling the house with fumes today, I have to get out to work (self-employed). Library makes a change, wireless a wonderful surprise. As well as writing my book, and funding proposals, and emails, I've also been reading the LTCCP online & commenting on Facebook - seems appropriate to do at the library. Not enough desks near power outlets though, and its noisier than I expected."

Stan said .. "Its a quick and easy process, very friendly and helpful staff. I use the very good services mainly for printing and surfing the internet."

Tony wrote .. "I found the earlier service (1/2 hour/day) very useful, I have to survive on a low income. The improved availability has been a real boon. I do most of my word processing using google.docs and have been learning to use their spreadsheets."

P. Akkuhata .. "Need brought me here - I don't have my own computer. I am able to get quotes for cheap air flights & then buy tickets in the CBD. I love having 1/2  hour free access - often 1/2 hour is all I need. Happy to pay rates for this service!"

Jenni writes .. "I was caught in town between appointments so it was great for time manaagement. I did some work! I own a human resources specialist company and like most small business owners, time is precious!"

Sean .. "I've recently moved to Hamilton from Ireland and like to keep in touch with my family and friends back home. It's great to be able to use the internet for free, to use Skype and facebook to report back home!! Also to check emails etc which costs a lot in an internet cafe if like me you are using it every day."

Mark .. "A lot of people told me about this new service (free internet)!!"

Susan .. "Thanks for asking. When I arrived in Hamilton about 2 months ago I was looking for a place to read. I liked the message outside the library and while reading here I found out about the free internet and used it mainly to keep in touch with family and friends and also to look for advertisements. I like the discipline of using it for just half an hour and how friendly the staff are. I haven't tried learning anything new. Didn't know I could Skype. It has been helpful that it is free and a quiet place to email."

Benjamin .. "I came to the library without being aware that a free internet service was available. I have used this service in addition to reading in the library. I think it is an excellent service."

Stefan .. "I'm new in Hamilton just flew in from Germany and have no internet available in the hostel. Using the library internet connection to talk to home makes the start in New Zealand much easier."

Anil .. "The service provided by the Hamilton Library is excellent. I am currently doing an online course and I have been using the resource everyday, and it has helped me to a great extent saving lots of money. The staff are doing a great job with the newly introduced facility."

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