Start a Group

The BDS welcomes new groups.  If you would like to join, please complete the Enrolment Form or Contact Us for more information.

Please read the BDS Handbook and Enrolment Newsletter before completing the Enrolment Form.  Membership is available to New Zealand residents only.

Groups can join at any time during the year.  Their annual membership commences from when they receive their first set of books and continues for twelve months (no books are forwarded in December and January).  

The cost of membership is $56 per member per year. Convenors of groups with seven or more members pay only $30. The recommended size for groups is 7-12 members. Groups with six or less members pay a minimum fee of $366. Groups may only have a maximum of 12 members. New groups joining the scheme are required to pay an administrative fee of $35, which is non-refundable.

The cost of returning books to the BDS is the responsibility of the group — it is not included in the membership fee.

Potential members can be referred to your group if you indicate ‘YES’ to referrals on the enrolment form. The Notice Board is also a good way to find potential members.