Introduction to Libraries ACT
Library locations and opening hours
Library membership information
Search, request and renew online
How to borrow, search and renew library items
Information about current library policies
Got a question about the library? Find the answer here
Library fees and charges and how to make an online payment
Subscribe to the Libraries ACT eNewsletter and view past versions
Interested in becoming a library volunteer? Find out what is involved
Key dates and achievements through the years
Phone, email, postal and online information
Reserve a library computer using the online booking system
How to use the library's free internet and wifi services
Services and programs for children and information for parents
Study and job help, youth resources at the library
Collections, services and programs in languages other than English
Infomation about Home Library Service membership and HLS volunteers
Mobile library timetable and how to request and collect items at the mobile library
Books and other items for, by, and about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Resources for music lovers including sheet music, CDs, DVDs and downloadable MP3s
What is an Inter Library Loan and how to make a request
Information about applications and conditions of use for community rooms
Information about applications and conditions of use for displays
Find out which newspapers are available at Libraries ACT branches and online
Cafe Ink at Gungahlin and Woden Libraries including opening hours
Information and bookings for regular programs and special events
Rhymes, songs, games and stories for children 0-2 years and their carers.
Stories, rhymes and songs suitable for 3-5 year old children and their parents/carers
Join a Libraries ACT book club or borrow book sets for your independent group
Join a social group at the library. They are a great way to meet people and learn new skills
Internet and computer training at the library and the ACT Digital Hub
How to join one of the free and informal English conversation groups that meet at the library
Log in with your membership number and PIN to search full-text eResources
Search across all eResources at once - available in library branches only
Download books to read or listen to on your computer or mobile device
Information and FAQs about using and finding eBooks and eAudio
Hundreds of thousands of free, legal music tracks
Free, online tutoring for students in years 4 to 12 plus CIT and first-year university
Fun, learning-based eResources for kids
Find books to read and information about authors and literature
Full, enhanced digital editions of popular magazines
Learn the world's most popular languages online or download the app
Resources, translated information and in-language news from around the world
Search thousands of Australian libraries for books, images, archives and more
Information, stories and collections of local historical significance
Research, copying and loans information
ACT Heritage Library collection holdings and finding aids
FAQs and links to information sources about local people, places and events
Database of men and women honoured by the ACT Memorial
Stories of some of the men and women honoured by the ACT Memorial
Location, opening hours, phone and email
The ACT Digital Hub at Gungahlin Library provides free, easy internet training and showcases the NBN
Advice and information from the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission
Tips from the Australian Government about cyber security and how to protect your personal and financial information online
National education program managed by the Australian Communications and Media Authority
Australian Government information on how to protect yourself and your information when using social networking sites, search engines and online games
Developed by the Safe and Supportive School Communities Project to create safe learning environments
The AFP's interactive internet safety program for youth aged 11-17 and parents, carers and teachers
Newspapers are available for reading in the library. They are kept for a maximum of one week.
Browse newspaper lists:
The library also provides access to newspapers from around the world through online subscriptions on behalf of library members:
