Thanks for post Stephen,
NSW is missing from the list here in the Inner West of Sydney...covering
multiple physical libraries and on the 'Net
Join the Library and get access to our large collection of books,
e-library collection, graphic novels, musical instruments, research
databases, toy collection, and more!
* Membership is free to all residents in Australia.
* You can register online and collect your membership card in person
at any Inner West Library by presenting proof of your name and
current address.
* There is no minimum age for joining, however those under the age
of 16 years require the authorisation of a parent or guardian in
person at a library.
https://www.innerwest.nsw.gov.au/explore/libraries/using-the-library/about-us/library-membership
Marghanita
On 25/2/24 13:21, Stephen Loosley wrote:
Ref: https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/832924
Free 3-12 Month Temporary Visitor's Membership at Most Australian Public
Libraries
https://perth.wa.gov.au/community/community-services-and-facilities/city-of-perth-library/join
I discovered this when I was recently holidaying in Perth, and as I hadn't been
aware of it before thought it deserved a post. I've looked up other public
libraries in other states and territories, and it appears to be a standard
offer. I've copied a few below.
Of note, most require you to attend in person to access the temporary
membership, which gets you library access for 3-12 months depending on the
library.
The Regional WA Consortium appears to be an outlier, in that you can access
full membership (no time limit) without being a WA resident.
Obviously, signing up to the various libraries allows you to access and borrow
physical library content, but more importantly allows access to elibrary
content during, and potentially beyond, the length of your actual stay in the
area.
NORTHERN TERRITORY
City of Darwin Library:
" Lite Membership is a temporary membership type designed for both visitors and NT
residents who may not be able to provide photo identification and/or proof of NT
residence. Lite Membership is valid for 12 months, gives you access to the online
resources and allows you to borrow three items at a time. Please visit the library to
become a Lite Member. To obtain a Lite membership, you will need to provide some form of
identification, such as a bank card, employee ID card, heathcare card, medicare card or
other photo ID" https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/libraries/borrow/join-the-libra…
In the NT, the libraries have the Connect NT network. All current Northern
Territory public library membership cards are accepted at any other Northern
Territory public library.
eResources: Libby, Borrowbox
https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au/libraries/borrow/digital-librar…
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Western Australia State Library:
"If you are not a Western Australian resident, you can still join the Library to use
our computers and access electronic resources on State Library computers within the
building. You can also request a visiting researcher's membership."
https://www.wa.gov.au/service/cultural-affairs/collection-ac…
eResources: Libby, Borrowbox, Hoopla, PressReader, Flipster
https://slwa.wa.gov.au/eresources
City of Perth Library:
"Temporary membership. In some circumstances, people who are visiting Western
Australia or who are unable to meet the conditions outlined above may be granted a
temporary membership. Temporary memberships are valid for three months. Temporary members
may borrow up to two items at a time."
https://perth.wa.gov.au/community/community-services-and-fac…
eResources: Libby, Borrowbox, Freegal, PressReader, Hoopla, Kanopy, Beamafilm
Regional WA Library Consortium (all non-Perth public libraries)
"Membership is free and can be obtained by visiting the library with photo ID and
proof of address.Visiting Membership is available for all WA residents. Free Membership
is restricted to people living in Australia but temporary membership is available for
visitors to our beautiful city."
https://library.albany.wa.gov.au/using-the-library.aspx
eResources: Libby, Borrowbox, Hoopla, Kanopy
https://library.albany.wa.gov.au/eresources/read-watch-liste…
TASMANIA
Tasmanian Public library:
"Visitors can apply in person at any of our libraries for a 3 month membership. This
entitles you to borrow physical items such as books, magazines and DVDs."
https://libraries.tas.gov.au/public-libraries/membership/how…
eResources: Libby, Borrowbox, uLibrary, NewsReader, PressReader, Beamafilm
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Libraries SA:
"If you live outside of South Australia, you can be granted a temporary membership.
This type of membership applies whether you live in another State or Territory of
Australia, or are visiting from overseas. A temporary membership allows you to borrow a
maximum of five items at a time and will expire after three months. It also allows you to
access the public WiFi networks available in most public libraries in South
Australia." https://library.light.sa.gov.au/about/who-can-join/
All SA libraries use 'the One Card', which allows you to borrow from any public
library in South Australia
https://www.libraries.sa.gov.au/client/en_AU/sapubliclibrari…
* eResources: Libby, Borrowbox
QUEENSLAND
Brisbane City Library: doesn't offer any membership to non-Brisbane residents,
you must have proof of a Brisbane address
https://www.brisbane.qld.gov.au/things-to-see-and-do/council…
State Library of Queensland: doesn't offer any membership to non-Qld residents.
https://patron.slq.qld.gov.au/Register
Moreton Bay Council Libraries: "You can join Moreton Bay Region Libraries if you
live, work or study in the region. You can also join if you live in a neighbouring
region, i.e. Brisbane City Council, Somerset Regional Council, Sunshine Coast Region or
Noosa Shire Council, or are visiting the Moreton Bay Region temporarily. Library
membership is free, there are fees and charges for some services. A membership is valid
for 2 years, after which you just need to renew online or visit us in the library."
https://library.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSG…
* eResources: Libby, Borrowbox, Hoopla
Logan City Council Libraries: No temporary membership offer. "Any residents of
Queensland may join as a member. If you live outside of Queensland and only need to use
the internet while travelling through Logan, membership is free. However, if you would
like to borrow items there is a $20 fee. This fee is refundable by cheque upon closing
membership and return of all items. Bring proof of your permanent address, and if
possible, where you are staying locally."
https://loganlibraries.org/service/get-a-library-card/
Sunshine Coast Libraries: Free online membership for any Australian resident. "If
you are 16 or over, you can become an online member of Sunshine Coast Libraries. Use your
online membership to book computers, print and copy, access the eLibrary and make
reservations. To upgrade to a full membership with borrowing privileges, visit your local
library." https://sunshinecoast.spydus.com/cgi-bin/spydus.exe/MSGTRN/O…
* eResources: CloudLibrary, Libby, Hoopla, Borrowbox, uLibrary,
PressReader
Gold Coast Libraries: " Temporary online-only membership. If you can't get to a library, Gold
Coast residents can join as a temporary online-only member to access to our great collection of
digital resources." "Visitors can sign up for temporary membership, ideal for holidays or
short trips to the Gold Coast. Residents of neighbouring Queensland local government areas – Scenic
Rim, Brisbane, Logan and Redland Councils – can join Gold Coast Libraries as a reciprocal member.
Other Queensland residents can join on a six-month membership. For interstate residents here for a
longer stay, we also offer fee-based membership with the same benefits that locals enjoy."
https://www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/libraries/About/Membership
An honourable (non-Australian) mention also goes to the Chicago Public library,
which you can sign up to online (register using a Chicago address) and then
access ebooks and audiobooks etc. https://www.chipublib.org/get-a-library-card/
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