Monday 23 May 2022
Has it been a while since you last visited the library? If so, there’s never been a better time to return yourself to the library and discover what’s new. Need convincing? Read on.
Did you know, Geelong Regional Libraries has recently gone fine free? We no longer charge overdue fines, and you can borrow up to 40 items from our physical collection, so it’s the perfect time to get back into borrowing and reading.
If you haven’t explored our eCollection recently, you may be surprised to discover all that is on offer, for free, to library members including: • film streaming with Kanopy • a vast collection of eBooks and eAudiobooks • resources for children • digital magazine and newspapers • training from LinkedIn Learning.
Our libraries provide a great program of events, programs and activities for children, young people and adults. From author talks to school holiday programs; story time to technology know-how, there is truly something for everyone. Discover the full program on our website or pick up a What’s On brochure in libraries, to see highlights for the months ahead.
All our libraries offer fast free WiFi, plus most offer printing and scanning services, meeting room hire, magazines and newspapers for browsing and comfortable working spaces. So, next time you’re picking up your holds, stay a while and make the most of a cozy and warm spot to read, work or meet with friends or colleagues.
Discover your local hub of creativity, connection and collections – return yourself to the library today, we can’t wait to see you!
30 million people visit public libraries in Victoria every year to access collections, attend programs and events, engage with others in their community, utilise technology and computer services, learn new skills, and foster their love a reading. As a member of Geelong Regional Libraries, you join over 2 million Victorians who also access the full benefits of their local public library. We are joining public library services around Victoria in encouraging people to return to the library after extended lockdowns, and rediscover creativity, community, and the collection.
(Need to join the library or reactive your membership? Easy! Find out more.)
Back to news
In light of the rising levels of illness across the community, Local Word Regional Showcase has been postponed until Friday 18 and Saturday 19 November 2022.
Saving Family Stories will provide people in the local community with free access to equipment and technical support to scan, save, edit and share old negatives, slides, video footage and photographs. This project will allow precious family stories and treasured memories to be shared and enjoyed, and digitally preserved for generations to come.
Together with nbn co we invite you to upcoming drop-in sessions to learn more about the nbn access network. Nbn co will have representatives aboard our mobile libraries in Golden Plains Shire and Colac Otway Shire Council who can help:
Has your library membership lapsed? Do you have family or friends who aren’t yet library members? It’s time to Join Up in July and go into the draw to win great prizes!
We are further modifying our opening hours to respond to COVID-19 and 'flu.
The temporary Queenscliff Library will be closing from end of day Tuesday 21 June, in preparation for the move to the new Queenscliffe Hub.
