Catalogue
- Use the Library’s catalogue to find what you need and see if it is available online.
- If an item is online, you will see a link in the catalogue record next to ‘Online Access’.
- Some online resources can be accessed from outside the Library but you’ll need to get a Library login.
- See: Getting started with the catalogue
eResources
- You can browse indexes, full-text ejournals, websites and guides available online.
- Login to eResources using your Library login to access subscription services.
- See: Access eResources for an explanation of how the site works.
Trove
- Trove is a free search service created by the National Library of Australia, which lets you check to see if an item you want is at a library near you.
- Trove is also good for finding online material, such as pictures, maps, archived websites, digitised Australian newspapers (1803 - 1954) and the Australian Women’s Weekly Archive.
- Some electronic resources are only available onsite in the Library building. If you can't make it to the National Library. you can check Trove to see if the resource is available at a library near you.
Newspapers
- You can access a range of current and historical newspapers online for free. See: How to access newspapers.
Copies Direct
- Check out our how-to guide and online video: Reproductions and interlibrary loans for individuals
- The Library's copying service, Copies Direct, is a fast, easy and inexpensive way to get copies of material from our collections.
Interlibrary loans
- Another option is to request an item be delivered to your local library. Your local library will be able to tell you about this service, called interlibrary loan, including how much it costs.
Exhibitions and events
- Many of our exhibitions may be viewed online.
- Many of our events may be attended in person or online at the time of the event. Videos of past events are uploaded as they become available.
More help
If you have an enquiry about any of these services you can Ask a Librarian for help via email or phone.
