Library webinars
Sessions are free, but require registration to attend.
For upcoming events, see Events.
In most case, videos of previous sessions, are available on past event pages.
About webinars
How to register to attend a webinar
Find the event, then click on the 'Register' button.
How to join a webinar
After you register for a webinar event, you will receive an email with the URL to join. We also send out reminder emails a week, a day and an hour before the webinar with the URL to join.
How to interact in the webinar
You can ask questions through a Q&A box and a chat box once you have joined the webinar. You will be able to hear the presenter and view their screen share.
If you can't attend the webinar
We record webinars and make them available after the session on our YouTube channel. These recordings include closed captions.
Wait lists for booked out webinars
If a webinar is booked out, there is a wait list. You can join the waitlist by registering on the event page. Attendees are encouraged to cancel if they cannot attend and often spaces become available.
Prior to the webinar
Before joining, be sure to check system requirements to avoid any connection issues: Join Meeting Test
Note: this is to test your connection, please ignore the webcam and audio components.
Recommended bandwidth for webinar attendees is 50-150kbps.
Test your computer audio by following the steps provided by Zoom: Testing audio before Zoom Meetings
If Zoom prompts you to register when connecting to audio, click 'Okay'.
Joining the webinar
Click the link that was provided in your registration email. Select Open Zoom Meetings in the dialog box to connect through browser, or click the link download & run Zoom to download Zoom.
Note: If you are joining on a mobile or tablet device, you will need to install the Zoom app.
Downloading Zoom
Download and install the latest version of Zoom from the Zoom download center.
Connection issues
- If you are experiencing any issues with the webinar, try exiting and re-entering the session.
- Check your network settings to ensure you are connected to the internet.
- If possible, trying joining the webinar through a different internet browser.
- If the problem persists, email learning@nla.gov.au and provide any information and screenshots.
Browser requirements
If you are connecting through a browser, you will need to use one of the following browsers.
- Internet Explorer 10 or higher
- Microsoft Edge 38.14393.0.0 or higher
- Google Chrome 53.0.2785 or higher
- Safari 10.0.602.1.50 or higher
- Firefox 49.0 or higher
Webinar accessibility
During the live webinar, presenters will be using audio and screen share to deliver the session. Headphones are recommended to ensure you can hear the presenter's audio clearly.
Unfortunately we are not able to provide simultaneous closed captions in the webinar. If you have difficulty following the live webinar, we recommend viewing the webinar recording which will be posted on the Library's YouTube channel. Each recording is supported with closed captions, in line with accessibility guidelines as recommended by the Department of Communication and the Arts and the Australian Communications and Media Authority.
We have a number of library staff who present the learning webinars and presentation styles will vary between each presenter.
Further help
For more help, see: Getting started with the Zoom web client.