We have a range of engaging programs linked to Australian Curriculum content and capabilities.

Learn how to request collection items for use in our reading rooms and check collection delivery times to plan ahead.

The Library is making it easier for Trove Partner organisations to provide inter-library loan and document copying service to their patrons.

If you are considering independently publishing your book, learn how to get your published book into the Library's collection.

Access hardcopy and microfilm newspapers, family history resources, and material from our microform collection.

On Tuesday 24 October 2023, the Director-General of The National Library of Australia, Dr Marie-Louise Ayres, delivered an update for researchers.

Not sure where to start your research? Stuck somewhere along the way? Ask a Librarian.

The Library will supply a digital surrogate in place of the original physical item where possible within copyright and other rights obligations.

The National Library is a reference library - you can use collection items in our reading rooms but you can't take them home.

Facilities and access