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This Service Charter sets out the standard of service you can expect from us.

Facilities, staff support and additional privileges for readers who are undertaking advanced research.

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

Use your library card to print, photocopy and scan in the reading rooms.

Access the Library’s world-class collections and services through our modern and comfortable reading rooms.

If you want to order a digital reproduction of a library item from us, you have several options through our Copies Direct service.

See what programs we offer for students of various ages and teachers

A dedicated space for readers to view and research material from the Library's special collections.

The National Library has endorsed the National and State Libraries Australia (NSLA) position statement on requests to take down access to content from our collections.