Membership information

Welcome to Willoughby City Library.

Explore and enjoy a world of books, music, movies, digital collections and more. Membership is free and we have events and programs for all ages.

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Borrowing

  • Borrow up to 30 items for 3 weeks (4 ESL kits).
  • Fast Reads – popular and high demand items available for 7 day loan – no reserves, no renewals.
  • Download eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines or stream movies using your Library card number.

Collections

  • From picture books to graphic novels to large print, DVDs and CDs, including community language collections — there is something for all ages. 
  • Our digital collections include movie streaming, eBooks, audiobooks, eMagazines, and online databases. Use your Library card number and PIN/password to sign in to online platforms.

Library catalogue

  • Access our library catalogue to search our collections.

  • You can login to manage your loans (including reservations and renewals) and update your contact details.

  • If a specific item isn’t available in our collection, Willoughby City Library members can suggest an item for purchase or request an inter-library loan (charges apply).

Library app

  • Download our library app to access Willoughby City Library from your mobile device.
  • Manage your loans and family loans, search and reserve items, access our digital items and borrow items.

 

Lost or damaged items

  • Items not returned or renewed within 7 days of their due date will be deemed as lost, and charges will apply. 
  • If items are lost or damaged, you will need to pay the cost of the item/s as listed, including a processing fee. For more information, see our fees and charges.

Naremburn Book Locker

Unlock your library with our new book locker service - at Naremburn.

Naremburn Book Locker

Overdues

Please consider other borrowers and return your items on time.

  • Items returned or renewed after the due date may attract charges.
  • If an item becomes overdue you won't be able to borrow or access our digital collections until the overdue item is returned or renewed. 

Renewing membership

If your borrower registration has expired. Please bring identification with your name and address to any of our libraries. 

Willoughby City Library locations

Reservations

  • Reserve items on loan or on order through our web catalogue. A reservation fee may apply.

Returns and renewals

  • 24 hour returns at Chatswood library and branches.
  • Renew items twice, unless reserved by another borrower.

Where can I use my Library card?

Enjoy using your Library card at Chatswood Library, as well as our branch libraries:

  • Artarmon Library
  • Castle Cove Library
  • Naremburn Library
  • Northbridge Library
  • West Chatswood Library

Locations and hours