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Becoming a member

Membership of the library service is free to all residents of Victoria. Adults and young persons over 16 can join online or at any branch of the library by presenting photo ID and a current Victorian address. There is no minimum age for joining, but those under the age of 16 years require a signature from their parent or guardian.

Register online

You may join the library online by clicking on the button below after you have read and accepted the membership conditions. You will receive an online membership number that you can use for 3 years to access our eResources and make reservations. If you would like to borrow a physical item, please visit one of our library branches with photo ID and proof of current address to convert to a full membership. If you would like to use the library wi-fi or public computers, please see a staff member.

Conditions of membership

  • Show proof of your name and current address to join the library.  Applicants without proof of address may qualify for an exemption, as decided by the Librarian in charge.
  • Parents/guardians are required to sign as guarantors for applicants under the age of 16. Guarantors are responsible for all borrowed items on a membership card that they have signed, and the payment of all fees and charges incurred by the member. 
  • Show your library card to borrow, or to check any information on your account. If you don’t have your library card with you, you must show proof of your name and current address.
  • Tell us if you change your name or address.
  • Pay a replacement charge for any lost or damaged items borrowed on your card. The replacement charge includes the cost of the item and a non-refundable processing charge.
  • Tell us if your library card is lost or stolen. You must pay to replace a lost library card.
  • You can only have one library card.
  • You accept responsibility for all items borrowed on your library card.
  • You can renew your loans three times, unless another library member reserves them. You can renew in person, by phone or online.
  • If you notice any damage to items you want to borrow, tell us before you borrow them. 

Acceptance

By accepting you agree to the full terms and conditions and will proceed to the registration form (you must be 16 or over to join online). 

 

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