Latest News

Mayfield Library is getting new carpet!

We’re excited to announce that Mayfield Library will be getting a fresh upgrade with new carpet! To complete this work, the library will be closed for one week from Monday, 30 September, and will reopen on Tuesday, 8 October. Find out more.

 

Spring School Holiday Program

Get creative this spring school holidays with a great range of events for all ages. Don’t miss out on the fun - join us for a holiday filled with mystery, creativity, and endless possibilities. 

Labour Day Library Closures

Our libraries will be closed on Monday 7 October for the Labour Day public holiday. Normal hours resume on Tuesday 8 October. Return chutes will be open at all libraries (except Mayfield). Find out more.

Author Event: David Dufty

Join us for a talk with historian and researcher David Dufty about his latest book, Charles Todd's Magnificent Obsession at Newcastle (City) Library. Book your tickets now!

Low Waste Living

Join the war on waste with this series of free workshops designed to help you lead a more sustainable life. Browse all events and book in now!

Exhibition: Railway Portraits - Lovett Gallery

This photographic exhibition is drawn from the first five volumes of the Wheatley brothers' popular Railway Portraits book series and includes images taken across the state, with many recording the people, places, and locomotives of Newcastle and the Hunter Valley.  

Exhibition: Creation Station

Creation Station is a family friendly companion exhibition to Railway Portraits on display in the Lovett Gallery.

New to eLibrary: Comics Plus!

Comics, graphic novels, manga and more via Comics Plus Library Pass.

Register for ATARnotes+

A new service for senior students - ATAR Notes+ Study Guides!

Access your Everywhere, Anytime Library

Access your library at home from your smartphone or tablet and discover a world of eBook and eAudio platforms, video stories, movie and music streaming platforms, plus a huge range of online newspapers and eMagazines.