Members of the public are welcome to join the Library for a fee of $110.00 per annum (including GST) or $55.00 for 6 months (including GST).

To join please bring photo ID and proof of current address to the Library.

Year 11 and 12 students

Students from local high schools are welcome to join the Library for a fee of $27.50 per annum. A parent or guardian must sign the registration form for those students who are under 18 years of age.

Corporate members

Organisations and businesses are welcome to join the Library for a fee of $300.00 per annum (including GST) for up to four borrowing cards.

To join please bring corporate ID and proof of current address to the Library.

General information

• You may borrow 20 standard loans items for two weeks at any one time.

• Items held in short term loan collections, such as 2 day or 2 hour, are unable to be borrowed except by JCU staff and students.

• Materials can be renewed unless requested by another borrower.

• Library notices will be sent by email where available, including courtesy reminders, holds, and financial notices. An SMS option is also available for Library notices, please ask Library staff. The Library is not responsible for non-receipt of messages. You cannot dispute a penalty because you have not received a notice.

• All materials must be returned in good condition on or before the due date or time indicated. Replacement charges will apply to lost or damaged materials. The Library does not accept items purchased elsewhere as replacements for lost or damaged materials. the Library does not refund monies paid for lost books later returned (you may retain the item or donate it back to the Library).

• Material not returned or renewed when due will be subject to Library fines and penalties.

• Copying, printing, and binding services are available (prices on request).

• Walk-in access to the Internet and electronic resources will be provided on dedicated computers, subject to licence conditions. Please see staff.

• Library opening hours & locations