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City Library access

The street access lift from Flinders Lane at City Library is out of order.

Access will be by stairs only until further notice. We apologise for any inconvenience.

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eLibrary and digital resources

eBooks, audiobooks, tutorials, film, music, and family history.

Computers, wi-fi and printing

How to use the computers and printers in our libraries.

Explore English Learning

Explore English learning resources and programs, including our Conversation Club. 

Book a room

Find great spaces you can hire for your needs.

Book a librarian

Our librarians can help with devices, research or book recommendations! 

Community heritage

Resources to explore your family tree or research local history.

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Our most read titles of 2025

We’ve pulled together the most borrowed reads of 2025 – a must-see list of this year’s most gripping, inspiring, and wildly entertaining books. From twisty thrillers to thought-provoking memoirs and fascinating true-life tales, there’s something here to keep you hooked from page one.

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Call 1800 695 427.

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Use our contact us form for questions and our feedback form for suggestions.

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City of Melbourne Libraries
PO Box 1603
Melbourne VIC 3001 

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our acknowledgement

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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. 

 

We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future.