Library E-Resources

Only available in our library branches, Ancestry library edition allows instant access to a range of unique resources for genealogical and historical research. With more than 1.5 billion names in over 4,000 databases, Ancestry Library Edition includes Census records; military records; court, land and probate records; vital and church records; directories; passenger lists and more!

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Free adult and junior fiction and non-fiction e-audio books and e-Books are available to download to your iPad, iPhone, e-reader or various Android devices with Borrowbox. Use the 'Sign In' button to login and follow the instructions to browse, borrow, confirm and download items.

Users can borrow 8 eBooks and 8 eAudiobooks for 2 weeks.

A library membership number, password and email address are required.

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‍Britannica Library provides you with access to three sites in one, with age appropriate material from the child-friendly collection through to the adult general reference collection. Britannica online includes: encyclopaedia, dictionary, magazine articles, images, video clips and links to authoritative related websites. Audio feature enables read-aloud access to text.

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Borrow eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines on your devices by downloading the Libby app. Many titles can be borrowed without having to reserve them if they are already in use. Watch our ‘Getting Started’ video or visit the help page to learn the basics.

Users can borrow 30 items for 21 days.

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NewsBank provides users with more than 650 Australian newspapers and other sources to keep you informed on business, government, economy, sports, culture and more. You will find a variety of local, regional and national news and information, with daily full-page images of major newspapers. This service is available remotely at all times on any device.

Testimonials and training videos.

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Join the SLV for free and receive these immediate benefits:

• Access to over five million collection items
• Free access to thousands of online databases and e-resources
• Access to meeting rooms and creative technology studios
• Personalised options when you use the catalogue
• Order digital copies and extracts of Library collection items
• Monthly newsletter - be the first to know about Library events, news and exclusive offers

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Story Box Library enables you to watch Australian stories read by some of our finest storytellers on your computer, tablet or smartphone.

Stories suitable for children aged 3-12 years.

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You can browse and borrow eAudiobooks without having to reserve titles already in use with uLibrary. New Book Club title selections are available each month. How to use uLibrary instructions.

Users can borrow 10 items for 21 days.

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