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About Libraries

Spaces for Everyone

Spaces to learn and catch up!

Our Libraries provide spaces to study, relax, learn, catch up on the latest news and do business away from the office or home.

You can even drop in for a coffee and a yummy treat at the Boab Cafe in Civic Square Library.

LOTE – Languages Other Than English

Our Libraries offer titles in a range of languages other than English including: French, Chinese, Italian, Dutch, German, Hindi, Japanese, Spanish and Tamil.

Search available titles in your preferred language by doing an advanced search on our Libraries and Museums Catalogue and selecting your preferred language from the “Additional Limits: Language” drop down menu.

If you can’t find the language or title you are looking for, the State Library of WA offer a wider range of languages and titles which can be requested on Interlibrary Loan.

Speak to a library staff member or search the State Library Collection by refining your search results by language in the left hand column or by doing an advanced search, selecting your preferred language.

Once you have selected the title you wish to borrow please complete an Interlibrary Loan Request. Requested items usually take at least one week to arrive but can take longer depending on their availability.

Our eLibrary also contains an extensive collection of eResources including, eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMovies and eMagazines and newspapers and more in a range of languages.

Library Facilities

Computers

Free public access computers are available at:

  • Civic Square Library
  • AH Bracks Library
  • Bull Creek Library
  • Wilgi Kaartdijin Mia Willagee Library (Apple Macs are not available at this location)

You can access the Internet, email, social media applications ie: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc, Microsoft Office. Our Mac computers also have a range of additional applications.

Wi-Fi

All libraries have free public Wi-Fi available. Just connect your device to the network called "melvillewifi" and accept the conditions of use.

The maximum duration for melvillewifi sessions is four hours. Your device will be automatically disconnected after this time but should you need longer, just reconnect to melvillewifi again to start another session.

Technology Training

Whether you're new to technology or looking to build on what you already know, we can help you to increase your level of confidence. We offer a range of free technology training options, find out more.

Printing, Scanning and Laminating Services

For more information visit www.melvillecity.com.au/print.

Meeting Room Hire

There are a range of meeting rooms available for hire in the AH Bracks Library / LeisureFit Melville building. Find out more details.

Home Delivery Service

Our home delivery service offers delivery of library materials to those who are physically unable to visit the library in person.

The service provides delivery of books, magazines, audio books and other items to residents throughout the City of Melville.

Special conditions apply to access this service. Access our Home Delivery Assessment form here.

Contact your library today to organise a home delivery service.

Volunteering at Libraries

Do you want to get involved with your local library?

Volunteering opportunities are available at our libraries for shelving library resources, selecting items for our home delivery members, preparing storytime craft, cleaning DVDs and audio discs, basic computer help and much more.

Join a fantastic work environment, help the community and stay active.

On the job training will be provided.

For more information ask at your local library or call us on 9364 0124.

Justice of the Peace Service

A volunteer Justice of the Peace is in attendance at Bull Creek Library to act as an independent and objective witness to documents used for official legal purposes.

No bookings needed. Please note our JPs are volunteers and there may be occasions when they are unavailable due to unforeseen circumstances. You may wish to phone the library (9364 0150) on the day to confirm the JP is in attendance.

Availability:

  • Mondays, 4.30pm to 6.30pm [The Monday JP is currently away and will return on 24 February 2025]
  • Saturdays, 9.00am to 12noon

For a list of other JPs in the area, ​visit the Department of Justice website.

A JP is also available at the CIty of Melville's Civic Centre in Booragoon. Find out times available.

Tax Help

Free assistance with your tax return from a Tax Help volunteer at Civic Square Library (Booragoon).

Appointments available during July and August each year. Please contact library staff on 9364 0138 to make a booking.

To use the Tax Help service you must have:

  • an income of around $60,000 or less
  • simple tax affairs

For more details about eligibility, visit the Australian Taxation Office Tax Help Program website.
The ATO website also explains what you need to bring to an appointment e.g. your MyGov login details (user ID and password)

Guidelines and Other Documents

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