The Geraldton Public Library opened in July 1968 next to the Council buildings in Cathedral Avenue. It became a Regional Library in 1979, providing advice and support to 26 Libraries throughout the Mid -West Region.
Due to the expansion of its services, collection and clientele base, by 2008 the Library had outgrown its premises and was looking for a new space which could accommodate the needs of technology and services. In 2010, the Library moved to its new premises at 37 Marine Terrace, the site of a former supermarket.
The Library aims to provide a welcoming and respectful space for all. Please help us to do this by abiding by our Conditions of Entry.
Geraldton Public Library, c1968. Courtesy Gilda Studios.
Library Services
FREE Computer and Internet Access
Geraldton Regional Library provides access to 9 public computers with word processing and internet access. Printing is available from the public computers at a charge. Wireless internet access is available free of charge from within the library for Wi-Fi enabled devices. The Library also provides photocopying and scanning facilities. View price list.
All patrons utilising the public access computers or the free Wi-Fi must adhere to the Terms and Conditions of Use.
Mullewa Public Library offers the public free WiFi access and free computer access. Please book an internet session by either calling or visiting the Library. Phone: 9956 6643.
A donated Clearview+ Reader is available for use within the Library.
Mobile Outreach Service
The Geraldton Regional Library offers a free service to members of the Greater Geraldton community who are unable to access the Geraldton Regional Library in person, however conditions do apply.
Outreach Services offers a wide variety of materials to residents living in assisted living, skilled nursing and retirement facilities and to those who are still living in their homes. Outreach staff select materials tailored to the participant's preferences and interests.
Alternatively, the Library can make a small collection of items available from which participants can make their selection. The service is undertaken on a set schedule occurring every four weeks. The Outreach Service extends south to Cape Burney, north to Drummonds and east to Moresby/Moonyoonooka.
For more information about the Mobile Outreach Service please email library@cgg.wa.gov.au or phone the Geraldton Regional Library on 9956 6659.
Library Tours
A great way to discover more about your library. Not sure how to search our catalogue or where to discover our various resources? Then book into one of our discovery sessions. For more information regarding Library Workshops contact the Geraldton Regional Library on 08 9956 6659 or email the library.
Inter Library Loans (ILLs)
The City of Greater Geraldton Libraries offer an Inter Library Loan (ILL) system, through which selected items can be ordered from other public libraries in Western Australia including the State Library of Western Australia in Perth. There is also an External Loan system whereby Non Fiction items or specific subject content that is not available through or substantially covered within the State Library system can be requested from other public libraries throughout Australia.
Please note: Restrictions may apply.
Queens Park Theatre Tickets
Tickets can be purchased online via the Queens Park Theatre website .For more information, please contact the Queens Park Theatre on (08) 9956 6662 or qpt@cgg.wa.gov.au.
Friends of Geraldton Library
The Friends of Geraldton Library (FOGL) are an independent group of volunteers whose interests lie in promoting and supporting the library in its role as a community hub which delivers quality library and information services. The group meets the fourth Tuesday of every second month.
Aims:
- To provide an informal and friendly forum for discussion of matters affecting our library;
- To raise funds for resources, services and facilities that benefit the community via our library. Particular focus is given to items/events that either lie outside or are difficult to accommodate within the regular library budget;
- To work in partnership with the Library in promoting a positive image of our public library;
- To support the Library in seeking innovative approaches to library service delivery to our community.
Please download an application form if you would like to join the Friends of Geraldton Library.