Tasmania Libraries 2026: Find Hours, Programs Near You

Libraries in Tasmania 2026

Libraries Tasmania (operated by the Tasmanian Government) is unusual among Australian states in that it operates as a unified statewide library service rather than a network of individual council libraries. Libraries Tasmania has branches in Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, Burnie and smaller regional communities, and all Tasmanians can join for free and access any branch. libraries.tas.gov.au

How to Join Libraries Tasmania

Register at any Libraries Tasmania branch or online at libraries.tas.gov.au. Membership is free for all Tasmanian residents. A single card gives access to all Libraries Tasmania branches across the state.

Libraries Tasmania Digital Services 2026

Libraries Tasmania members access BorrowBox (e-books and audiobooks), Libby (OverDrive), Kanopy (free streaming films and documentaries), PressReader (newspapers and magazines), LinkedIn Learning and online research databases. The National Library's Trove (including digitised Tasmanian newspapers and colonial records) is freely accessible online. trove.nla.gov.au

State Library of Tasmania

The State Library of Tasmania is part of Libraries Tasmania's network. The Hobart state library collection includes significant Tasmanian heritage materials, historical records and the Allport Library and Museum of Fine Arts. libraries.tas.gov.au/statelibrary

Community Centres in Tasmania

Tasmania's community centres are operated by a mix of local councils, the Tasmanian Government and community organisations. Hobart City Council, Clarence, Glenorchy and Kingborough councils all operate community centres across the Hobart area. Search at your local council's website or tas.gov.au.

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