How do you check if a book is available in a library?
To locate a book, first search the library’s catalogue. Once you have identified a book, use the call number to find the book. If you cannot find your book, then ask a librarian to look for you, or request an interlibrary loan if the book is missing.
What is eLibCat?
You can use the Brisbane City Council’s online library catalogue (eLibCat) to search for books, music, ebooks, magazines, movies and more. Databases, online encyclopaedias, dictionaries and other reference sources are also available through the catalogue.
How do I borrow books from the library Brisbane?
Brisbane City Council library members can access digital content via the online library catalogue, eLibCat. Members must use their library membership barcode number (on the back of your library card) and PIN number.
Can you eat in Brisbane City Council Libraries?
Where can I eat and drink? There are lots of signed food-friendly spaces around the Library where you can enjoy a snack. Level 1, no restrictions. Level 2, 3 and 4: outside areas.
Can I check out library books online?
Yes! Libraries allow patrons to borrow e-books or audiobooks through online systems or applications you can download to your smartphone. Visit your local library’s website for more information.
How do I check out a book from the library online?
From a desktop computer or with the browser on your mobile device, log in to your library’s online portal using your account information. Browse through until you find an e-book you want to borrow. Borrow the book. To do this, find the title of the book and the link that says Borrow or Download.
How do I borrow books from the library online?
Step 1 of 3: Borrow an eBook from your public library
- Go to your public library’s website.
- Look for the “eBooks” section of the page.
- If required, select OverDrive as the service that you’d like to use to browse books.
- Find a book that you’re interested in and click Borrow.
How can I borrow books from the public library?
When the book becomes available, you’ll get a notification email.
- Go to your public library’s website.
- Look for the “eBooks” section of the page.
- If required, select OverDrive as the service that you’d like to use to browse books.
- Find a book that you’re interested in and click Borrow.
How many libraries are there in Brisbane?
Brisbane City Council has 33 libraries located across Brisbane.
Where can I search Brisbane City Council Library?
You can use the Brisbane City Council’s online library catalogue (eLibCat) to search for books, music, ebooks, magazines, movies and more. Databases, online encyclopaedias, dictionaries and other reference sources are also available through the catalogue.
What are the languages in Brisbane Square Library?
The following additional community language collections are available at Brisbane Square – Bosnian, Bulgarian, Croatian, Indonesian, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Tamil and Thai. If you can’t find the language you want on our library shelves, ask one of our library staff for help.
Where can I borrow books in South East Queensland?
Visit your local library to join, renew or borrow books, and use the many resources on offer. Restrictions are in place for South East Queensland. Find out more. Search for books, music, ebooks, magazines, movies and more.