Libraries

Children's books The Toowoomba Regional Council manages 13 district libraries which residents of Queensland join and enjoy free-of-charge.

These libraries offer vibrant young people’s programmes, author visits, Friends of Libraries activities and home deliveries to people who are unable to visit the library themselves. Many other services are available from various libraries such as internet access, computer classes, special programmes, local history information and online databases.

Available to borrow are fiction and non-fiction books, large print books, audio books, music CDs, e-audio-books, DVDs, a Language other than English collection, learning another language material and magazines. Find out more by visiting any one of the region’s libraries including the mobile service.

To become a Toowoomba Regional library member, all you will need is identification showing your Queensland residential address.

Last Updated on Thursday, 05 April 2012 12:10

Lighten up at the Toowoomba Library

You know the library is a great place - why not spread the love? Bring in a friend to join the Toowoomba Library during May, and get a free book light to celebrate the National Year of Reading and Information Awareness Month.

Last Updated on Monday, 07 May 2012 11:42

Where DO ideas come from? workshops at the Toowoomba Library

typewriter Love to read? Become a book reviewer. Written a book? Have it read, promote and sell it.

Love to learn? Come to the "Where DO ideas come from?" workshops at the Toowoomba City Library.

Workshops will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 11:30-12:30pm and Wednesday May 30, 10:30-12:30pm.

Bookings can be made with the Toowoomba City Library in person or by phoning (07)46886670.

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Last Updated on Monday, 07 May 2012 11:57

Digital Economy Strategy Survey

Economy Strategy – Public Survey

As a result of the Australian Governments investment in the National Broadband Network (NBN), the Toowoomba Region will be one of the first communities to benefit from this valuable infrastructure.

Announcing the winners of the National Youth Week Photography Competition

Congratulations to our top three finalists in the National Youth Week Photography Competition 2012! winners_of_NYWP_competition

First place: Aleesha Friedrichs for "Leyland Farm"

Second place: Dimity Jaeger for "Under the water"

Third place: Emily Youngberry for "Toadstools"

We would like to invite you all to check out the fabulous National Youth Week Photography Exhibition at the City Art Gallery, before the exhibition begins it's tour of the Toowoomba Region.

This competition and exhibition was made possible with the collaborative efforts of the Toowoomba Art Gallery,Toowoomba Friends of the Library, and the Toowoomba Regional Library service.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 01 May 2012 13:02

Nespresso Essenza winner at the City Library!

Congratulations to Mr. G. Hansen, the new owner of a Nespresso Essenza!

Keep an eye out for our next competition, where you could win a dinner for two at Veraison.

Last Updated on Tuesday, 01 May 2012 13:05

eAudioBooks

eAudiobooks are now available!

What are eAudioBooks - an eAudioBook is the digital version of an audiobook in an MP3 format - simply
logon - download and listen.

Click here to select from our new eAudioBook Collection from the Bolinda website

How do I borrow an eAudioBook - to borrow an item you need a Toowoomba Regional Library card
and a PIN [the last 4 numbers of your contact phone number]

Search the Library Online Catalogue to find more great eAudioBook titles.

Do I need software to download an eAudiobook - no, to download an eAudiobook you only require a
media manager or media device that is MP3 compatible.