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Your Library Service in Knox, Maroondah & Yarra Ranges

Membership is free and any Victorian resident can join the library, provided they supply proof of identity and a Victorian address on first visit. You can join in person or online below. Children under 16 will need to sign up by visiting a library as they require the signature of a parent or guardian to become library members.

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Find a Library

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Renew items

Renew items

All items may be borrowed for up to 3 weeks and will be renewed twice automatically (a total of 9 weeks) unless they are reserved by another member. You will be notified via email regarding the status of your item renewals, overdues, reminders and reservations.
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Print, Photocopy or Scan

Print from anywhere

Microsoft Office, PDF or image files can be uploaded to the Library Web Print system or you can print in branch from our public PC's.

CHARGES APPLY:
B&W A4: 20c, A3: 40c
Colour A4: 60c, A3: $1.20

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Use a Computer

Use a Computer

Every Library has public PCs that can be used for free by members. Bookings for the library PCs can be made in person, over the phone on 1300 737 277.
All branches also offer free Wi-Fi internet access to compatible devices.
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Change my password

Change my password

If you have forgotten your password, you can reset it yourself online.
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Update my contact details

Update my contact details

You can update your personal account details by logging into your account on the catalogue. You will need your current password to update any information.
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Use free digital resources

Use free digital resources

Access the full range of eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, study resources and streaming services from our eBooks + Digital page
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Use free Wi-Fi

Use free Wi-Fi

All branches offer free Wi-Fi internet access for members. Simply login with your library card number and password. Wi-Fi is active 24/7, even when libraries are closed.
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Get email & text reminders

Get email & text reminders

You can update your notification preferences in person at any branch, by calling your local library, or via the catalogue.
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Reserve an item

Reserve an item

You can reserve up to 25 items at a time. Reservations can be made via the catalogue – just have your library card number and password nearby to sign in.
You have ten days to collect an available reservation.
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View borrowing history

View borrowing history

Your borrowing history can be viewed from our online catalogue after signing in.
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Have overdue items

Have overdue items

There are no charges for items returned after the due date.

Final overdue notices are posted out 28 days after the item/s are due. The charge listed is the cost of the item/s if not returned. If the item/s are returned, the charge will be waived.

Lose a Library item

Lose a Library item

You are responsible for all items borrowed on your card. The replacement cost of any item lost or destroyed is required to be met by you or, in the case of someone under 18 years, your parent or guardian. This includes an item destroyed by fire or stolen.

Lose my Library card

Lose my Library card

You cannot borrow without your physical or digital library card. If you lose your card, please notify the library immediately and a stop can be placed on the card to prevent unauthorised borrowing. There is a $3 charge for a replacement card

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Becoming a member

Becoming a member

Membership is free for any Victorian resident, provided they supply proof of identity and a Victorian address. You can join in person or, if you’re over 18, you can join online. Children under 16 will need the signature of a parent or guardian.
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Borrowing Library items

Borrowing Library items

Library members may borrow an unlimited number of library items, at any time. The only exception applies to board games and console video games; members may borrow up to two at a time.
All library material may be borrowed for 3 weeks.
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Volunteering

Volunteering

Volunteer positions may be available at your library.

Please visit your local branch to learn more or submit a query via the Volunteers Page.
Volunteer information

Work Experience

Resources for Schools

We accept Work Experience students from secondary schools. Work Experience applications must be made at least four weeks ahead of your planned commencement date.
Apply for work experience

About Us

Your Library Limited is a co-operative venture of three outer eastern metropolitan councils – Knox, Maroondah and Yarra Ranges – serving a population of 435,000 residents across the three municipalities. Your Library Limited is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee and is registered as a charity with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission.

Your Library Administration
10 Caribbean Drive
Scoresby, VIC 3179
Phone: 03 9800 6400

Knox City Council
Maroondah
YRC

Your Library Board

The Your Library Board consists of two Councillors from each of the Member Councils, appointed as Directors of the Company.

The role of the Director is to provide leadership for the good governance of the company. In a rapidly changing environment, our Board is flexible and responsive to the meet current needs and to prepare our company to face future challenges.

The responsibilities of the Board includes:

  1. Policy Development: Establishing policies that govern the library’s operations, including usage policies, collection development, and community engagement.
  1. Budget Oversight: Overseeing the library’s budget and ensuring financial stability. This includes approving budgets, monitoring expenditures, and sometimes participating in fundraising activities.
  1. Strategic Planning: Setting long-term goals and strategies for the library, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of the community. This can involve assessing community needs, technology trends, and library services.
  1. Advocacy and Public Relations: Acting as advocates for the library in the community and government. Board members may work to raise the library’s profile, secure funding, and build partnerships with other organizations.
  1. Evaluation and Accountability: Assessing the performance of the library. This involves ensuring that the library meets legal requirements, like those in the Corporations Act 2001, and other standards.
  1. Appointment and Evaluation of the Library Director: Hiring and evaluating the performance of the CEO, who is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the library.
  1. Compliance with Legal and Ethical Standards: Ensuring that the library operates in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and ethical guidelines.

Directors

Organisation Structure

Management

Chief Executive – Joseph Cullen
Corporate Manager Customer Experience – Sarah Hopkins
Corporate Manager Business & Technology – Premal Niranjan
Manager Collections – Lyn Baines
Manager Branch Services – Chantell Harriss
Manager Business Systems – Lynda Duffus
Acting Manager Children’s Services – Melissa Bilston
Technology & Digital Services Lead – Angus Cooke

Branch Managers & Team Leaders

Knox
Manager – Knox Library – Alan Sewell
Team Leader – Boronia Library – Jessica Brown
Team Leader – Bayswater Library – Jane Ward
Team Leader – Ferntree Gully Library – Ajne Graham
Team Leader – Rowville Library – Kaitlyn Woods

Maroondah
Manager – Realm –  Sally Fornaro
Manager – Croydon Library – Janet Laws

Yarra Ranges
Manager – Lilydale Library – Robin Barden
Team Leader – Montrose Library – Suzanne Allan
Team Leader – Mooroolbark Library – Emma Jahn
Team Leader – Belgrave Library – Federica Mastrangelo
Team Leader – Healesville Library – Sabina Wills
Team Leader – Yarra Junction Library – Judy Cousins

Policies

Click on the links below to access the policy.

Reports

Accessibility

Your Library values accessibility and is working to ensure our library branches can be visited by every community member.

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