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Library Collections

Adult Collection

The adult lending collection is for everyone who is 16 years of age or have their parents permission.

A wide variety of formats are available to be borrowed - the loan periods vary according to the format. For details ring 9725 0363.Fiction books.

  • Non fiction books.
  • Large print books.
  • Talking books (books on audio-cassette).
  • Magazines.
  • Paperbacks.
  • Young adult resources.
  • Videos.
  • DVD's. 
  • Resources in 16 languages other than English. Includes Arabic, Assyrian, Bosnian, Cambodian, Chinese,  Croatian, Filipino, Italian, Lao, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Spanish, Thai & Vietnamese.
  • English as a second language (ESL) resources.
  • Kits to learn English.
  • Kits for learning other languages. 

     

      Children's Collection

    This collection is housed in a dedicated children's area and can be used by both children and adults.  The material is directed toward ages K-6.

    The following items are all available to be borrowed - the loan periods vary according to the format. For details ring 9725 0363.

  • Children's Kits and Audio Cassettes.
  • Children's Books in languages other than English.
  • Children's DVD's and Videos.
  • Children's Picture Books.
  • Children's Non Fiction Books.
  • Children's Fiction Books. 

    The Children's area  at the Whitlam Library, Cabramatta also has it's very own Reference Library for study.

     

    Reference Collection

    The Whitlam Library in Cabramatta has one of the largest reference collections in Sydney. To ensure the availability of items this collection is cannot be borrowed. For details ring 97250366.

  •  Print and Internet Resources.
  • Online Databases.
  • Remote Access to Electronic Resources
  • Past HSC Papers.
  • Print and Electronic Journals
  • Newspapers (both hardcopy and microfilm retrospective dates vary).
  • Local Studies Collection at the Whitlam Library.
  • Genealogy Resources at the Whitlam Library.

    Library Services

    Internet Access

    Fairfield City Library Service provides free access to the internet at all our library branches for the purposes of research and information.

  • Free access computers. A maximum of 8 hours per week per person is available on these computers. Chat services, email, ecommerce or online games are not part of the free internet access service.

  • User pays Internet access. A user pays service is available for a small fee and gives you access to the Internet for email, chat groups, business transactions, online games and detailed research.

  • Computer classes. From time to time the Fairfield City Library runs Internet classes at a very reasonable cost. Check with your local branch or watch the Library News Page.

    Before using our computers please familiarise yourself with our Code of Conduct and Internet Policy.

    Wireless Hotspot Service

    The library offers a wireless hotspot service for a small fee for those people who would like to connect to the internet at the library using their own laptop.

    We also have designated areas where you can access power if required.

    This will be available at all the branches except Smithfield.

    Access cards only cost $5.00 each and you can access the internet for 24 hours. 

    Interlibrary Loans

    If we dont hold the item you need, we may be able to borrow it from another library for you! Items not held by us may be obtained from another library free, however charges may apply under the following circumstances - 

  • Lost or damaged items.Charges will be determined by the Interlibrary Loans Officer.
  • Libraries not bound to an agreement. 

  • Libraries outside the public library system will usually levy a charge if they agree to loan us an item on your behalf. 

    If this occurs we will seek your consent and acceptance of any charges before we proceed with the loan. In addition to this there is sometimes an optional Fast Track Service (within 24 hours) available. This will cost $18.00, and regretably we will have to pass this cost onto the client. 

     

    Housebound Readers Service

    If you can't get to the library for medical reasons we will come to you!

    Fairfield City Library Service provides a dedicated Housebound Readers Service to our elderly and disabled members who reside within the Fairfield Local Government Area. Each fortnight our staff select some items based on your preferences and David (our driver) will deliver these to your home.This ensures that every member of the community has access to library materials.

    The only requirement is a  certificate from your GP to indicate that you are housebound, either temporarily or permanently.

    Formats include:
  • Normal and Large Print Books
  • Audio Books 
  • Videos
  • DVD's
  • Magazines

    Every year we host a Christmas party for our housebound patrons. This is where you can meet other patrons in similar circumstances to yourself, as well as say hello to the library staff. 

    It's alway nice to be able to put a face to a voice on the phone!

    For further information please contact Nirmala on 9725 0341.  

     

      Library Facilities

    Some of the facilities offered at the Whitlam library and most of the Branches are:  

    • Photocopiers (b & w, colour), printers and fax machine.
    • Meeting rooms for hire (contact the relevant branch).
    • Community information board.
    • Display and exhibition space.
    • Computers for office, e-mail and chat.
    • Free internet access for research purposes.
    • Document printing, binding and laminating.
    • Microfiche and microfilm reader/printer at the Whitlam library.
    • Children's games for use in the library.

    With the exception of  the free computers, all computer use is charged at $2.00 per hour (50c for 15 minutes)

  • A4 b&w printing and photocopying 20c
  • A4 colour printing and photocopying 40c
  • A3 b&w photocopying 40c
  • A3 colour photocopying $1

     

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