Join the Library
Library membership is free and open to all residents of Western Australia.
If you are over 18 years of age you can join online or by visiting your nearest library. If you are under 18 you must be registered by a parent or guardian.
To join the library you are required to present 100 points of current identification:
Library membership is dependent upon provision of suitable proof of identity and address. Proof of identity and address is based on a 100 point identity check. The types of identification that may be used to meet the 100 points are summarised below and in the Library Membership Terms and Conditions.
| Identification | Points |
| Western Australian Drivers Licence | 70 points |
| Passport | 70 points |
| Birth Certificate | 70 points |
| Australian Citizenship Certificate | 70 points |
| Working With Children Card | 70 points |
| Centrelink Card | 40 points |
| Tertiary Student Card | 40 points |
| Proof of Age Card | 40 points |
| Companion Card | 40 points |
| Home Loan Documents | 35 points |
| Lease Agreement | 35 points |
| Council Rate Notice | 35 points |
| ATM Card, Credit card, bank book | 30 points |
| Medicare Card | 30 points |
| Utilities Tax Invoice | 25 points |
| Marriage Certificate | 25 points |
| Western Australian Library Card | 25 points |
| International Drivers Licence | 25 points |
Documented identification must include photograph, full name, West Australian permanent residential address and signature evidence for conditions of membership to be fulfilled.
One electronic version of an identification document may be provided with all other types to be in physical format.
Documentation that displays an expiry date must be current.
A parent or legal guardian, who is living at the same address, must be present when children under the age of 18 are completing a membership application.
For under 18's membership, parent/guardian ID and proof of address is required.
Once registered you can begin using library services immediately. We hope to see you at one of our library branches soon.
Please note:
- Items on loan can be renewed up to five times if the items are not overdue or reserved by another member
- A courtesy reminder notice will be sent when items are 14 days overdue
- A final notice will be sent and an administration fee charged if library items are not returned at 28 days.
Related documents
Related fees
Library Services
Borrowers Fees
| Description | Applicable to | Condition | GST | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Membership | All Users | Per Member | Inc | No charge |
| Youth Membership | All Users | Per Member | Inc | No charge |
| Internet Only Membership | All Users | Per Member | Inc | No charge |
| Temporary Membership Deposit | All Users | Per Member | Exc | $60.00 |
| Replacement Membership Card | All Users | Per Card | Inc | $7.50 |
| Internet Guest Pass | All Users | Per 30 Minutes | Inc | $3.00 |
| Library Events | All Users | Per Event - Individually Priced | Inc | From $7.70 |
| Community Book Set Hire | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $40.00 |
| Community Book Set Hire | All Users | 11 sets per annum | Inc | $400.00 |
| Description | Applicable to | Condition | GST | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overdue Item Fee | If Applicable | Applies to items returned 15 days post due date | Exc | $1.50 |
| Debt Collection Fee | If Applicable | Per Member | Exc | $80.00 |
| Description | Applicable to | Condition | GST | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overdue Fee - Late Return of ILL National Library | If Applicable | Per Item | Inc | $150.00 |
| Library Items - Replacement Cost | If Applicable | Per Item | Inc | WDV of item |
| Replacement Bar Code, RFID Tag or Item Case | If Applicable | Per Item | Exc | $9.00 |
| Replacement of Lost or Damaged ILL, National Library | If Applicable | Per Item | Inc | $150.00 |
| Replacement Lost / Damaged ILL - AF, ANF, JNR | If Applicable | Per Item | Inc | $60.00 |
| Description | Applicable to | Condition | GST | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book Sales - AF / ANF, Paperback | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $2.00 |
| Book Sales - AF / ANF, Hardback | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $4.00 |
| Book Sales - Junior | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $2.00 |
Services
| Description | Applicable to | Condition | GST | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BW Print from Public PC or Photocopier - A4 | All Users | Per Page | Inc | 0.30 |
| BW Print from Public PC or Photocopier - A3 | All Users | Per Page | Inc | $0.50 |
| Colour Print from Public PC or Photocopier - A4 | All Users | Per Page | Inc | $1.50 |
| Colour Print from Public PC or Photocopier - A3 | All Users | Per Page | Inc | $2.50 |
| Description | Applicable to | Condition | GST | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laminating - A4 Sized Item | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $4.00 |
| Laminating - A3 Sized Item | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $7.00 |
| Description | Applicable to | Condition | GST | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Image USB or digital file | All Users | Per USB or digital file | Inc | $10.00 |
| Digital Images - Not for Profit Use | All Users | Per Image | Inc | $5.00 |
| Digital Images - Commercial Use | All Users | Per Image | Inc | $60.00 |
| Oral History USB or digital file | All Users | Per USB or digital file | Inc | $10.00 |
| Research Fee - Not for Profit | All Users | First 30 Minutes Free | Inc | free |
| Research Fee - Not for Profit | All Users | Per Hour - After 30 Minutes, Maximum 2 Hours | Inc | $30.00 |
| Research Fee - Commercial | All Users | Maximum of 2 Hours | Inc | $80.00 |
| Old Mill Tour | Institutional and Group Booking Tours | Per Person | Inc | $3.00 |
| Old Mill Promotional Light Display | All Users | Per Programme | Inc | $330.00 |
| Library and Local History Promotional Sale Items | As Advertised | Per Item | Inc | $2.00 - $20.00 |
| Description | Applicable to | Condition | GST | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Book Club Titles | All Users | Per Item | Inc | From $5.50 |
| Peninsula City - Soft Back Copy | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $25.00 |
| Peninsula City - Hard Back Copy | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $40.00 |
| Looking Back at Old South Perth | All Users | Per Item | Inc | $20.00 |
