Membership

Gold Coast Libraries membership gives you access to a world of content and experiences, both in our libraries and online. Visit, borrow, download, discover and enjoy.

Membership is free for Gold Coasters and if you're a visitor, sign up for temporary membership while you're visiting our city!

Temporary online-only membership

If you can't get to a library, Gold Coast residents can join as a temporary online-only member to access to our great collection of digital resources.

Your request will be processed in two working days and your temporary online membership number will be emailed to you. You can then start downloading and streaming to your preferred device.

If you joined as a temporary member, please visit your nearest library with two forms of ID and we will be able to upgrade your membership as long as you still meet our membership conditions. See below for details of acceptable ID.

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Full membership – join now at your library

Gold Coast residents, ratepayers and timeshare certificate holders can join and access our full range of content and services.

Membership for visitors

Visitors can sign up for temporary membership, ideal for holidays or short trips to the Gold Coast.

Residents of neighbouring Queensland local government areas – Scenic Rim, Brisbane, Logan and Redland Councils – can join Gold Coast Libraries as a reciprocal member. Other Queensland residents can join on a six-month membership.

For Tweed Shire Council residents we also offer fee-based membership with the same benefits that locals enjoy.

Ask us for further details and requirements.

Membership benefits

Your Gold Coast Libraries membership unlocks access to our huge range of books, audiobooks, magazines and music, available to borrow, download or stream.

But that's just the start! Your membership also gives you access to various services.

Benefits for visitors may vary. Ask us for details.
Find out more about membership terms and conditions.

Benefits

• Our 24/7 eLibrary
• Diverse resources
• Access to services & facilities
• Variety of events & programs
• Advice from our helpful staff

Membership for locals enables you to:

• Borrow up to 50 items, including up to 10 items from the accessible collection, at any time for three weeks, and renew them twice for 3 weeks if nobody else has requested them.
• Pick up and return items to most libraries, many of which offer out-of-hours returns.
• Request items currently on loan to pick up or download when available.
• Request the purchase of books, large print books and audiobooks not found in our catalogue through our Suggest a Purchase service.
• Access your account via our website, library app, by phone or at any library.
• Download ebooks, eAudiobooks, magazines and newspapers.
• Stream music on your own devices.
• Use online research tools and learning tutorials/resources.
• Use our Interlibrary Loan service to request books, magazine articles or microfilms that are not held in our collection (available for unrestricted adult memberships).
• Reserve/use a computer for up to 60 minutes per day at any of our 11 locations.
• See our Latest updates page for more details of current services available.

When you join, you'll get a library membership card (which you can store on your phone if you prefer) and PIN (personal identification number).

Your card and PIN enable you to borrow items from the library, use library PCs, and access our huge range of online resources - including books, ebooks, eAudiobooks and magazines - from anywhere.

You can check your account, search the catalogue, manage your holds and more - at any time - through our website or app.

Website

Login to your account at the top right hand corner of any page, or in the library catalogue.

App

Our free MyLibrary! App is available for Android devices through Google Play and Apple devices through the iTunes app store. After downloading, follow the on-screen prompts to set up. The library name is City of Gold Coast Libraries. You'll need your library card number and PIN.

Changing your details

You can change your PIN at any time by logging in to your account, or ask at your library. If your contact details change, please advise your nearest library to update your account.

Lost your library card?

If you lose your card or it's stolen, tell your nearest library as soon as possible. Replacement cards are available from all libraries with confirmation of identity.

Find out more about your membership terms and conditions.

If you have a question or need help, just ask – in person, by phone or email.

Your library membership card gives you access to many benefits, so you'll need it for most library transactions. Online services will need your card number and PIN.

As a member, you have rights and obligations to help us deliver a great library service for all our members. We don't charge overdue fees, but we ask that you take care of the items you borrow, and return them when they're due back.

Collection content

The City of Gold Coast City does not censor its library collection which includes material in print, audio-visual and digital formats. There may be content within the collection that is not suitable for persons under the age of 18 years including content that is unclassified. 

By becoming a member of City of Gold Coast libraries, parents and caregivers accept responsibility for their children’s access, selection and use of all library materials and services, in both physical and digital formats. Council accepts no responsibility for the supervision of minors’ selection and use of any library content.

View all your rights and obligations of library membership – Local Law No. 4 (Libraries) 2008 and Subordinate Local Law No.4.1 (Libraries) 2008 at City of Gold Coast – Local Laws.