My Online Library
Access our online collections and resources whenever you like, wherever you are. Reading and information at your fingertips!
Parkes Shire Library provides free access to many online collections, resources and databases to use from home.
When accessing them from home you will be asked to enter your library card number. It can be found under the barcode at the back of your card.
If you do not have a library card, it is free to join.
Online Catalogue
Start searching our online catalogue, reserve titles and renew your items.
Login to Member Services using your library card number and date of birth DDMMYYYY.
Purchase Suggestion
If an item is not held within any of the Parkes Shire libraries you will be offered two options:
- If the item has been published within the last two years fill out the 'Purchase Suggestion' form below. It will be considered for purchase by our Acquisitions team and you will be notified of the outcome.
- If the item is older than two years or is not appropriate for the existing collection you can request the item for Inter-Library Loan by visiting your local library branch. Please note a $5 fee is payable for each item at the time of request.
BorrowBox (eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines)
Borrow, download and enjoy here! BorrowBox is home to the greatest Australian and international authors of the world's best eBooks, eAudiobooks. and eMagazines.
Borrow up to 6 eAudiobooks and eBooks, plus unlimited eMagazines at a time for 26 days and 1 renewal.
Download the BorrowBox app to access the collection from your devices via the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. BorrowBox can also be access through your PC via this link. Login using your library card number & date of birth DDMMYYYY
indyreadsAccess over 18,000 items from a statewide collection of independent Australian and International titles, classic literature and modern award-winning titles in eBook and eAudiobook formats.
Borrow up to 20 items at a time for 21 days.
Download the indyreads app to access the collection from your devices via the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Login using your library card number and your date of birth DDMMYYYY.
ilmWith Australian and International content, stream your favourite documentaries and independent feature films on Beamafilm.
Unlimited access for all library members over 13 years, with the average Beamafilm stream using 500MB of data.
Download the Beamafilm app to access the collection from your devices via the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.. Create an account using your library card number.
Find your next great read! NoveList is a database by EBSCO full of reading recommendations. Presenting fiction, non-fiction and audiobooks, it includes expert recommendations, reviews, articles, lists and more.
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Computer School Training Program
The Computer School is an online computer and technology-based training centre, providing a diverse range of tutorials and lessons.
With tutorials on Apple, Androids, MYOB, Microsoft, Adobe, Digital photography, Social media, Cyber safety and lots more.
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World Book Encyclopedia Online
World Book Online is an engaging, verified and trustworthy digital resource that helps information seekers of all ages find the content they need at the correct reading level.
Thousands of informational articles with stunning illustrations, videos, interactive maps, research help, and activities.
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Gale Databases cover a diverse range of subjects including, Australian news sources, business skills, contemporary issues, environment, geography, literature, science, and history.
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- Gale Literature:
- Gale Business:
- Gale Literature
- Gale in Context
- National Geographic
- Gale Health and Wellness
- Gale Interactive: Science
- Gale OneFile: News
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