Self-Service Copying: Using Library Equipment

If you are visiting the Library in person, you can use the Library's equipment to copy items in the Library's collection or print from the Library's computers.

Copy cards

Copying and printing must be paid for by a multi-purpose card which covers all Library services. The card can be used to pay for self-service copying and printing as well request Library items from storage or access online databases from home (if you live in Victoria).

There are two ways to get a card:

1. If you only want to use the card for copying and printing:

1. Go to the Copy Centre in the Information Centre
2. Purchase a card for $1.65 from the vending machine
3. Add funds to the card for copying (using cash or EFTPOS). There is no limit to the number of times the card can be recharged with credit.
4. Take the card to the Book Desk later if you want to become a registered Library user.

2. If you are, or wish to be, a registered Library user:

1. Go to the Book Desk in the Information Centre
2. Provide your name, relevant contact details and proof of identity (unless you are already a registered user)
3. You will receive a new Library card at no cost
4. You can add funds to the card later if you want to copy or print.

Keep your Library card in a safe place, as it stores your copying credits.

Price List

What can be copied?

Most Library material on open access or delivered from the stacks can be copied, with the exception of material deemed too fragile or vulnerable to copy. Full list of restricted items.

If you request an item from storage which is delivered with a bookmark advising that no photocopying is permitted without approval, please seek advice from the staff at the Information Desk who will assess the condition of the item. They will advise which type of copier is suitable (an overhead copier is available in the Copy Centre for fragile or large material) or whether the item should be sent to the prepaid photocopying service or photographic copying service.

You may also bring in your own material for photocopying at the Library.

Location of copiers

A range of copier/printer equipment is available throughout the Library:

• copier/printers in all reading rooms, the Information Centre and the Genealogy Centre
• a colour copier/printer in the Copy Centre
• an overhead copier for copying fragile material, in the Copy Centre
• microfilm scanner/printers in all reading rooms.

These locations are clearly marked on the Library Floor Plan.

Users are obliged to copy materials within the limits imposed by copyright law. This information is posted near all photocopiers.

Staff at information desks are available to assist with self-service copying or printing inquiries.

Terms & Conditions

1. By purchasing or adding funds to a copy card the user agrees to these terms & conditions.

2. Copy cards can be purchased and used to make photocopies and print from computer printers and microfilm or microfiche printers.

3. It is the responsibility of the copy card holder to keep the card in a safe place and in good condition.

4. The State Library of Victoria will not reimburse unused credit on copy cards for cash.

5. Credit on damaged, lost or stolen copy cards cannot be transferred to a new card. Some restrictions may apply.

6. Receipts can be obtained from the vending machine at the time of purchase.

7. Funds can be added to the copy card using cash or EFTPOS. EFTPOS transactions will incur a fee. The Library Board of Victoria accepts no responsibility for incorrect charging of users' accounts.

8. The Library Board of Victoria accepts no responsibility for any infringement of copyright originating from the use of copies of material held by the State Library of Victoria. All responsibility is assumed by the user.

9. The State Library of Victoria reserves the right to supply the most suitable copying service in respect of the material in its care, or to refuse permission for copying if it is likely to damage the item.

10. The State Library of Victoria reserves the right to alter prices for copying services.

11. Copying and printing using copy cards is GST free.

12. The State Library of Victoria is committed to protecting your personal privacy and follows the privacy principles of the Information Privacy Act 2000 (Vic). At times the Library may collect personal information for internal purposes. Any information is treated as confidential and managed in accordance with the Library’s Privacy Statement.