Membership
Discover curiosities, treasures and the latest inspiring stories from our community and inside the Library.
Access
Your free digital library card to access our items and services
Free
Free to join
All memberships include access to:
- over 4.5 million resources for reference within the Library
- order digital copies from the collection
- ebooks, ejournals, magazines and newspapers
- book meeting rooms and creative technology studios.
Membership extras
- Researcher Membership
Student
Added support and spaces to enhance study time
$78/annual
Student benefits
- Career networking events.
- SWOTVAC (exam prep) study zone with snacks.
- Extended access to meeting rooms.
You’ll also get: a tote bag and welcome pack; complimentary and discounted event tickets; member-only events and newsletters; and behind-the-scenes talks and tours.
Membership extras
- Researcher Membership
Family
Family-friendly exclusive experiences and events
$96/annual
Family benefits
- Members lounge access.
- Family pass to paid school holiday events.
You’ll also get: a tote bag and welcome pack; complimentary and discounted event tickets; member-only events and newsletters; and behind-the-scenes talks and tours.
Membership extras
- Researcher Membership
Cultural
Exclusive access to behind-the-scenes experiences and events
$119/annual
Cultural benefits
- Members lounge access.
- Invitations to exclusive Cultural Membership previews and events.
You’ll also get: a tote bag and welcome pack; complimentary and discounted event tickets; member-only events and newsletters; and behind-the-scenes talks and tours.
Membership extras
- Researcher Membership
Researcher Membership
Researcher Membership gives you access to collection material that may need handling assistance or specialist equipment. You'll be able to view these items in our Heritage Collections Reading Room. This can be applied to any free or paid membership.
StartSpace Membership
StartSpace provides early-stage business founders access to professional co-working spaces, practical guidance and mentoring, workshops and a community of like-minded entrepreneurs. Membership is open to all new Victorian business founders and entrepreneurs.
Gift a Library Membership
Looking for a unique gift idea for a friend or loved one? Share the love of learning by gifting a Library membership filled with exclusive experiences and offers they can enjoy for an entire year.