Membership

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State Library Victoria offers all Victorians free access to our extensive collections, resources and expert staff. Joining as a free Access member means you can be part of our community and access the collection anywhere, anytime. Or, choose a paid membership for more.

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Free Access

Free

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Your free digital library card, available to Victorian residents.
All memberships include:
  • Access to 6 million titles for reference within the Library
  • Order digital copies from the collection
  • Access ebooks, ejournals, magazines and newspapers
  • Book meeting rooms and creative technology studios
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Student*

$78

/ annual

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Added support and spaces to enhance study-time.
*Open to everyone, you don’t need to be enrolled at an institution.
  • Tote bag and welcome pack
  • Early bird and discounted tickets to workshops and events
  • Behind-the-scenes talks and tours
  • Member-only events
  • Curated, member-only stories and newsletters
Student Benefits
  • Career networking events
  • SWOTVAC (exam prep) study zone with snacks
  • Extended access to meeting rooms
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Family

$96

/ annual

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Exclusive experiences and events for the whole family.
  • Tote bag and welcome pack
  • Early bird and discounted tickets to workshops and events
  • Behind-the-scenes talks and tours
  • Member-only events
  • Curated, member-only stories and newsletters
Family Benefits
  • Members Lounge access
  • Family pass to attend paid school holiday events
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Cultural

$119

/ annual

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Exclusive experiences and access to private events.
  • Tote bag and welcome pack
  • Early bird and discounted tickets to workshops and events
  • Behind-the-scenes talks and tours
  • Member-only events
  • Curated, member-only stories and newsletters
Cultural Benefits
  • Members Lounge access
  • Invitation to exclusive Cultural Membership previews and events
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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 early-stage new Victorian business founders.

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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.

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Have a question about membership?

Contact our friendly staff by sending us your enquiry or talk to us when you visit the Library. We are here to help. 

Email: membership@slv.vic.gov.au
Phone: 03 8664 7000

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