Our Services
Gladstone Regional Libraries has a broad range of services available both in person and online.
Accessibility
Gladstone Regional Libraries provides accessible services and collections available to all our patrons. The accessibility of our library collections is increased with a wide variety of Audio and eBooks as well as Dyslexic Friendly Text and Large Print items.
Bookclubs
Want to join an existing club or start one at your local library? We’ve got resources for starting your own bookclub available for members. If you don’t want to form your own why not join one of our library run clubs or join online for Ben’s Online Bookclub each month.
Computers and Printing
All our libraries have computers for public access with free internet access and a variety of software. Printing from our computers and photocopying are available for a fee. For more information go to Computers & Printing.
3D printers are available at Boyne Island, Calliope and Gladstone City Libraries. More information is available here about types of prints and how to request them.
Collections for all Ages
Gladstone Regional Library branches have collections of fiction and non-fiction books for all ages, as well as large print books, magazines, CDs, audio books, and DVDs. To search our catalogue or join online just click here.
We loan Queensland Museum Kits to educational institutions. Click here for information about the program and kits.
The Gladstone Libraries App is available to download to access the library catalogue, eLibrary resources, and your library membership record. You can even use it to access your library card barcode on your phone!
Programs for all Interests
With six branches region wide we offer a range of programs to suit all interests including:
- Adult Programs. Card & board games, movies, or just a cuppa and chat session, each of our library branches run a variety of programs aimed at adults.
- Children and Youths. Check out our Young Peoples pages for programs aimed at 0-18 years old.
- Gardening programs. To complement our free seed library, we have a range of gardening themed activities for all ages throughout the year.
- MakerTime programs. Like to make things with your hands? We’ve got a variety of Makerspace type activities for all ages to get their hands on.
- Tech Help. Check out our range of digital literacy and technology assistance programs.
Check out our What’s On page for upcoming events.
Home Library Service
Gladstone Regional Libraries provides a Home Library Service to residents of Gladstone, Boyne Island, Tannum Sands and Calliope. The Home Library Service caters to the needs of residents who are unable to visit a library due to medical, physical, or other special reasons.
History and Genealogy
Gladstone City Library has a Local Collection Room which houses the Local Studies and Genealogy collections, as well as computers and a microform reader for research. For more information click here.
Our Family History Online page provides a variety of links to assist you with your family history research. Assistance can also be provided as part of our Tech Help programs.
Justice of the Peace Service
A JP is available at some of our branches dependant on volunteer availability. A full list of dates and contact details are available on our Justice of the Peace page.
Local Author Books for Sale
Browse our Local Author page to discover what has been written about our region or by people who live (or have lived) here. We sell books for all ages and interests. Click here for lists, prices, and image galleries.
Meeting Rooms for Hire
Meeting rooms are available for hire at Boyne Island, Calliope and Gladstone City libraries; more information is available here.
Out & About Library Service
The Out & About Library van visits some of the rural communities of our region. Dates and more information can be found here.
Seed Library
The Seed Library is available at most branches of Gladstone Regional Libraries. More information is available here.