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Did you know – Library Matters

Keep up to date with what's happening at the library. Displays, news, events, and much more!

Sustainable library practices

The library service has implemented several processes which foster a sustainable work environment.

Libraries Victoria mobile app

Our Libraries Victoria mobile app is unavailable for use.

Comics Plus is here

Comics Plus has something for everyone and is now available in our eLibrary.

Mildura Library hosts Chatty Cafe

Chatty Cafe is all about connecting with people in a relaxed and friendly space over a cuppa and conversation.

Access magazines & newspapers online through NewsStand

You can access magazines and newspapers online through NewsStand from Mildura Rural City Council Libraries.

You can borrow Dyslexic Books from your local library

Mildura Rural City Council Libraries have a range of Dyslexic Books with print and other features designed for people with dyslexia.

Access storytime adventures anytime with the LOTE4Kids App

LOTE4Kids now has an App so you can access storytime adventures wherever you go!

You can Yarn & Chat at Mildura Library

Mildura Library hosts a BYO craft session on Thursday afternoons.

You can always watch movies for free using your library card

Access movies and documentaries through the Kanopy app or website for free using your Mildura Rural City Council Libraries card.

You can get creative with LEGO at Mildura and Red Cliffs Libraries

Take on a LEGO building challenge or just have fun creating your own designs.

Mildura Library's community jigsaw puzzle

Join in the fun of jigsaw puzzling at Mildura Library or try our online puzzles.

October is History Month

Visit Mildura Library to view the History Month display featuring Mallee Living Histories stories, local newspapers and researching resources.

Mildura Rural City Council Libraries now offers Seniors Tech Hub

Learn to use technology confidently and safely with our hands-on tech help sessions for seniors.

Access Library For All's culturally diverse reading books online

You can access Library For All's culturally diverse, age-appropriate reading books for kids online at Mildura Rural City Council Libraries.

Local history display features researching of objects and places

Visit Mildura Library to view the display on researching objects and places.

Access free art and craft classes online

Discover a huge range of art and craft classes available for free through Creativebug.

Explore locally significant historical items like Frames of History

You can explore locally significant historical items, including the Frames of History project from author Ian McWilliams.

You can access the 1921 Census of England and Wales at the Library

After 100 years locked away the 1921 Census of England and Wales is now online and accessible for the very first time.

Mildura Library's opening hours

We are making a change to Mildura Library's opening hours for Thursdays.

Books on the Fly is free to everyone using Mildura Airport

Mildura Rural City Council Libraries and Mildura Airport run a popular mini library for travellers in the departure lounge at the Mildura Airport.

You can access Spare by Prince Harry through uLIBRARY

Are you on a REALLY long waiting list for the eAudiobook of Spare by Prince Harry? Luckily our eLibrary has another app that might be able to cut down your wait.

Local history display features 130 years of the Mildura Settlers' Club

Visit Mildura Library to view the latest local history display featuring 130 years of the Mildura Settlers' Club.

31 May is Mildura Day

Visit Mildura Library to discover and explore Mildura's history and learn more about Mildura Day.

Great news! Holds will be returning from Monday 1 May 2023

Holds sourced outside Mildura Rural City Council Libraries will be available again from Monday 1 May 2023.

ANZAC Day - Tuesday 25th April

You can browse our digital collection to learn more about the ANZACs.

Access local newspapers at Mildura Library

You can read the latest issue of Sunraysia Daily in our libraries, either hardcopy or online.

You can borrow new movie DVDs at your local library

Are you a movie buff or just looking for some light entertainment? Discover Mildura Rural City Council Libraries selection of new movie DVDs.

Local history display features first meeting of Shire of Mildura

Visit Mildura Library to view the latest local history display featuring the first meeting of councillors of Shire of Mildura held 2nd April 1890.

You can borrow music CDs from your local library

Do you love music? Pop, Country, Jazz, Classical, Folk, Rock'n'roll ... The library has something for you.

Choice magazine is available at the library

You can access Choice magazine online or borrow the magazine from Mildura Rural City Council Libraries.

Mildura Library has a young adult study zone

Are you looking for a study space to use after school or on the weekend?

Merbein Community Hub is celebrating it's 10th birthday

The Merbein Community Hub is home to Merbein Library and provides flexible space for local user groups, community meetings and library programs.

VCE reading list titles are available on BorrowBox

Are you, or someone you know, studying VCE English this year? If so, explore our VCE titles on BorrowBox.

You can access local newspaper indexes at Mildura Library

Mildura Rural City Council Libraries have available indexes for local newspapers' notices of births, deaths, and marriages.

You can borrow car manuals at your local library

Repair manuals covering a wide range of makes and models of automobiles are available to borrow from Mildura Rural City Council Libraries.

You can subscribe to our webpages

Keep up to date with events, programs and much more.

School magazines can be viewed online

Mildura Rural City Council Libraries are digitising local school magazines.

Borrow Taryn Brumfitt's books and DVD from your library

Australian of the Year 2023, Taryn Brumfitt's books and DVD are available to borrow from Mildura Rural City Council Libraries.

Local History Grape Harvest display

Visit Mildura Library to view the latest local history display about grape harvesting over the years.

Magazines for young people are available at our libraries

A variety of magazines for junior and young adult readers are available to browse or borrow at Mildura Rural City Council Libraries.

Family history magazines are available at the Library

You can browse or borrow family history magazines at Mildura Rural City Council Libraries.

Reviews of new library books feature weekly

Mildura Rural City Council Libraries staff regularly review new items being added to the library's collection.

Access to Ancestry Library Edition

Visit any of Mildura Rural City Council Libraries to access the Ancestry website.

It's free to join the Library

Find out how easy it is to join the library and what your membership can do for you.

Local history display at Mildura Library

Visit Mildura Library to view the local history display about the first professional photographer to reside and work in the district, Ernest Edgar Oswald.