Today's news in the Tim Fairfax Newspaper Reading Room
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In this world of 'media convergence', news is available from a variety of electronic sources as well as traditional newspapers. The Tim Fairfax Newspaper Reading Room provides access to many of these formats in a convenient and relaxing environment.
Traditional paper newspapers
Today's Australian dailies and a selection of Queensland and overseas newspapers in paper format are available to read in the Tim Fairfax Newspaper Reading Room. A selection of newspaper titles are available on the shelf for two weeks from the date of publication.
Newspapers online via PressDisplay
Over 300 international newspaper titles are delivered to the Tim Fairfax Newspaper Reading Room electronically each day via the PressDisplay online system. From China Daily to Wirtschaftsblatt, these are available for 45 days from their date of publication in full image format, including all photographs and advertisements.
Tip: To navigate within PressDisplay, click on a page or image of interest, or find the full list of newspapers by using the 'Select title...' button.
Access PressDisplay [new window] within the State Library of Queensland building.
Newspaper websites for today's news
Most newspapers have websites where you can browse current news stories, and sometimes archives as well. ABYZ News Links [new window: http://www.abyznewslinks.com/] allows you to find newspaper and other media websites worldwide by country and region. Scroll down under each country for a full newspaper listing.
You can also find other newspaper related websites using NetLinks.
More information
If you have an enquiry, you can contact us in any of the following ways:
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Telephone + 61 7 3840 7810
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Fax + 61 7 3840 7795
- Ask us
For general enquiries:
- Ask at your local Queensland public library
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Other libraries [new window http://www.nla.gov.au/libraries]
Last updated: 16th April 2008
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