Free online access with your membership
Family history
Use State Library's family history eresources and indexes to help guide your genealogical research.
Online learning courses
Learn a new skill with online video courses taught by industry experts in software, creative, and business.
Digital newspapers
ProQuest is the first online newspapers service to combine national titles from Fairfax, News Ltd and ABC.
If you have questions about membership, refer to our frequently asked questions below.
Membership features
For information on our spaces, opening hours and conditions of entry see plan your visit now.
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Access online books, magazines, journals, newspapers, documentaries and films |
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Borrow books and items from the Information Collections* |
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Access thousands of online courses |
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Research your family history with Ancestry Library Edition and Findmypast |
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Fast track your catalogue searches with personalisation options |
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Request items from the catalogue before you visit |
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Save learning and teaching resources on Curriculum Connect |
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Use a computer |
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Book an individual study space or meeting room |
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Access audio and video recording equipment, digital media software, fabrication tools and more |
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*Visit State Library to show photo ID and proof of Queensland residency.
Frequently asked questions
What do I do if I have forgotten my username or password?
Enter your email address here to receive an email with your username and instructions on how to reset your password.
Note: if your email address is registered with more than one account complete the online form or contact us on 3840 7666.
How do I change my password?
Login here to change your password.
How do I update my details?
Login to your account to update your membership. Your State Library membership will be automatically renewed once your details are submitted.
How long does my membership last?
Your State Library membership lasts for two years. You can view your membership expiration date in One Search under My Library Card, Personal Details.
We will send you a courtesy email inviting you to renew your membership one month prior to your membership expiring.
To ensure you receive our courtesy email login to your account to confirm or update your email address.
How do I renew my membership?
Login to your account to renew your membership. Your State Library membership will be automatically renewed for a further two years once you select 'submit'.
You can view your membership expiration date in One Search under My Library Card, Personal Details.
How do I cancel my membership?
To cancel your membership:
- Complete the online form OR
- Visit us at South Bank at the Welcome Desk, Level 1 or Information Desk, Level 2 and 3.
How do I report a lost/stolen library card?
To report a lost or stolen card:
- Complete the online form OR
- Visit us at South Bank at the Welcome Desk, level 1 or Information Desk, level 2 and 3
I'm under 16. Can I become a member?
Yes. Anyone can become a member of State Library of Queensland. However, if you do want to borrow items from our collections, you will require parent/guardian approval.
How can I borrow from the library?
It's easy. Simply visit us in person at State Library of Queensland to ask. If you want to borrow you will need to show proof of address in Queensland.
If you are unable to visit us in person, you can request a loan to be sent to your Queensland public library.
The perks of State Library membership
Vicki McDonald AM, State Librarian and Chief Executive Officer talks about some of the perks of a free State Library membership.
