The grand home by the sea
We recently told the story of Fairlight House, one of the grandest homes in Manly that was demolished in 1939. That...
Our Librarians can liven up your lockdown by choosing for you
If lockdown for you is feeling a little like Groundhog Day – our Library2U delivery service has got you covered...
Access a gale of knowledge with our new databases
A wealth of resources that can help you with your study or general curiosity.
Stay safe and enjoy our Library2U
In times like these, there can be nothing better than a good book so we hope that your days at...
Locals are loving Library2U
Thousands of locals like you are feeling a little bit brighter during our stay-at-home orders thanks to our Library2U delivery...
Keeping kids engaged with the library
While you can't bring your little ones by for a visit, there are many ways kids can stay engaged with...
Your library at home
Read, watch, listen or learn at any time with your library membership. Here are some tips for discovering our wide range...
Over 4,000 items delivered since return of Library2U
Library2U was launched again last week and already over 4,000 items have been delivered to more than 2,000 homes. So...
Celebrate NAIDOC Week with these reads
We have a large collection of titles available, both fiction and non-fiction, by remarkable Indigenous authors. Many of these titles...
Library2U is back delivering entertainment this lockdown
While our library branches have had to close their doors, we’ll still be keeping you entertained, with the return of...
How Fairlight got its name
The suburb of Fairlight was named after one of the grandest homes constructed on the Northern Beaches, Fairlight House. It...
Temporary closure of library branches
To comply with the current NSW health orders, all library branches (including all community libraries) will be temporarily closed from 6pm…
Help us stay COVID safe
With the reintroduction of COVID-19 restrictions, we are taking the appropriate steps to help keep our staff and community safe. ...
Your one-stop shop for eMagazines
To wrap up our eWeek celebrations, we're showcasing the thousands of eMagazines available in Overdrive's Libby app. Here are some tips...
Get ahead in your career
Studiosity and LinkedIn Learning are two fantastic resources that can not only support you through the process of getting a job but...
Borrow items using only your phone
Borrowing your library items has never been easier or safer. The self-service borrowing feature through your library app allows you...
A historical timeline of Warriewood Wetlands
In celebration of World Environment Day, we are exploring the history of Warriewood Wetlands. If you weren’t aware, Warriewood Wetlands...
Queen's Birthday Closure
All Northern Beaches Council Library branches, including the community libraries, will be closed on Monday 14 June for the Queen's Birthday...
Watch the best stories read aloud
Today, in celebration of eWeek, we're showcasing Story Box Library. It is a fantastic resource for children that explores just how...
Five things you can learn in eWeek
To showcase the wonderful resources in our extensive eLibrary, we have been celebrating eWeek! It has been an opportunity for...
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