The State Library's Public Library Services team provides specialist advice and support to all local councils providing public library services to the people of NSW.
People Places: A guide for planning public library buildingsPeople Places will assist you with the planning and design of public library buildings.There are five sections to guide you through the process. Sections can be used independently,
Every community is unique, and for local government the development of any type of public building must relate closely to the local community's needs, demands and aspirations.For public libraries, the greatest emphasis remains on the services and
Subscribe now and stay up to date with public library news. PLS enewsPLS eNews is a monthly newsletter from the Public Library Services team at the State Library of NSW. It lets you know about upcoming events, promotions and professional
The State Library's Public Library Services team works with councils and public libraries across New South Wales. For general enquiries please contact pls@sl.nsw.gov.auIf you are a member of the public and wish to contact the State Library, please
The State Library of NSW supports free and equitable access to books and information.Public libraries in NSW operate in accordance with the Library Act 1939 and Guidelines issued under the Act by the Library Council of NSW.
The State Library has managed a public library grants program since 1980/81. The program provides NSW councils with the opportunity to apply for additional funds for projects to improve library services for the community. Public Library
The State Library of NSW administers annual funding to NSW public libraries on behalf of the State Government.NSW councils that have adopted the Library Act and provide services in accordance with the Act are eligible for this funding. Local
