Borrow tomes from your phone with new Citylibraries app
Date published: 21 November 2024
Townsville Citylibraries’ brand new app is making it easier than ever to explore the library anywhere and anytime.
The new Townsville Citylibraries App will let library members use their phone to tap and borrow books, reserve books, manage their family’s library account, access their digital library card and more.
Libraries and Community Hubs team manager Nicole Hunt said the new app was aimed at making the library even more accessible.
“Libraries are such an important part of our community, giving residents from all walks of life a safe place to learn, connect and enjoy our free services. Our new app is just another way to make sure our library users can make the most of our service at a time that suits them,” Ms Hunt said.
“The new app is available in more than 20 different languages, stores your digital library card and lets you browse our catalogue from the convenience of your phone or tablet.
“You’ll also be able to log into Borrowbox, Libby, Hoopla, Beamafilm and StoryBox Library via the app to access eBooks, eAudiobooks, films and more for free.
“A fun feature is our does my library have? section, which allows you to scan the barcode of a book to see if it’s part of our catalogue.
“If using an app seems a little overwhelming, don’t worry, we have lots of friendly staff who will be able to show you how to download the app and set it up. Just pop into any of our branches and chat with a team member.
“We’re also running a competition for our new app users. If you download the app before Sunday December 15you’ll be in the running to win an iPad or one of three $100 vouchers.”
Councillor Ann-Maree Greaney said the app was just one of the ways Townsville Citylibraries was connecting in with Townsville residents and visitors to the city.
“Our three Citylibraries branches and our mobile library service are a real cornerstone of our communities. They’re not only a place to check out a book or magazine for free, they’re also a place to come together, get work or study advice, use the creative studios, join in on activities, and form meaningful connections with other residents,” she said.
“With a Citylibraries Townsville membership you can also access first-class scholarly content like the Harvard Business Review Press Collection, Newsbank and more.
“The best part of Townsville Citylibraries is that they are free to visit and the resources are free to use, so if you haven’t got a membership head into your closest Citylibraries branch and sign up for free.”
To download the app, search Townsville Citylibraries in the App Store or on Google Play.
For more information about Townsville Citylibraries, visit the Libraries page.
