Learning and Recreation
Townsville Citylibraries provides programs, activities and services for people in the Townsville community.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (Murri) Services
Discover more about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and history with events, programs, and resources including the Norman B. Tindale collection.
Visit our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Services page for more information.
Book Clubs
Your library offers general book clubs, the First Nations Book Club and provides assistance to existing external groups.
Visit our Book Clubs page for more information.
Computers, Digital Technology, Online Help and 3D Printing
If you would like support to learn more about using computers and mobile devices, to explore apps, programs, social media, online learning, email and internet searching, and 3D printing, find a session that’s right for you.
Look for our One to One session bookings to help with computer and internet basics and software assistance.
Ask at your local library for further information or search on What's On Townsville.
Learning Links
Learning Links is about people learning from each other. It's a friendly, relaxed way to learn one-on-one or in small groups at little or no cost. It provides opportunities for individuals to try new skills without the pressure of formal classes.
For further information on Learning Links is available on our Programs and Activities page.
Learning Townsville Directory
The Learning Townsville Directory is a one-stop shop for learning opportunities in Townsville. Visit our YouTube channel to hear about the learning journey of past Cowboys co-captain Johnathan Thurston and high performance manager Paul Bowman.
Local History
Townsville's history is the story of the place and its people. The local history collection is primarily a collection of books and artifacts donated by the people of Townsville, with a carefully selected collection of items designed to compliment this. This collection tells many stories; come in today, phone or email on historyandheritage@townsville.qld.gov.au to find out if we are able to assist you in your research, or simply visit the collection. Digital content is being created all the time; have a look at the video's, books and images. Many enthusiastic and dedicated family historians have participated in workshops to preserve family photographs and learn more about their family history.
Visit our Local History page for more information.
Townsville Reads
Citylibraries delivers many reading programs, events and resources for everyone in the community, including book clubs, author visits, eBooks, reading recommendations, Good Reading Magazine, and One Title One Townsville.
Visit our Townsville Reads page for more information.
For more information, enquire at your local Citylibraries branch.
