Membership is free to all permanent residents of the Scenic Rim region. New members need to show proof of identity and residence such as:
A Scenic Rim Regional Council (SRRC) rates notice
A Queensland drivers licence showing an address within the SRRC
A card showing that the applicant is enrolled to vote in a local electorate
An occupancy lease for six months or longer for a residence within the SRRC
A current utility bill
Scenic Rim Regional Council Library Service has full reciprocal borrowing rights with all Queensland councils under the terms of the State Library of Queensland Service Level Agreement. A separate library card is required for each council library service that a member uses. For reciprocal membership, one of the following proofs of identity and residency will be required:
A Queensland drivers licence
A membership card of another Queensland library service plus proof of residency
An electoral enrolment card showing the applicant is enrolled to vote in a Queensland electorate.
Temporary membership is available to all non-residents, who do not meet the criteria for resident or reciprocal membership - please contact your local branch for further details.
Mobile Library
The Scenic Rim Regional Council Mobile Library Service regularly visits 8 different communities throughout the region. These communities are Beechmont, Harrisville, Hillview, Kalbar, Kooralbyn, Peak Crossing, Rathdowney and Tamborine. At most locations an all day service is available to facilitate easy access (includes wheelchair access).
The Mobile Library carries over 6000 items across all collections: fiction, non-fiction, large print, talking books, magazines, junior and young adult collections as well as CDs, DVDs and online e-resources.
The vehicle has 3 public computers with access to the library catalogue, Internet and MS Office programs; and if you have your own laptop or personal device, free wireless internet connection is also available.
The Mobile Library is available for attendance at community functions or special events. It can be booked during the timetable-free days at the end of each month. A wide range of programs can also be provided on the day to meet the needs of your function.
For more information or to make a booking, please contact Mobile Library staff on 0418 984 064 or email library.ml@scenicrim.qld.gov.au
