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Make the most of what your Library has to offer with events for all ages, clubs to join, tech training and help, print, copy and internet services, free Wi-Fi, and housebound services.
Library services
Library services include:
Books on Wheels is a free delivery service for City of Joondalup residents who are unable to visit a Library. An agreed number of preselected items including books, audiobooks and DVDs will be delivered fortnightly to your home or care facility.
Eligibility guidelines
The following are requirements for eligibility to access Books on Wheels:
- Must live in the City of Joondalup
- Not be able to visit a library due to
- Frailty, disability or illness
- Compromised mobility
- Being in long recuperation
- Residing in aged care or nursing home.
- Can visit a library but facing difficulties with Library navigation or carrying Library items.
For more information call 9400 4755 or via books.onwheels@joondalup.wa.gov.au
Your unwanted books can be donated to the libraries provided they are less than 12 months old and in good condition.
Books accepted:
- adult fiction
- children’s fiction and picture books
- young adult fiction
- adult non-fiction.
If the item is of a local or historical significance, it may be considered for inclusion in the Local History collection.
How to donate
To donate, contact your local library to arrange a time with staff. Donations are not accepted outside of opening hours.
Free computer and Wi-Fi
Public computers have the following features for members and non-members:
- Internet access in metered time slots
- Word processing
- Spreadsheets
- Office presentations
- Print facilities - charges apply
- Save documents to USB.
Please note, web content filtering is in place to block unsafe material and sites. For more information read the public internet terms and conditions.
Scan and photocopy
Each Library has a coin operated colour, A3 photocopier. Charges apply.
Use the photocopier to scan documents to your email address or your USB storage device for free.
| A4 | A3 |
|---|---|
| B/W single sided 20c per page | B/W single sided 40c per page |
| B/W double sided 40c per page | B/W double sided 80c per page |
| colour single sided $1 per page | colour single sided $2 per page |
| colour double sided $2 per page | colour double sided $4 per page |
A volunteer Justice of the Peace (JP) is available to witness and certify documents and wills.
- Joondalup Library, Thursday 5pm - 6.30pm
- Joondalup Library, Saturday 10am - 12.30pm
- Woodvale Library, Saturday 9.30am - 11.30am.
No bookings are required.
Important note: there may be occasions when the volunteer JPs are unavailable. Call staff to confirm sessions before visiting.
- Certified copies – bring the original documents and copies. Photocopiers available.
- Witnesses – bring someone with you as a second witness (if required).
Other JP services are available throughout the City of Joondalup, see map below or please search our Community Directory.
Meeting rooms are available at Joondalup and Whitford Libraries for individual or commercial hire. There are dedicated Library meeting rooms available for hire during library open times.
Parking
Parking at Joondalup Library has time limits in place. Dedicated one-hour parking in front of the Library and two-hour time limits in the Library under croft.
Parking is available adjacent to Whitford Library.
View parking options. Please share them with your colleagues and guests.
Technology
All rooms have an overhead data projector included in your hire. HDMI and VGA connection available. Libraries have free Wi-Fi, but it is recommended you rely on your own data source.
Accessibility
Check services and facilities at each location: Joondalup Library and Whitford Library.
| Whitford | Joondalup room 1 or 2 | Joondalup room 1 & 2 combined |
Joondalup ground floor - weekends only | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Size | 4.8m x 8.2m | 6.3m x 6m | 12.6m x 6m | 12.8 x 8.m |
| Seating capacity (theatre) | 30 people | 23 people | 46 people | 50 people |
| Seating capacity (tables) | 24 people | 16 people | 32 people | 35 people |
| Standing capacity | 45 people | 35 people | 70 people | 50 people |
| Furniture | Specify requirements on booking | 5 tables and 23 chairs | 10 tables and 46 chairs | 5 tables and 50 chairs |
| Kitchen facilities* | No | Yes | Yes | No |
*Refreshments such as tea/coffee/milk are not provided.
Costs
| User | Rate per hour |
|---|---|
| Category A: an organisation, group or individual hiring a venue as part of a business, for business purposes, and/or for financial benefit. | $28.40 |
| Category B: a charity, an incorporated association or a community group, government department / agency or educational provider with an annual gross revenue of less than $10 million and more than $3 million, occupying the premises for non-commercial purposes. | $5.70 |
| Category C: a charity, an incorporated association or a community group with annual revenue of less than $3 million, or an individual hiring a venue for non-commercial purposes. | $1.40 |
All prices include GST. Terms and conditions apply.
Virtual tour of meeting rooms
Go on a virtual tour of the meeting rooms.
- Joondalup virtual tour of meeting rooms located up on Level 1
- Whitford virtual tour of meeting rooms.
Australian and international newspapers are available in print and online at Joondalup Libraries.
The following newspapers are kept for a limited time only at all libraries:
- The West Australian
- The Sunday Times
- The Australian
- The Guardian.
The Guardian Weekly and International Express UK are held at Joondalup Library only.
Online
- The West Australian archive – 2004 to yesterday
- The Sunday Times – 2017 to yesterday
- Australian and UK newspapers on BorrowBox.
Not a member? Join as an online member and gain immediate access to selected online resources.
Databases
A selection of Australian newspapers (text only) can be accessed through the Libraries’ subscription to the Informit databases including older issues of The Australian and Financial Review.
Not a member? Join as an online member and gain immediate access to selected online resources.
Archives
The Local History collection includes over 80,000 newspaper articles clipped from local papers since 1981. In addition, old issues of community newspapers have been transferred to microfilm and searchable PDF. Please ask Local History staff for assistance.
With a collection of over 5,000 carefully curated titles located in the Joondalup Library, the Reference collection specialises in titles to support upper and tertiary education and includes an extensive Western Australian collection.
- Books
- Journals
- Dictionaries
- Atlas and directories
- Staff are available to assist with academic and personal enquiries and research.
Reference collection borrowing
The following conditions apply when borrowing from the Reference collection:
- Loan for up to 7 days
- Borrow up to two items
- No renewals
- No reservations
- Pickup and return to Joondalup Library.
Build your independence and confidence when using technology, the internet, and doing all things online. Libraries have a team of people ready to answer your questions or enhance your digital skills. Book a time to sit with one of our Keystrokes volunteers in a one-to-one session to learn how to use your laptop, tablet or mobile phone.
Print from home or your mobile device via email or document upload. Visit your preferred branch to pay and collect.
| A4 | A3* |
|---|---|
| B/W single sided 20c per page | B/W single sided 40c per page |
| B/W double sided 40c per page | B/W double sided 80c per page |
| colour single sided $1 per page | colour single sided $2 per page |
| colour double sided $2 per page | colour double sided $4 per page |
*Important note: A3 printing is only available at Joondalup Library.
Library events
Your Library has a wide range of engaging one-off events, seasonal activities and regular programs and clubs to join and enjoy. Our events are carefully designed to foster social inclusion and wellbeing, making them perfect for individuals of all ages.
Follow the Libraries Instagram and Libraries Facebook to hear about latest events online.
Adult events
Joondalup Libraries, in partnership with Dymocks Joondalup, host regular Meet the Author talks throughout the year, from popular high-profile authors to local authors and those just starting out. Subscribe to the Libraries eNewsletter or follow us on social media to receive early notifications.
| Knitting clubs | Crochet clubs | |
| Duncraig Library | Every Wednesday at 2pm | - |
| Joondalup Library | Every fourth Saturday at 1pm | - |
| Whitford Library | Every Thursday at 1pm | Every Wednesday at 10am |
| Woodvale Library | - | Every Wednesday at 9.30am |
No cost. No booking required.
Discovery sessions are held across all four branches and offer a variety of events, presentations, workshops and classes. Check out our seasonal Events and Programs Guide below for details of the latest events.
Our parenting workshops cover a range of topics relevant to parents, from baby massage to styling advice for new mums. Check out our seasonal Events and Programs Guide below for details of the latest events.
- Art group
- Brain games
- Canasta club
- Chess club
- CoderDojo
- Cuttings and cake
- Embroidery group
- English conversation group
- French conversation group
- Game on
- Jigsaws
- Mah Jong
- Mindful mending
- Tabletop games
All four Joondalup Libraries hold a range of clubs and groups for all members of the community.
If you have a new phone, tablet or laptop but you're not sure how to set it up or use it, we can help!
Build your independence and confidence with technology, the internet, and all things online, with the help of our friendly staff and Tech help volunteers.
Sessions are free and are for one hour at a time.
Contact your closest branch to book.
| Joondalup | Duncraig | Whitford | Woodvale |
| 9400 4707 | 9400 4790 | 9400 4870 | 9400 4180 |
This group meets twice a month and encourages all levels and types of writing. The group is at capacity and is not currently taking new members.
This group meets months. It is currently at capacity and is not taking new members.
Express your interest in joining these clubs via library.programs@joondalup.wa.gov.au.
Children's events
Some of the events you can expect to find are:
- Held weekly at 10am.
- Learn new rhymes and songs and develop your baby's pre-literacy and social skills in a fun environment. No cost. No bookings required.
| Monday | Joondalup Library |
| Tuesday | Duncraig Library |
| Wednesday | Woodvale Library |
| Thursday |
Whitford Library |
- Held weekly at 10am during school term. Held all year round at Woodvale Library.
- These sessions encourage the love of books and language while letting your child move and be creative. No cost. No bookings required.
| Tuesday | Whitford Library |
| Wednesday | Joondalup Library |
| Thursday | Woodvale Library |
| Friday | Joondalup Library |
- Weekly, 10am.
- These sessions encourage a love of reading, stimulate the imagination and enhance social interaction with other children outside the home.
- Weekly, 10am.
- These sessions encourage a love of reading, stimulate the imagination and enhance social interaction with other children outside the home.
| Monday | Duncraig Library |
| Wednesday | Joondalup Library |
| Thursday | Duncraig and Joondalup |
| Friday | Whitford and Woodvale |
- Stories, songs and hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) activities that encourage children to use their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, imagination and creativity.
- Every Saturday at 10am at Whitford Library.
- Held on Wednesday at 10am at Whitford Library until Wednesday 25 June.
- These sessions are aimed at children who prefer to experience story time in a quiet small group setting. Enjoy stories, songs and activities that promote literacy followed by sensory playtime. No cost. No bookings required.
Visit the City's event calendar.
- Tuesday - Whitford Library at 4pm
- Wednesday - Woodvale Library at 4pm
- Thursday - Duncraig Library at 4pm
- Saturday - Joondalup Library at 2pm
Held during school term only.
- Monday - Whitford Library at 4pm
- Tuesday - Woodvale Library at 4pm
Walk-ins are welcome each week, space permitting.
Visit the City's event calendar.
Visit School holiday programs page.
Visit the City's event calendar.
Chess afternoon
CoderDojo
Come along to learn how to code, develop websites, apps, programs, games and much more.
Discovery Outbound
Discovery Outbound offers a wide range of exciting activities and excursions for people over the age of 50.
Discovery Session
Discovery Sessions provide life-long learning opportunities for all adults.
Family History Help
Family History Help is a volunteer-led program that provides assistance to people who wish to research their family history.
Meet the author
Meeting a published author, listening to their story, and finding out what makes them tick is a great way to spend an hour or two.
Memory Cafe
The program aims to provide a supportive social network for families and carers of those with dementia in a friendly, relaxed environment.
Story Time
Story Time sessions are designed for children aged two to four years. Come and enjoy the stories, songs, and creative play.
Tabletop games
If you love board or tabletop gaming, or have been waiting for the opportunity to start, here is your big chance to play some really interesting games.
Toddler Time
Come along for stories, songs and rhymes with lots of action for your energetic toddler.
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