Join our library

Our library is part of the Newcastle Libraries network, which means members have access to a larger range of resources in print and online.

Becoming a member gives you instant access to our collection of books, magazines, newspapers, movies, music, our eLibrary and much more.

How to join our library

Join online

Join online — it's free! Complete the online form and you will receive an email with your new membership number.

Join in person

Proof of identity (including name and address) is required to become a member of Port Stephens Library.

For those under 17 years old, membership (including unsupervised access to the internet) must be approved by a parent or guardian.

You will be issued with a library card to bring with you each time you want to borrow. Please notify your nearest library if your card is lost or damaged. A replacement fee is charged for new library cards.

Your card can be used at all Port Stephens Library and Newcastle Libraries branches.

Library eNews

Stay up to date with all of the latest news from Port Stephens Libraries. Be the first to know about upcoming events, regular programs and special author visits. Sign up today!

Borrowing information

Our loan periods are:

  • books, CDs, DVDs, audio books — 4 weeks
  • magazines — 2 weeks
  • popular items — 2 weeks (no renewals)

You can borrow up to 40 items at one time with a maximum of 20 items per visit.

Items may be renewed 3 times (excluding popular items) if they have not been requested by another customer.

Self-loan stations are available at Raymond Terrace and Tomaree libraries to allow you to checkout items in 3 easy steps.

Download the library app

Renew your items, view your digital loans, search the catalogue, place holds, view our eLibrary and more with the Newcastle Libraries app.

Download the Android app or the iOS (Apple) app.

Our fees and charges