Library Services

Etheridge Shire Council Library

Library Service Points

Georgetown RLQ
Located at the Terrestrial Centre
20 Low Street
Georgetown, QLD 4871

Opening Hours

April - September

7 Days a Week

October - March

Weekdays: 8:30am - 4:00pm

How to Join the Library

It’s free and easy to join!

Visit us in person and bring proof of address (e.g., driver’s licence or utility bill).
Fill out a membership form at the library counter.
Or join online by clicking here.

Library Facilities

Public computers
Free Wi-Fi
Printing, photocopying & scanning
Study spaces and reading areas
Children’s area and family seating
Accessible entry
Local seed library

Library Services

As a member, you have free access to the State Library of Queensland’s collections, including:

Range of book, DVD, audiobook and magazines
eBooks and eaudiobooks
Inter-library loans
Local history resources
Access to online learning platforms
Research tools and guides
Plus so much more!

Library Programs & Events

Children’s Storytime
Sprout Squad
Book Club
Contact us if you would like to learn more about our library programs and events.

Online Library Catalogue

Rural Libraries Queensland (RLQ) is a partnership between local councils and the State Library of Queensland, working together to deliver quality public library services to rural communities across the state.

Through the Aurora online catalogue, members have 24/7 access to a shared collection of resources and services from 28 participating councils, along with over 20 Indigenous Knowledge Centres.

Contact Details

Address: 20 Low Street, Georgetown QLD
Postal address: PO Box 12, Georgetown QLD 4871
Email: library@etheridge.qld.gov.au
Phone: 07 4079 9092

Community Libraries

The towns of Forsayth, Einasleigh and Mt Surprise each operate a community library for residents to access books.

Library Exchanges can be found at most Tourist Parks for visitors to the region to swap and share the love of reading.