Extra Access

Spend more time at the library or pop in outside standard opening hours.  

Darebin Library members that are registered for Extra Access can access Preston Library for an additional 21 hours per week:

• 8pm-10pm on Weekdays   
• 4pm-10pm on Saturdays 
• 5pm-10pm on Sundays 
• 10am-10pm on Public Holidays

Library staff are not on site during Extra Access hours. We know many people value the assistance provided by our staff. If you need support from a staff member, visit us during standard opening hours and we’ll be happy to help.

Use Extra Access to:  

• work or study
• collect your reservations
• read a newspaper
• browse for books
• use a computer or access Wi-Fi
• print, copy or scan
• hang out and play board games
• enjoy the heating and cooling  

How to sign up for Extra Access:

1. Book an induction session.
2. Attend induction and complete your application.
3. We’ll upgrade your Darebin Library membership (conditions apply).

Then you can make the most of your Extra Access! 

Note: You will need to access your email on a mobile device each time you use Extra Access. As part of the verification process, we email a one-time code which you need to enter at the keypad.

Induction bookings

Learn more about our Extra Access membership at our Extra Access FAQs page.

Terms and Conditions

Terms and conditions apply. Please read the Darebin Libraries Terms & Conditions.