Your free membership

Find out how you can become a member, learn about the benefits of joining and read our membership conditions.

 

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Benefits of joining

Learn about the wide range of free services and resources you can access when you become a Darebin Libraries member.

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How to become a member

Membership of Darebin Libraries is free! Find out how you can join online, in person or sign up for an organisational membership.

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Borrowing, renewing and returning

Find out about borrowing, renewing and returning items with your Darebin Libraries membership.

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Overdue Fines Amnesty

Overdue fines will be wiped for library members who visit us in person, chat to a team member about their fines, and discover something new.

 
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Reservations and requests

Find out how you can reserve items that are on loan or at one of our other library branches, and request items that you can't find in our catalogue.

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Overdue, lost and damaged items

Information about fines and charges and what to do if you are experiencing financial difficulty.

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Darebin Libraries app
The Darebin Libraries app can make your library experience easier and more enjoyable.
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Membership Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question about our library service? Read our Frequently Asked Questions and you may find the answer.