Collections
Townsville Citylibraries offers collections, reading programs and digital resources for everyone in the community.
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Authors & Contributors
Learn how we acquire books and digital content, our guidelines for donations, and the appropriate channels for submitting works. -
Book Clubs
We support registered book clubs by providing free access to book club sets so groups can read and discuss together. -
Community Languages
Explore our resources so that you can prepare for your International English Language Testing System (IELTS) exam, learn a language, or share your community languages. -
eLibrary
Download digital resources, search databases of current information, and read online materials anywhere, anytime. -
First Nations Resources
Explore First Nations culture and history with the Norman B Tindale collection and genealogy resources. -
Library Catalogue
Search for physical and digital books, press, audio, and video across all Citylibraries branches. Sign in to check your loans, renew, reserve and request online. -
Library of Things
Providing a wide variety of leisure and learning items that are free with your library card. -
Memory Care
A collection of material for memory related conditions such as dementia, including practical guides and supportive information for families and caregivers. -
Words for Wellbeing
A list of useful, trusted, self-help resources that have been recommended by health professionals in Queensland.
Author Talk with Bruce Pascoe
Join First Nations author and storyteller Bruce Pascoe for a special Author Talk at Citylibraries Riverway. Hear about his latest book, The European Mind: Colonialism, Capitalism, Christianity & How To Recover, and explore its themes in an author-led discussion.
Garage Sale Trail
Garage Sale Trail returns to Townsville over two big weekends, 7-8 and 14-15 November 2026. Hundreds of locals will join together for one last national celebration of buying and selling secondhand. Register now!
Capital Works Program
To keep Townsville growing, Council is actively involved in the delivery of projects to provide vital infrastructure and exciting development opportunities.
Carols by Candlelight
Brought to you by Sun Metals, Townsville's favourite Christmas tradition returns to Riverway. Gather your family and friends, bring your picnic blankets and chairs, and enjoy a festive evening of entertainment under the big top tent.
Mayor's Christmas Appeal
Locals Helping Locals - Give the gift of giving this Christmas! Together, we can help local families doing it tough this festive season. Every contribution, big or small, makes a real difference right here in Townsville.