My online library

Login to Parkes Shire Libraries online services using your library card number and date of birth (DDMMYYYY).

This function allows you to search our online catalogue, reserve tiles and renew your items.

View the online catalogue here.

Those with access to Parkes Shire Libraries full and online-only membership have access to several online collections. To access any online collection, you must enter your library card number and date of birth (DDMMYYYY).

BorrowBox

Download the free BorrowBox app to access a wide range of eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines. Borrow up to 6 eAudiobooks and ebooks, plus unlimited eMagazines for 26 days and one renewal.

Download the BorrowBox app on Google Play Store or Apple App Store; alternatively, you can use the BorrowBox website.

Indyreads

Indyreads is a free app on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The app provides access to over 18,000 independent Australian and international titles, classic literature and modern award-winning titles. Indyreads allows you to borrow twenty eBooks and eAudiobooks at a time for 21 days. 

Beamafilm

Beamafilm is a free app providing library members access to various documentaries and independent feature films. The app is available for download on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store; alternatively you can use the Beamafilm website.

Parkes Shire Library full and online-only members have access to various online databases. Log in to the following online databases requires entering your Library card number.

NoveList

NoveList is a database by EBSCO to provide customised reading recommendations for borrowers. The database presents fiction, non-fiction and audiobooks with specialised recommendations, reviews, articles and lists to help you pick your next read.

Access the NoveList Database online

Computer School Training Program

The Computer School is an online computer and technology-based training centre providing diverse tutorials and lessons. The site offers tutorials on topics such as Apple, Androids, MYOB, Microsoft, Adobe, Digital photography, Social media and Cybersafety.

Access the Computer School online

World Book Encyclopedia Online

World Book Online is a verified and trustworthy digital resource that helps information seekers find the content they need at the correct reading level. The site has thousands of informational articles with stunning illustrations, videos, interactive maps, research help, and activities.

Access World book Encyclopedia Online

Gale Databases

Gale offers a variety of resources for education, lifelong learning, and academic research. Giving access to peer-reviewed articles; full-text magazines, newspapers, and eBooks; primary source documents; and videos or podcasts, Gale puts the right vetted content and tools at your fingertips!

Access Gale Databases online

Additional Databases

There are a range of additional online databases that you can access, including:

State Library NSW

Thinkuknow cyber safety

CSU HSC Guide for Students

Get Parliament Information

Aussie Driver Program

If Parkes' libraries do not stock an item you wish to borrow, you will be offered two options:

• If the item was released within the last two years, fill out the 'Purchase Suggestion' form below. Our acquisitions team will consider your suggestion for purchase, and we will notify you of the outcome.
• If the item was released more than two years ago or is not appropriate for the existing collection, you can request an Inter-Library Loan. Visit your local library branch to place an inter-library loan request. Please note that a $5 fee is payable for each item at the requested time.

Click here to view form.