National Library of Australia eResources: Who Qualifies and What You Get

This scheme provides digital access to a wide range of scholarly and research materials through the National Library of Australia. It is designed to support learners and researchers by providing a massive online collection of information.

👤Who it's for

This service is available to people who are residents of Australia. If you live in the country, you are eligible to use these digital tools to support your studies, professional development, or personal research interests.

🎁What you get

The primary benefit is access to a massive digital collection that would otherwise be difficult or expensive to obtain privately. This includes academic journals, which are peer-reviewed articles used for deep research, as well as various databases containing specialized information. You can also access a wide array of e-books, allowing you to read digital publications from your own device.

💰What it costs you

Access to these eResources is free. There is no subscription fee or hourly charge to use the digital library. However, to use the service, you must complete a registration process to obtain a library card. This requires a bit of time to set up your account and verify your details, but once registered, you can use the resources without further cost.

⚠️The catch to know

It is important to understand that not everything is available through the digital portal. While the eResources are extensive, some specific materials and resources are restricted to on-site use only. This means you would need to physically visit the library's location in Canberra to access those particular items.

📝How to apply

1. Visit the official National Library of Australia website.
2. Locate the section for library card registration.
3. Complete the necessary registration steps to receive your library card.
4. Log in to the portal using your new credentials to begin browsing the digital collections.

https://www.nla.gov.au