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How to join the library
Membership is free.
Residents and non-residents of Lake Macquarie can join.
Access all of our collections and services with one card by completing the
Online Application Form
or visit any
Lake Mac Libraries' branch
.
Bring along identification with your name and current address to complete your application.
Under 16? Ask a parent of legal guardian to come with your and make sure they bring identification.
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FAQ’s
You can borrow up to 40 items.
Loan periods are four weeks for most items, or two weeks for popular items such as new titles, magazines, DVDs and CDs.
Items can be borrowed from and returned to any
Lake Mac Libraries' branch
.
Items can be reserved for free.
You can
manage your Library account online
.
After hours return chutes are available at Belmont, Charlestown, Toronto, Speers Point, Edgeworth, Cardiff, Morisset and Wangi Wangi Libraries.
Fees and charges
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Lake Mac Libraries' fees and charges
.
Overdue fees are charged per item per day (from the 8th day after the due date).
Maximum overdue fee per item is $10.00.
No fees applies for juniors, institutions or Home Library.
Lake Mac Libraries will consider a reduction in late fees up to a maximum 50% for customers in circumstances of hardship. All requests must be received in writing, supporting documentation may be requested.
Depending upon the balance of outstanding fees, borrowing privileges may be withdrawn.
If you have any questions about our fees and charges please contact your
local branch
or email
lakelibraries@lakemac.nsw.gov.au
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