Lake Mac Libraries are now open

We’re excited to announce that all Lake Mac Libraries branches have now reopened to the public.

What's on @ Lake Mac Libraries

Lake Mac Libraries have lots of events on each month, most of them completely free! Check out the calendar to see what's happening this month.

Download the library app

Access Lake Mac Libraries from your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch with our free app.

Access your E-Library

Select from our wide range of eBooks, Audio Books, eMagazines, Comics and free music.

Search our collection

Explore our extensive online catalogue of more than 120,000 books, DVDs, CDs and magazines.

Find your local library

Find your local Lake Mac Library branch, view The Rover mobile library timetable, or learn about our Community History and Home Library services.

Online Resources at Lake Mac Libraries

Lake Mac Libraries has a wide range of free resources available online and via our dedicated app.

Cancelled: Rathmines Theatre Opening Day

Published on 13 July 2020

Due to the escalating COVID-19 situation, Council has made the decision to postpone the Rathmines Theatre and Heritage Centre open day.

Windale Multi-purpose Centre a step closer

Published on 06 July 2020

A new multi-purpose centre in Windale is poised to feature a high-tech library, modern community spaces and a flexible layout in which the community can connect, learn and create.

School Holidays 'Go Wild' in Lake Mac

Published on 01 July 2020

Kids are set to go wild, writing, printmaking and facing off with giant dinosaurs as part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s July school holiday program.

The Rover service to resume from July 6

Published on 29 June 2020

Lake Mac Libraries' mobile library, 'The Rover', will resume operations from Monday, July 6.

Be part of history - record your memories of COVID-19

Published on 18 June 2020

As part of a joint project with The Children’s University of Newcastle, Lake Mac Libraries is collecting children's memories of the COVID-19 lockdown.

Locals dive into books as libraries reopen

Published on 10 June 2020

Lake Mac locals are diving back into books, with almost 21,500 items borrowed from Council libraries in the week after reopening from COVID-19 shutdowns.

Calls for Lake Macquarie School Photos

Published on 30 April 2020

Our Community History team are compiling a list of school photos of schools (past and present) in our city and we need your help!

Genealogy at Home

Published on 24 March 2020

Ever wanted to trace your family tree? Our Community History team have put together a series of helpful guides to get you started.