Exciting News – We’re Open!
Library Life Will Be a Little Different for a While…
We are delighted to confirm that all three Coffs Harbour City Council’s Libraries reopened to the public on Monday, 29 June. We’re excited to welcome you back but it’s important to note that your library experience will be a little different than usual.
Library Services
Until further notice, Library customers will be able to access the following services only:
1. Collect reserved library items,
2. Browse the shelves,
3. Use the self-check kiosks to borrow items,
4. Use the PCs for 60 minutes (members) and 30 minutes (visitors) at a time, and
5. Join the library.
Altered Library Hours - Until Further Notice
• Toormina and Woolgoolga Libraries: 10 am to 1 pm, Monday to Friday
• Harry Bailey Memorial Library: 10 am to 12 noon and 1pm to 5pm, Monday to Friday
• All branches: 10 am to noon, Saturday
The temporary ‘Select and Collect’ service which has been in place since Monday 1 June, finished operating on Saturday, 27 June. The library’s popular online resources and programs will also continue until face-to-face programs can be restarted. We will let you know when that time comes.
*Due to social distancing requirements, library staff will not be able to provide assistance in using public PCs*
We appreciate your understanding during this challenging time and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Oh: and we’d like to remind you to please remember to bring your library card with you; it’s been a while since it got some use – let’s get it back in action!
Staying Safe
Coffs Harbour Libraries would also urge anyone who feels unwell to stay at home.
Coffs Harbour Libraries are following the latest guidelines from NSW Health. We are implementing a range of stringent health procedures to ensure the safety of all borrowers, visitors and staff members. This includes:
• Strictly limiting the number of people inside facilities to one person per four square metres to ensure physical distancing.
• Recording the contact details of people entering the libraries and retaining it for four weeks.
• Ensuring appropriate sanitation procedures are followed.
• The quarantining of all returned stock for 24 hours and the wiping of items with plastic covers with disinfectant.
We urge you to continue to stay safe and vigilant with social distancing and hygiene measures in line with Government guidance. For more information and regular updates from Coffs Harbour City Council visit
Council's dedicated web page for the Coronavirus situation.
For library enquiries during this time, you can contact us Mon – Fri, 10am-5pm and Sat, 10am – 12noon except public holidays.