Penrith City Libraries marks Library and Information Week with enhanced services

July 22, 2024

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Penrith City Libraries is marking this year’s Library and Information Week, which runs from 29th July to 4th August 2024, with enhanced key services for its members.

Free internet access for Library members has increased to one hour (up from 30 minutes), reserves will now be free, and overdue fines will be removed (conditions for replacing lost, damaged or unreturned items will still apply).

These changes are in line with the Week’s theme, “Roots of Democracy”, which celebrates libraries providing free and equitable access to information, resources and services in their communities.

Membership registration is free for all NSW residents, and can be done at St Clair, St Marys or Penrith City Library branches.

Penrith Mayor Todd Carney said the permanent changes being made as part of this year’s Library and Information Week reflects Council’s commitment to providing free and equitable access for everyone.

Mayor Todd Carney advised “our Library plays a key role in connecting people and communities with the services, resources and information they need, and by reducing costs and improving access we can ensure everyone benefits from this fantastic resource.

“Library and Information Week is also a great way to highlight the Library’s services and the many ways the branches support the Penrith community including the Justice of the Peace availability, information sessions for seniors with reputable local organisations, and many events.

“Library members have access to the physical collection at all library branches, the digital collection, toy library collection and family games, and free homework help for primary, secondary and tertiary students, among the ongoing services in celebration of the Information Week.”

Penrith City Libraries will be joining libraries across the country using the week to explore how, why, and where libraries are strengthening their democratic processes by exploring the question, “How can libraries contribute to keeping democracy thriving?”

Find out more about Penrith City Libraries services at penrith.city/library

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