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Borrow a laptop at the Library

A red laptop self-service unit near the entrance to the Library

Posted on Jun 9 2023 by a1198610

Need access to a laptop? Don’t panic! The Library has a new Laptop Self-Service Unit that provides students with 24/7 access to laptops that they can take off campus.

Visualise Your Thesis - competition now open!

Posted on May 31 2023 by a1198610

Dust off your creative spark and present your research in a 60-second video or audio-visual presentation and you could win $1000! Submissions are now open for the 2023 Visualise your Thesis competition.

Meet the author event with Sophie Gonzales, in conversation with Sean Williams

Posted on May 17 2023 by a1198610

Come along to the latest Friends of the Library meet the author event on May 31 with Sophie Gonzales, in conversation with Sean Williams.

Winner of the 2023 Hugh Martin Weir Prize

Ashley Dennis-Henderson wearing a graduation cap and gown in front of a busy Bonython Hall

Posted on Apr 3 2023 by a1198610

The Barr Smith Library and Weir family are pleased to announce that Ashley Dennis-Henderson has been awarded the��2023 Hugh Martin Weir Prize.

Access changes to Level 2 North

Photo shows desks in the Barr Smith Library Reading Room

Posted on Mar 29 2023 by a1198610

Starting Monday 3 April 2023, the Library will begin its refurbishment of Level 2 of the Barr Smith Library. The first stage of the refurbishment will be in the Reading Room. Please note, there will be no access to the Reading Room from 3 April 2023.

Using the Library with confidence

Row of students in the reading room, one girl is smiling at her computer

Posted on Mar 22 2023 by a1198610

As you begin to delve into your subjects, don’t forget about the Library’s resources. Our resources can guide you to find and evaluate information through Library Search, as well as reference your information sources correctly.

Open Education Week

Posted on Mar 1 2023 by a1198610

It’s time to learn about open education! Running between 6 - 10 March 2023 and organised by (OEGlobal), is an opportunity to learn all about open educational resources (OERs).

[Read more about Open Education Week]

Welcome to Semester 1

Two students sitting in the Reading Room, chatting and smiling at each other

Posted on Feb 27 2023 by a1198610

A big welcome to everyone starting (or returning to) their studies! We've compiled some of the services and support offered by the Library during your time at the University. We are here to help you succeed.

Five ways the Library can help your teaching

Posted on Feb 1 2023 by a1198610

Are you teaching next semester, trimester, or term? Here are five ways the Library can help you provide your students with an engaging learning experience.

Recreational Reading Collection now on Level 1 South

Posted on Dec 21 2022 by a1198610

The Recreational Reading collection has now moved to Level 1 South of the Barr Smith Library, across from the Yaitya Ngutupira Collection. Come and relax on the comfy reading chairs or take a book home for the break!

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