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Library from home
The Digital Library is always open! We bring you lists and information about eAudiobooks, eBooks, eMagazines, online newspapers, learning tools, streaming movies and music - so you can enjoy the #LibraryFromHome.
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Streaming Video: Movies, Documentaries and TV
Streaming Video
Beamafilm
Beamafilm is a streaming platform that has a curated collection of international movies and documentaries, with a strong Australasian focus.
Kanopy
On-demand streaming video service with a large collection of award-winning independent, international and classic films, and documentaries.
Kanopy Kids
Kanopy Kids is a collection of movies and shows for kids.
Access Video
World-class documentaries, award-winning educational films, and helpful instructional videos on every known subject.
eAudiobooks
Kids eAudiobooks
Young Adult eAudiobooks
eBooks
Kids eBooks
Young Adult eBooks
Reading from home - eMagazines
Update on the OverDrive & Libby apps
OverDrive is discontinuing the legacy OverDrive app in early 2023 and transitioning users to the Libby app.
House, home and interior design
Get some inspiration for your home and garden with these great eMagazines, available on Libby or OverDrive or PressReader.
Science & Nature eMagazines
Get the latest science magazine covering topics, science, nature and technology straight to your device - always available.
Scientific American Archive 1845 to 2015
Online archive of Scientific American, that has been reporting on unique insights and developments in science and technology since 1845.
