Newtown Library

In a historic building known as the Salvation Army Citadel just off King Street, this library is popular with locals, students and families.

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8-10 Brown Street

Newtown 2042

Open to visit to browse and borrow, read and use the self-service computers and desks. The returns chute is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Wifi included
Free wifi
Print, copy and scan included
Use your membership card or purchase a casual use ticket from the self-service kiosk.
Self-service computers included
Computers available for use
Recycling station included
Drop off batteries, mobile phones and light bulbs outside the main entrance. Available during branch opening hours.
After-hours return chute included
Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Children’s area included
Attractions included
Mapping community artwork on the mezzanine overlooking the ground floor

Onsite mobility parking included
1 onsite mobility parking located right in front of the building at 5 Brown Street Newtown.
Mobility parking within 300m included
- 1 mobility parking space about 45m from venue. Located at 16 Brown Street Newtown, between Buckland and Bruce lanes.
- 2 mobility parking spaces about 130m from venue. Located at Watkin Street, Newtown.
Level access entrance included
4 steps or a ramp with a handrail, 950mm wide.
Entry door type included
Automatic - single sliding door, open sideward, 1080mm wide.
Floors included
- 2 floors
- Library is located on level 1 with a mezzanine space.
- Access to the mezzanine is by 2 stair cases,18 stairs each staircase.
- No library collection is stored in the mezzanine.
Lift not included
Accessible toilets included
1 unisex with LH.
Ambulant toilets included
2
Changing places facilities not included
Hearing support system not included
Wheelchair access included