Townsville Library Hours 2026
Townsville's library listing features 3 locations in this north Queensland city. Two are public branches: the Townsville Local Library - Central Branch and the Townsville Main Library. The third is the Townsville Law Library, a specialist facility. The Local Library provides Wi-Fi, study rooms, archival collections, events, children's programmes, manuscript holdings, and exhibitions. The Main Library focuses on computer access, printing, and research resources alongside its events programme. The Law Library combines specialist legal materials with general amenities including computers, study rooms, printing, and research support. All three branches open on Sundays from 13:00 to 17:00 and operate Monday to Thursday from 09:00 to 20:00. With consistent hours across every location, planning a visit to any Townsville library is straightforward.
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Townsville Public Library Branches
Townsville Local Library - Central Branch
Public library
Address: 8729 Elm St, Townsville Queensland 9359, Australia
Phone: +61 2 1367 7479
Website: townsvillelocallibra.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Free WiFi, Study rooms, Archives, Events & talks, Children's area, Manuscripts, Exhibitions, 24-hour access
Townsville Main Library
Public library
Address: 2105 First St, Townsville Queensland 4903, Australia
Phone: +61 1 7821 4731
Website: townsvillemainlibrar.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Public computers, Printing & copying, Research help, Events & talks, Exhibitions, 24-hour access
University & Specialist Libraries in Townsville
Townsville Law Library
Special library
Address: 4075 Church St, Townsville Queensland 7857, Australia
Phone: +61 3 5544 5526
Website: townsvillelawlibrary.gov.au
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday - Thursday | 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
| Friday - Saturday | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
Services: Public computers, Study rooms, Printing & copying, Research help, Events & talks, Rare books, 24-hour access
Townsville Library Visitor Tips
All three Townsville branches share identical opening hours, so pick the one closest to you or best suited to your needs.
The Local Library is the only branch with a children's section and exhibitions, making it the best option for families.
If you need printing or computer access, head to the Main Library or Law Library.
About Townsville Libraries
Public library membership in Townsville is free for residents. Your library card works at both public branches, so you can borrow from the Local Library and return at the Main Library. E-books and audiobooks are typically accessible through digital lending platforms such as BorrowBox or Libby, requiring only a valid library card. PressReader may offer newspaper and magazine access. Study rooms are available at the Local Library and the Law Library. Printing and photocopying services operate at the Main Library and Law Library. Children's programmes run at the Local Library, which also holds manuscript and exhibition collections. The Law Library serves the legal community but may also offer general public access to its study and research facilities. For event schedules, item reservations, or questions about specific services, contact the branch you plan to visit.
Townsville libraries at a glance
- 3 libraries listed: 2 public libraries, 1 special library
- Earliest weekday opening: 9:00 AM — Townsville Local Library - Central Branch (Monday)
- Latest weekday closing: 8:00 PM — Townsville Local Library - Central Branch (Monday)
- Open on Sunday: 3 of 3 libraries
- Most common services: Events & talks (3), 24-hour access (3), Study rooms (2), Exhibitions (2), Public computers (2)
Visitor Tip: Hours on this page are the published weekly schedule for each Townsville branch. Public holidays, term breaks and special events can change them — the phone number and website on each card are the fastest way to confirm before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Townsville library is open on Sunday?
All three locations open on Sundays from 13:00 to 17:00: the Local Library - Central Branch, the Main Library, and the Law Library.
What are the opening hours of Townsville Main Library?
The Main Library opens Monday to Thursday 09:00-20:00, Friday 09:00-17:00, Saturday 09:00-17:00, and Sunday 13:00-17:00.
How many libraries are listed in Townsville?
Three library locations are listed: two public branches (Local Library - Central Branch and Main Library) and one specialist branch (Law Library).
Which Townsville library has study rooms?
The Local Library - Central Branch and the Law Library both offer study rooms. The Main Library does not have study rooms listed among its facilities.