Library branches
Libraries in Ku-ring-gai are open
In accordance with advice from NSW Health, the library is open to fully vaccinated people over 16 years of age, and children under 16 years of age who are accompanied by a fully vaccinated adult. People inside the library must wear a mask at all times. he library is open to fully vaccinated people over 16 years of age, and children under 16 years of age who are accompanied by a fully vaccinated adult. People inside the library must wear a mask at all times.
What you need to know
Opening hours
We will be operating at full normal hours. To check when your local branch is open, see the branch information below.
Reservations
You can reserve books to pick up at your local branch. Explore the Library catalogue to get started.
Knock and Drop
We have now ceased the Knock and Drop delivery service in preparation for welcoming you back into the branches. All reservations and book bundles placed before11.59pm 6 October will be delivered soon.
Reservations placed through the Library catalogue from 7 October will be held for collection at your local branch.
Returns and loan periods
Our out-of-hours return chutes are open 24/7. You can return items any time. All current loans have been extended until 1 December to allow you to return your items in the safest way for you. Our loan periods will return to normal from Monday 11 October. See information about loan periods and more on our FAQs webpage.
Storytime
Storytime will continue to be streamed online in the Ku-ring-gai Library parent's corner. Join the group to stream craft how-to videos, trivia, stories and more.
Safety in the library
In accordance with advice from NSW Health, the library is open to fully vaccinated people over 16 years of age, and children under 16 years of age who are accompanied by a fully vaccinated adult. People inside the library must wear a mask at all times.
We will be offering desk space and computer/photocopier facilities. We are allowing one person per 4sqm inside each branch and one person per 2sqm in our outdoor areas. Our COVID-Safe processes include socially distanced seating areas, sanitising stations, regular cleaning of all surfaces and limited capacity in study rooms. Please support our staff by socially distancing and utilising the sanitising stations available to you.
Vaccination, checking in and masks
All people over 16 years of age entering the library must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. People entering the library are also required to wear an appropriately fitted mask and check in to the library. We will have easily accessible check in stations for you at the entrance to each of our branches.
Room bookings
Study rooms can be booked through our website. Please note that the capacity of these rooms has been updated to allow one person per 4sqm.
Book clubs and groups
Book clubs can now access book boxes. While you are getting ready for your next club, we encourage you to join our online book club for Melissa Lucashenko's Too Much Lip. Clubs may also resume use of the library space, but must adhere to social distancing and the capacity of the space.
All groups and gatherings must consider and adhere to social distancing measures when in the library.
Ku-ring-gai Library branches
Ku-ring-gai has four Library branches at Gordon, Turramurra, Lindfield and St Ives. Click on buttons below for more information on services, programs, opening times and locations for each branch.
Gordon Library
About Gordon Library
As the main branch of Ku-ring-gai Library, Gordon is the largest of our four libraries.
We have a dedicated children’s area, private study rooms and free Wi-Fi. Our Local History section is also located at Gordon Library.
We also have an extensive Chinese language section as well as books in other foreign languages from the State Library.
Contact details
799 Pacific Highway, Gordon 2072
9424 0120
gordon.library@kmc.nsw.gov.au
Opening hours
Monday to Thursday: 9am - 8pm
Friday: 9am - 5pm
Saturday and Sunday: 9.30am - 5pm
Features
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Public computers.
- Scanning & photocopying facilities.
- Local history.
- JP service.
- Private study rooms.
- Public toilets.
Regular programs
Storytimes - currently suspended
| 0-18 months |
Monday |
10.30am Meeting room 1 |
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Thursday |
10.30am Children's area |
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Friday |
10.30am Children's area |
| 18-36 months |
Monday |
9.30am Meeting room 1 |
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Thursday |
9.30am Children's area |
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Friday |
9.30am Children's area |
| 3-5 years |
Monday |
11.30am Meeting room 1 |
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Thursday |
11.30am Children's area |
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Friday |
11.30am Children's area |
Please book through Library Facebook Page.
JP Service- currently suspended
Please see library services page for dates and times specific for each branch.
Knitting Club - currently suspended
| Second Thursday of month |
2 - 4pm |
Mah Jong Club - currently suspended
| Every Wednesday |
11am - 12pm |
Lindfield Library
Contact details
265 Pacific Highway, Lindfield NSW 2070
9424 0428
lind.library@kmc.nsw.gov.au
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 9.30am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 2pm
Features
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Public computers.
- Scanning and photocopying facilities.
- JP service.
- Public toilets.
Mah Jong Club - currently suspended
| First Wednesday of month |
10.15am - 12.15pm |
St Ives Library
Contact details
St Ives Shopping Village, 1666 Mona Vale Road, St Ives NSW 2075
9424 0453
stives.library@kmc.nsw.gov.au
Normal hours
Monday to Friday: 9.30am - 5pm
Saturday: 10am - 2pm
Features
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Public computers.
- Scanning and photocopying facilities.
Regular programs
Storytimes - currently suspended
0-18 months currently suspended
| 18-36 months |
Wednesday 9.45am
Friday 10.15am
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| 3-5 years |
Wednesday 10.45am |
Mah Jong Club - currently suspended
| Fourth Thursday of month |
1 - 3pm |
Cryptic Crossword - currently suspended
| First and third Tuesday of month |
1 - 2.30pm |
Recipe Club - currently suspended
| Fourth Tuesday of month |
12.30 - 1.30pm |
Tech Savvy Drop-in - currently suspended
| First Thursday of month |
2 - 3pm |
Lego Club - currently suspended
See Children and teens page for more information.
| Bi-monthly (school term times) Tuesday |
3.30 - 4.30pm |
Turramurra Library
Contact details
5 Ray Street, Turramurra, NSW, 2074
9424 0480
turra.library@kmc.nsw.gov.au
Opening Hours
Monday - Saturday: 9.30am to 5pm
Features
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Public computers.
- Scanning and photocopying facilities.
- JP service.
- Public toilets.
Regular programs
Storytime -currently suspended
0 - 18 months - currently suspended
18-36 months - Wednesday 9.45am
Thursday 9.45am
3- 5 years - Wednesday 10.45am
JP Services - currently suspended
Please see library services page for dates and times specific for each branch.
Mah Jon Club - currently suspended
| Second Tuesday of month |
2 - 4pm |
Knitting Club - currently suspended
| Second and fourth Friday of month |
9.30am - 12pm |
Cryptic crossword - currently suspended
Log in and explore the catalogue!
More information on current status of Council services
NSW Government COVID-19 rules
Knock and Drop delivery service
We have now ceased the Knock and Drop delivery service and are looking forward to welcoming you back into the branches. Reservations placed through the Library catalogue will now be held for collection at your selected branch.
For any patrons who are housebound due to health or disability reasons, please see the Home Library Service page for additional support.