Locations and memberships

Photo of foyer of Lakemba Branch Library

City of Canterbury Bankstown proudly provides a range of library and knowledge centres across the local area. Locations membership library Canterbury Bankstown City of Canterbury Bankstown proudly provides a range of library and knowledge centres across the local area.

Due to the NSW Government COVID-19 public health orders, our nine branches are temporarily closed and in-person programs cancelled.

However, you can still join our libraries online and then you can immediately access our eLibrary, which is open 24-7 with eBooks, audiobooks, movies, magazines and more.

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Libraries are not just for books (although we have an extensive collection!); they can be accessed for digital resources, computers, classes, activities and more. Find out what each Library and Knowledge Centre offers by clicking on the links below.

Library Memberships

Library Membership is free and you can even join online. Next time you visit the library, bring your photo ID and proof of name and address to receive your library card.

Under Council's Library Services Policy, which came into effect on 1 July 2018, parents/guardians of children under 12 years of age must remain on library premises. Anyone under 16 years of age must have a parent authority to join the library. For more details, download our Library Services Policy.

Lost cards can be replaced at a cost of $3 with photo ID/ proof of name and address.

Locations and Hours

24-hour return facilities are available at Campsie, Bankstown, Riverwood and Chester Hill Library and Knowledge Centres. An after-hours return chute is available at Lakemba Library and Knowledge Centre.

Branch	Contact details	Opening hours
Campsie Library and Knowledge Centre	Phone: 9789 9405 Address: 14-28 Amy Street, CAMPSIE NSW 2194 View map »	Monday to Friday 9.30am-8pm Saturday 10am-4pm Sunday 2-5pm Public holidays - closed
Earlwood Library and Knowledge Centre	Phone: 9789 9417 Address: Corner Homer and William Streets, EARLWOOD NSW 2206 View map »	Monday & Thursday 9.30am-8pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturday 10.00am-1pm Sunday & public holidays - closed
Lakemba Library and Knowledge Centre	Phone: 9789 9419 Address: 62 The Boulevarde, LAKEMBA NSW 2195 View map »	Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9.30am-8pm Wednesday & Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturday 10am-1pm Sunday & public holidays - closed
Riverwood Library and Knowledge Centre	Phone: 9707 5436 Address: 80 Kentucky Road, RIVERWOOD NSW 2210 View map »	Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9.30am-8pm Wednesday & Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturday 10am-1pm Sunday & public holidays - closed
Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre	Phone: 9707 9704 Address: 80 Rickard Road, BANKSTOWN NSW 2200 View map »	Monday to Friday 9.30am-8pm Saturday 10am-4pm Sunday 1-4pm Public holidays - closed
Chester Hill Library and Knowledge Centre	Tel: 9707 9740 Address: 12 Chester Hill Road, CHESTER HILL NSW 2162 View map »	Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9.30am-8pm Wednesday & Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturday 10am-1pm Sunday & public holidays - closed
Greenacre Library and Knowledge Centre	Phone: 9707 9744 Address: Community Place, GREENACRE NSW 2190 View map »	Monday & Thursday 9.30am-8pm Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturday, Sunday & public holidays - closed
Padstow Library and Knowledge Centre	Phone: 9707 9747 Address: 132 Cahors Road, PADSTOW NSW 2211 View map »	Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9.30am-8pm Wednesday & Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturday 10am-1pm Sunday & public holidays - closed
Panania Library and Knowledge Centre	Phone: 9707 9737 Address: Corner Tower Street and Anderson Avenue, PANANIA NSW 2213 View map »	Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 9.30am-8pm Wednesday & Friday 9.30am-5pm Saturday 10am-1pm Sunday & public holidays - closed
Little Free Libraries	Campsie Railway Station Hurlstone Park Railway Station Canterbury Railway Station Belmore Railway Station	Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Earlwood Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/earlwood-library-knowledge-centre	Earlwood Library and Knowledge Centre	Earlwood Library and Knowledge Centre has a plenty of features; extensive collections of books, publications and fantastic programs.
Local Library and Knowledge Centre information	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/library-knowledge-centre-information	Local Library and Knowledge Centre information	See the full list of Canterbury-Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centres, as well as their opening times and contact information.
Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/bankstown-library-knowledge-centre	Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre	As more than just a library, Bankstown Library and Knowledge Centre has a range of facilities and programs, as well as enviable collections.
Campsie Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/campsie-library-knowledge-centre	Campsie Library and Knowledge Centre	Our library service has undergone exciting and innovative changes, reflecting the dynamic environment of today's public libraries.
Chester Hill Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/chester-hill-library-knowledge-centre	Chester Hill Library and Knowledge Centre	Read about what you can do at the Chester Hill Library and Knowledge Centre.
Greenacre Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/greenacre-library-knowledge-centre	Greenacre Library and Knowledge Centre	Greenacre Library and Knowledge Centre has continued to grow for over 50 years, and now boasts modern features and extensive collections.
Joining our Library and Knowledge Centres	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/joining-our-library-knowledge-centres	Joining our Library and Knowledge Centres	Library membership is free and open to anyone. Find out more about how to apply and what your membership entails here.
Lakemba Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/lakemba-library-knowledge-centre	Lakemba Library and Knowledge Centre	Lakemba Library and Knowledge Centre is great for development and research for all ages, and of course, a large collection of books and publications.
Little Free Libraries	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/little-free-library	Little Free Libraries	Little Free Libraries is an innovative idea which encourages lending with a difference, absolutely free.
Padstow Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/padstow-library-knowledge-centre	Padstow Library and Knowledge Centre	Padstow Library and Knowledge Centre has been open since 1959, and in its current existence, it proves itself as a relevant asset to the community.
Panania Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/panania-library-knowledge-centre	Panania Library and Knowledge Centre	Panania Library and Knowledge Centre has been open since 1968, and houses an array of key titles and hosts some important programs in the area.
Riverwood Library and Knowledge Centre	https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/community/library-knowledge-centres/locations-memberships/riverwood-library-knowledge-centre	Riverwood Library and Knowledge Centre	Riverwood Library and Knowledge Centre has a huge collection of items to lend, activities and cultural events to take part in.