Request an item

There are 2 different ways to request titles in English which the Library doesn't currently own - you can either request the Library purchase an item, or you can place an inter-library loan request.

For items not in English, please request items in other languages.

Please note: ILL requests take on average 3-4 weeks, but may be supplied outside of this timeframe dependent on item availability.

Suggest an Item for Purchase

Randwick City Library welcomes suggestions from library members for items to purchase including books, eBooks, journals, Toys, Games, CDs, DVDs and eResources. Before making a suggestion, we recommend searching the online catalogue to see if it has already been ordered; items appearing "on order" can be reserved through the library catalogue by logging on with your member number. If we're not able to purchase the item, you still may be able to get it through an Inter-library Loan Request.

Please note:

  • Only items published in the last 2 years will be considered for purchasing, unless it completes a set or a series we already own.
  • Randwick City Library reserves the right to decide the number of copies to be purchased and cannot fulfil every request.
  • The Library's Collection Development Policy PDF, 350.11 KB outlines purchasing and collection guidelines and priorities.
  • All purchases are subject to funding and at the discretion of Randwick City Library.

Request an inter-library loan

If the item you need is not available at our libraries and is older than 2 years, we can request a copy via our inter-library loans service. This service enables you to borrow books and other resources from libraries across Australia and the State Library of New South Wales. All items are borrowed and returned at Randwick City Library locations. You can also search for items across Australia using the trove website https://trove.nla.gov.au/ . We will contact you by mail, email or phone when the item is ready for pick up.

For fees payable (per item), see inter-library loan fees applicable to requests from other public libraries, or requests from a University or Special Library.

Item Request Form
Request Type * Request an Inter- Library Loan for $2 or suggest an item for purchase
I have checked the library catalogue and this item is not held. *
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If requesting an inter-library loan, I will be subject to the replacement cost of the item, as determined by the lending library if I lose part or all of the item, or return it damaged. * If  you do not agree when making an ILL request, we will not source the item for you.
Please note most ILL requests take 3-4 weeks, and purchase suggestions depend on stock availability.
If unavailable from a public library, do you consent to the item being requested from a university or Special Library? This will incur a fee of up to $32.50 (incl. GST) which you will be charged *
Your Details
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Item Request Details
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Privacy and Personal information Protection Notice

The purpose of collection of this information is to enable Council to process your request. We will not be able to process your request if you do not provide the information. This form will be stored electronically in Council's electronic document management system. Access to this information is restricted to Randwick City Council officers. Members of the public will not be provided with access to the personal details contained on this form. View our Privacy Statement for more information.

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