This Library and Information Week (LIW) we’re talking about the many challenges people face when it comes to reading.

From Tuesday 1 July 2025, Maitland libraries will no longer offer Freegal Music.

From 1 July, Maitland Libraries will discontinue physical newspaper subscriptions, with all now available online via NewsBank.

Starting July 1, Hoopla will be our primary platform for streaming a range of online content, including music, films, TV shows and more.

Maitland Libraries warmly invites eager readers to join us for Literature Live, an exciting series of insightful author talks starting this May.

Maitland City Council’s popular Toy Library will reopen on Wednesday 3 April at East Maitland Library in time for the Easter school holidays.