Research Databases

You can use your library card to access premium research databases with reliable information on health, science, the environment, news and current affairs, humanities, geography and more. Download full text and peer reviewed articles, view images and videos.

Click here to search our eLibrary Research Databases

Family History

Get started with your family history research in the library and online. Come into the library to discover your family’s story by accessing the genealogy records of Ancestry and Find My Past.

 Email to localstudies@georgesriver.nsw.gov.au or visit our local studies research rooms:

• Hatton Room at Clive James Library, Kogarah
• Local Studies Room at Hurstville Library

We can help you find information and advise you on the best place for your research. Book a research session with a member of the Local Studies Team

The first 30 minutes is free, with longer research attracting a fee. View the Georges River Council fees and charge for a list of current fees.

Online Learning

You can use your library card to access online learning resources.

Learn about web design, photography, 3D animation, graphic design, music or video editing and more with LinkedIn Learning (previously called Lynda.com).

Use Road to IELTS - International English Language Testing System to access free online self-study resources covering English preparation courses for reading, writing, listening and speaking. You can train for General IELTS and Academic IELTS exams and gain feedback on where you need to improve.

Check out more Learning resources from our eLibrary.

Legal and Drug Information

The State Library of New South Wales, in consultation with experts, have developed and made available a number of specialist information resources. These resources are available online and in the physical collections of public libraries.

Find Legal Answers provides access to current information about the law in NSW. The website lists legal topics with a range of useful links to service providers, articles, resources and research online and in print form as well as suggestions on how to access assistance with legal matters.

Drug Info provides free information about drugs, alcohol and the law for the community of New South Wales. The website provides up to date, relevant information about the effects of drugs and alcohol through a variety of articles and online resources as well as information regarding laws related to drug use, possession and supply through research, articles and links. There are also several resource links available with advice and support for these topics.

Community Noticeboards

Our community noticeboards are for organisations, groups, and individuals to inform the community about local events, activities, and meetings.

Please find more information from Conditions of Use: Georges River Libraries Community Noticeboards.