Information & Research
The Information & Research Centre (IRC) holds a comprehensive collection of reference works. You can contact IRC using ASK a Librarian.
| ASK a Librarian | Access your library 24/7 with this online enquiry form |
| Interlibrary loans | Newcastle Region Library can borrow books not held by our library |
| Research Assistance | Find out how IRC can help with your research |
| Stack | A collection of over 100,000 reference works |
| Repair manuals | Workshop manuals for cars, motorcycles & boats |
| Australian newspapers | From local to national, & hardcopy to microfilm |
| Australian Standards | Complete collection of Australian Standards, accessible from the library computers only |
| Building Code of Australia | Current building codes & some codes dating back to 1998, accessible from the library computers, or in print at the Information & Research Centre |
| NSW Government Gazettes | From 1832 to present |
| NSW Parliamentary Hansard | From 1879 to present |
| Find Legal Answers | Provides simple language legal guides & where you can find legal advice |
| drug info @ your library | This collection provides books, pamphlets & online materials on drug awareness |
| Student resources | Including Excel & study guides, literary criticisms, Infocus articles, & examples of PIPs (Personal Interest Projects) that received High Distinctions in the 2010 & 2011 HSC. |
| Maps & street directories | Including travel guidebooks, maps, local & national street directories |
| Colour printing and photocopying | Please see our Fees & Charges for more information |
| Faxing facilities | Please see our Fees & Charges for more information |
For more information please don't hesitate to Contact us.









