Welcome to NSW.net
The State Library’s NSW.net team delivers a range of services that help make internet connectivity and eresources more affordable and accessible to public libraries and the communities they serve.
Connectivity
NSW.net negotiates and subsidises internet broadband services, infrastructure, and equipment, and also offers free technical phone support.
Overview
NSW.net offers internet connectivity services, infrastructure equipment with installation, WMS server and equipment, and comprehensive reporting and monitoring.
Service providers
NSW.net offers a wide range of high-performance internet services through our partner Internet Service Providers: TPG, Optus, and Telstra.
Support
The NSW.net support program offers phone and remote support to help you resolve issues with your NSW.net internet services.
indyreads
indyreads is a statewide ebook and audiobook platform available through local public libraries in NSW. Managed by the State Library of NSW, it supports local independent publishing and self-published content.
Library members can access a diverse collection, including Australian and international titles, award-winning literature, and classic fiction and non-fiction. Collections are available in multiple languages and can be accessed via a browser or Android and Apple apps.
Eresources
NSW.net provides free access to statewide online databases, training courses and professional development opportunities, and negotiates consortia opt-in offers for the NSW public library network.
Statewide licensed databases
NSW.net provides free access to 17 statewide online databases, ensuring all NSW public libraries can offer their communities a quality set of online information resources.
Training
NSW.net collaborates with providers to develop and deliver training courses, as well as offering a range of online professional development opportunities through the State Library.
Consortia opt-in offers
NSW.net negotiates consortia opt-in offers for the NSW public library network, providing significant discounts and a diverse range of digital content to meet community information needs.