Library Collection

To make a suggestion for purchase please complete the Library Suggestion Form below. Staff will make an assessment on whether to purchase the item.

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Donations are accepted by the library, please contact your local branch to discuss donations.

Is your book club looking for new and varied reading material?

We have a large catalogue of book sets, which are available for loan by existing book clubs throughout Wellington Shire.

Our book club sets consist of 8 - 10 copes of each book, and can be borrowed as a set by a nominated member of your book club.

Book club sets can be borrowed by a nominated member for 12 weeks and are subject to availability.

Visit our Book Club set list.

Reference Collection

Our reference collection, housed at our Sale Library, contains printed material of social and historical significance to Wellington Shire and surrounds. Items in this collection are not available for loan but can be utilised within any of our library branches.

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Local Newspapers

We have a large collection of local newspapers that are available for viewing in branch at our Maffra, Sale and Yarram libraries.  

Available at Maffra Library

• Maffra Spectator – 1965 to 1980

Available at Sale Library

• Gippsland Times – 1968 to 1980 (Nov 1972 missing)
• Gippsland Times and Maffra Spectator - 1981 to 2020  

Available at Yarram Library

• Yarram Standard News – 1962 to April 2009 (1967 missing)
• Standard News - May 2009 to March 2020  
• The Bridge “COVID” newsletter from April to July 2020
• The Bridge – August 2020 to current

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Wellington Shire Archives

Council holds information and listings of records and objects held by the former Shires of Avon, Alberton, Maffra, Rosedale and the City of Sale.

The collection includes most rate books, Council minute books and memorabilia from the former shires.

For information on this archive contact our office on 1300 366 244 or enquiries@wellington.vic.gov.au.

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Historical Resources

National Library

TROVE provides access to resources about Australia and Australians, including many resources in the National Library of Australia's collection. Items available to view online include books, pictures, journals, digitised newspapers, videos and much more.

Victoria has well over 100 individual newspaper titles online through Trove. New newspapers are constantly being added to the website.  Local newspapers already digitised include:

• Gippsland Mercury (Sale, Vic.1914 to 1918).
• Gippsland Times (Vic. 1861 to 1954).
• The Maffra Spectator (Vic. 1882 to 1920).

The Library of Things is a new initiative that gives library members access to a growing collection of useful items- all for free!

To sign up for a Library of Things membership, please complete the membership agreement form.

This initiative gives library members access to a range of useful items to borrow for free, helping the community save money, reduce waste, and make the most of what’s available.

The collection will continue to grow over time, offering more ways for people to access what they need, when they need it. All you need is a free library membership to start borrowing.

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Home Energy and Water Efficiency Kits

Save money and reduce your energy consumption with our Home Energy and Water Efficiency Kits!

Making your home more energy-efficient is a simple yet powerful way to lower your carbon footprint, fight climate change, and cut down on energy costs.

‍The kit contains:

• Energy Saving Thermometer – Evaluate whether your hot water, rooms, fridge, and freezer are operating at peak energy efficiency.
• Water-Flow Rate Measuring Cup – Measure the water flow from your taps and shower to see how much water you're using per minute.
• Power-Mate Lite Energy Meter – Monitor the power consumption of devices around your home to identify the biggest energy drains.
• Thermal Imaging Camera – Detect areas of heat loss and poor insulation, find draughts, or identify inefficient appliances.
• My Efficient Electric Home Handbook – This practical guide is included to provide you with helpful tips and strategies for transforming your home into an efficient, healthy, and comfortable space.

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Each kit comes with simple, step-by-step instructions on how to analyse your findings and tips on how to make improvements.

These kits are available to borrow for free from any Wellington Shire Library in a handy carry case.

Check out the library catalogue and reserve or borrow your kit today!