Inter Library Loans

So you've found the resource you need, but the library doesn't have a copy in their collection. DOH! What do you do now? Contact Us to arrange an Inter Library Loan (ILL). Inter Library Loans are simply borrowing partnerships between libraries that allow them to loan materials from one another's collections on behalf of patrons. Put simply, it just means if we haven't got what you need, it doesn't mean we cannot get it for you from another library. You can search the Cairns Public Library Catalogue, the JCU library catalogue, the National Library of Australia's catalogue, the QLD TAFE Library Network Catalogue or even try Libraries Australia. We can access materials from any library in Australia. And if you're not really keen on researching who has it, just leave the detective work to us! Next time you need something and your library doesn't have it, remember ILLs and give us a call on 07 4042 2539 or drop us an email at Cairns.Library@deta.qld.gov.au. If you know your library number (student number) and PIN number, you can even fill out the online ILL Request Form. We'll get you what you need. No worries.