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Joining as a free Access member means you can be part of our community and get access anywhere, anytime.</p><p>We also offer <strong><a href="#mshipCarousel">fee-based memberships</a></strong>, where you get the value of a free membership plus added benefits, including member-only experiences, curated content, and exclusive access to reserved, private spaces at the Library. A portion of your membership fee also plays a positive role in nurturing our programs and expanding our collections for the wider Library community.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-6"> <div class="carouselTxt-carousel"> <div class="asset-img-slide"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/SLV_Membership_Carousel_Image-01_0.jpg" width="1120" height="875" alt="" /></div><div class="asset-img-slide"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/Membership_carousel-1.jpg" width="1120" height="875" alt="Glass-walled meeting room with a large screen showing digital information." title="lass-walled meeting room with a large screen showing digital information." /></div><div class="asset-img-slide"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/Cultural%20members%20at%20a%20behind-the-scenes%20curator%20talk.jpg" width="1120" height="875" alt="" /></div><div class="asset-img-slide"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/Enjoy%20invitations%20to%20member-only%20events.jpg" width="1120" height="875" alt="" /></div><div class="asset-img-slide"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/Membership_carousel-2.jpg" width="1120" height="875" alt="A group of individuals gathered around a table, engaged in conversation and seated comfortably." title="A group of individuals gathered around a table, engaged in conversation and seated comfortably." /></div><div class="asset-img-slide"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/Membership_carousel-3.jpg" width="1120" height="875" alt="Two children in bright dresses joyfully dancing in front of a colorful backdrop." title="Two children in bright dresses joyfully dancing in front of a colorful backdrop." /></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="p-item p-item__carouselTxt"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-6"> <div class="carouselTxt-desc"> <h2>A gift for you this festive season</h2> <div class="body"> <p>Become a Cultural member before 31 December and you could win an indulgent escape at the Pullman Melbourne City Centre hotel, including a night for two in a Premium Executive Room, and a $250 voucher to spend at the hotel's picturesque Blossom Rooftop Bar. Plus, one lucky runner up will receive a $250 voucher to The Moat restaurant and bar. See terms and conditions for more details.</p> </div> <div class="cta"> <a href="https://membership.slv.vic.gov.au/?tier=3">Sign up now</a><a href="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/cultural-member-prize-terms-and-conditions">Terms and conditions</a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-md-6"> <div class="carouselTxt-carousel"> <div class="asset-img-slide"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/New%20feature%20image%20for%20Membership%20page%201120%20x%20875.jpg" width="1120" height="875" alt="" /></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="p-item p-item__mshipCarousel" id="mshipCarousel"> <div class="container"> <h2>Membership options</h2> <div class="mshipCarousel-carousel"> <div class="asset-mship-slide"> <div class="asset-mship-slide__header"> <div class="img"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/mshipSlide/SLV_Membership_Access_Image%201%20%281%29_1.jpg" width="712" height="450" alt="" /> </div> <div class="title"> Free Access membership </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide__body"> <div class="body__desc"> Sign up for your free digital library card. For Victorian residents, your State Library Victoria Access membership will enable you to: </div> <div class="body__features"> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Access almost six million collection titles with the ability to order digital copies and extracts </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Access thousands of ebooks, ejournals, magazine and newspaper databases and other eresources </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Book meeting rooms and creative technology studios </div> <div class="item__body"> <p>We have 4 meeting rooms available to book online when you log in using your Library membership.</p><p>Our studios include equipment to help you produce your next audio project, whether that’s a podcast or a piece of music.</p> </div> </div> </div> <div class="cta-join cta"> <a href="https://membership.slv.vic.gov.au/?tier=6">Join now</a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide"> <div class="asset-mship-slide__header"> <div class="img"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/mshipSlide/SLV_Membership_Cultural_Image_5.jpg" width="712" height="450" alt="" /> </div> <div class="title"> Cultural membership <div class="title__price"> $119 </div> </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide__body"> <div class="body__desc"> Catering to curious minds through deeper learnings, exclusive experiences and private events. You get all the benefits of a free State Library Victoria membership, plus: </div> <div class="body__features"> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Behind-the-scenes experiences, curator talks and VIP tours </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Early-bird and discounted tickets to workshops and events </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Invitations to member-only exhibition events </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Access to member-only Lounge </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Member-only discounts </div> <div class="item__body"> <ul><li>10% off all full-priced books, merchandise, gifts and stationery at Readings State Library</li><li>10% off food and beverage at Mr Tulk and Guild cafes</li><li>10% off room bookings at Pullman Melbourne City Centre</li><li>20% off food and beverage at Blossom Rooftop Bar and Eva's Restaurant & Bar, both located at Pullman Melbourne City Centre</li><li>10% off food and beverage at Soul Café at 195 Swanston Street</li><li>Reciprocal rights at the National Library of Australia and State Library of New South Wales (including Lounge access and on-site discounts)</li></ul> </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Member merchandise </div> <div class="item__body"> <ul><li>Library tote bag and welcome pack</li><li>Subscription to our annual publication<em> The La Trobe Journal </em></li></ul> </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Monthly member-only emails </div> </div> </div> <div class="cta-join cta"> <a href="https://membership.slv.vic.gov.au/?tier=3">Join now</a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide"> <div class="asset-mship-slide__header"> <div class="img"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/mshipSlide/SLV_Membership_Student_Image_5.jpg" width="712" height="450" alt="" /> </div> <div class="title"> Student membership <div class="title__price"> $78 </div> </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide__body"> <div class="body__desc"> Providing students with added support and dedicated spaces to enhance study time at the Library. You get all the benefits of a free State Library Victoria membership, plus: </div> <div class="body__features"> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Behind-the-scenes experiences, curator talks and VIP tours </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Early-bird and discounted tickets to workshops and events </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Career-building speaker and networking events </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Dedicated SWOTVAC (exam preparation) study zone, with snacks </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Extended booking access to meeting rooms </div> <div class="item__body"> <p>We have 4 meeting rooms available to book online when you log in using your Library membership. Student members can book a double session.</p> </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Member-only discounts </div> <div class="item__body"> <ul><li>10% off all full-priced books, merchandise, gifts and stationery at Readings State Library</li><li>10% off food and beverage at Mr Tulk and Guild cafes</li><li>10% off room bookings at Pullman Melbourne City Centre</li><li>20% off food and beverage at Blossom Rooftop Bar and Eva's Restaurant & Bar, both located at Pullman Melbourne City Centre</li><li>10% off food and beverage at Soul Café at 195 Swanston Street</li><li>Reciprocal rights at the National Library of Australia and State Library of New South Wales (including Lounge access and on-site discounts)</li></ul> </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Member merchandise </div> <div class="item__body"> <ul><li>Library tote bag and welcome pack</li><li>Subscription to our annual publication <em>The La Trobe Journal</em></li></ul> </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Monthly member-only emails </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Student membership is open to all learners – you don’t need to be enrolled at an institution to join </div> </div> </div> <div class="cta-join cta"> <a href="https://membership.slv.vic.gov.au/?tier=1">Join now</a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide"> <div class="asset-mship-slide__header"> <div class="img"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/mshipSlide/SLV_Membership_Family_Image_4.jpg" width="712" height="450" alt="" /> </div> <div class="title"> Family membership <div class="title__price"> $96 </div> </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide__body"> <div class="body__desc"> Featuring exclusive experiences and family-oriented programs that are elevated during school holidays. You get all the benefits of a free State Library Victoria membership, plus: </div> <div class="body__features"> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Behind-the-scenes experiences, curator talks and VIP tours </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Early-bird and discounted tickets to workshops and events </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Family pass to attend paid school holiday events </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Member-only discounts </div> <div class="item__body"> <ul><li>10% off all full-priced books, merchandise, gifts and stationery at Readings State Library</li><li>10% off food and beverage at Mr Tulk and Guild cafes</li><li>10% off room bookings at Pullman Melbourne City Centre</li><li>20% off food and beverage at Blossom Rooftop Bar and Eva's Restaurant & Bar, both located at Pullman Melbourne City Centre</li><li>10% off food and beverage at Soul Café at 195 Swanston Street</li><li>Reciprocal rights at the National Library of Australia and State Library of New South Wales (including Lounge access and on-site discounts)</li></ul> </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Member merchandise </div> <div class="item__body"> <ul><li>Library tote bag and welcome pack</li><li>Subscription to our annual publication <em>The La Trobe Journal</em></li></ul> </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> Monthly member-only emails </div> </div> </div> <div class="cta-join cta"> <a href="https://membership.slv.vic.gov.au/?tier=2">Join now</a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide"> <div class="asset-mship-slide__header"> <div class="img"> <img typeof="foaf:Image" class="img-responsive" src="https://www.slv.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/mshipSlide/StartSpace_0.jpg" width="712" height="450" alt="" /> </div> <div class="title"> Startspace membership </div> </div> <div class="asset-mship-slide__body"> <div class="body__desc"> StartSpace is an open and inclusive community of early-stage founders looking to learn, connect and build new businesses, powered by State Library Victoria. Membership includes access to a coworking space (free or paid), free events, networking, funding and scholarship opportunities. </div> <div class="body__features"> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> StartSpace Free membership </div> </div> <div class="item"> <div class="item__header"> StartSpace Loft membership (paid) </div> </div> </div> <div class="cta-join cta"> <a href="https://startspacehq.com/memberships/">Find out more</a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="p-item p-item__carouselTxt"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-6"> <div class="carouselTxt-desc"> <h2>Here to help</h2> <div class="body"> <p>Have a question about membership?</p><p>Contact our friendly staff by sending us your inquiry. You can also email, phone or talk to us when you visit the Library. 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