Suggesting a Purchase

Libary patrons are welcome to suggest titles for purchase.

  • Before placing a purchase request, please search the catalogue to make sure we do not already have the item.
  • If the title is more than two years old, an inter-library loan may be the preferred option.
Suggest a purchase

All purchases must meet our collection management plan.

If we decide to proceed with a purchase, the item will be reserved on your account, and you will receive an email or SMS notification when it is ready for collection.

If a purchase is not made, we’ll leave a message on your library account to let you know.

For more help, and to make sure we have your correct contact details, please contact your local library.

Recommending a Donation

Donations form a small part of the Library’s collection, and we regret we cannot accept donations without prior approval.

  • Please contact your local library to discuss new or used items in good condition. Approval is not automatic.
  • The library does not accept unsolicited donations of self-published materials.

Exceptions may be made for local authors and/or self-publishers, provided the item is consistent with our collection development policy. Authors or publishers may email the details of the item they wish to donate to collections@ncgrl.vic.gov.au. The library reserves the right to decline the offer of a donation if it does not deem it suitable for inclusion in the collection.