Libraries
The Shire of Roebourne has four libraries at Karratha, Dampier, Roebourne and Wickham.
All libraries are serviced by the State Library of Western Australia which provides regular exchanges of new books.
All Shire residents may use the libraries free of charge and can use their library card to borrow from any of the libraries. Initial loan period is 2 weeks. All Libraries offer word processors and Internet access. Photocopiers are available for public use. The Shire Libraries also conduct story telling sessions for pre-school children. Please enquire at your local library for times and days.
The following databases are licensed under a state-wide agreement and are available for use from home using your Western Australian public library membership card number.
New online resources
Our Libraries have acquired a new electronic resource as part of our goal to support lifelong learning in the community. To access this resource you will need to enter your library card number and create an account.
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Transparent Language is an electronic resource that allows you to access over 80
language courses, including English as a second language.
Download e-audio books
Download e-audio books from home with
One Click Digital. Use your Library card number to create a free account and start downloading today. Guide on how to use the e-audio books (
User Guide 2Mb).
Library Hours
Karratha Community Library - 9186 8660
Dampier Highway, Karratha (opposite Broadhurst Road) at the Pilbara Institute (TAFE)
Re-opened 15 April 2013
- Monday 9am to 5pm
- Tuesday 9am to 5pm
- Wednesday 9am to 5pm
- Thursday 9am to 8pm
- Friday 9am to 5pm
- Saturday 9am to 2pm
- Sundays and Public Holidays Closed
- Rhyme Time Tuesdays 9.30am to 10am
- Story Time Thursdays 9.30am to 10am
Dampier - 9183 1562
High Street, Dampier
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday : 2pm to 5pm
- Tuesday : 10am to 5pm
- Thursday : 10am to 6pm
- Saturday : 9am to 12noon
Roebourne - 9182 1223
Corner Sholl/Padbury Streets, Roebourne
- Monday: 9am to 12noon
- Tuesday: 10am to 5pm
- Wednesday: 2pm to 5pm
- Thursday: 10am to 5pm
- Friday: 9am to 12noon
- Saturday: 9am to 12noon
Wickham - 9187 1661
Tamarind Place, Wickham
- Monday: 2pm to 5pm
- Tuesday: 10am to 5pm
- Wednesday: 9am to 12noon
- Thursday: 10am to 6pm
- Friday: 9am to 12noon
- Saturday: 9am to 12noon
All libraries are closed on Public Holidays. Hours may be subject to change.