24/7 Library Access | 3 - 25 October 2026
The Newnham Library will be open 24/7 for current UTAS students & staff.
- Outisde of staffed hours (Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm) , access is limited to Level 1 Study Space.
- On 8-9 October, there will be no access for members of the general community. We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for understanding.
Before you visit, please remember:
To help us keep the Library a safe and welcmong space for everyone:
- Bring your UTAS ID card, as you'll need it for entry and re-entry.
- Always carry your ID card with you, as you may be asked by Security to present your card at anytime.
- Respect quiet study spaces and zones.
- Follow all Library signage, it's in place to support safety, security and access requirements.
- Do not allow others to enter behind you through secure doors
Your cooperation helps ensure the library remains safe, secure and a welcoming study environment for everyone.
The Newnham Library is located at Newnham Drive, Newnham, Launceston
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Until further notice access to the Library will be by swipe card for UTAS students & staff. Community Borrowers and the General Public should contact the Library to make an appointment
| Newnham Library | ||
|---|---|---|
| Library phone number | +61 3 6324 3541 | |
| Library email | Library@utas.edu.au | |
| Postal address | Newnham Library , PO Box 2034, Newnham TAS 7248 | |
Until further notice access to the Library will be by swipe card for UTAS students & staff. Community Borrowers and the General Public should contact the Library to make an appointment
| Days | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Library Services | Monday- Friday | 9.00am - 5.00pm |
| Level 1 - Study Space UTAS Students and Staff - swipe card access outside staffed hours | 7 days | 7.30am - midnight |
General Public & Community Borrowers | Monday- Friday | by appointment |
Public Holidays
Level 1 Study Space only: swipe card access for UTAS Students and Staff.
| Day | Date | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Launceston Cup | from 11am Wednesday 26 February |
Open as a study space 7.30am - midnight |
| 8 Hour Day | Monday 9 March |
Open as a study space 7.30am - midnight |
| Easter | Friday 3 April - Tuesday 7 April |
Open as a study space 7.30am - midnight |
| King's Birthday | Monday 8 June |
Open as a study space 7.30am - midnight |
| Royal Launceston Show | Thursday 8 October |
Open as a study space 7.30am - midnight |
| Recreation Day | Monday 2 November |
Open as a study space 7.30am - midnight |
Room Booking Guidelines
To ensure fair access for all students:
- Bookings are limited to 2 hours per day
- Bulk or repeated bookings may be cancelled
- In your Library you can find spaces you can work in groups - Spaces for us
- If you need a place where you can work quietly on your own please check Spaces for me
