Ask a Librarian
The State Library provides a free Information Request Service. For more details see our Information Request Service Policy. You can contact us via any of the following.
Ask online
Experience the convenience of an Australia-wide online interactive library visit and the expertise of professional librarians. This live reference service is available Monday to Friday, 9 am to 7 pm AEST.
Ask by request form
Use the following options to send us an information request or to check on the progress of your request:
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new question - send us your request by completing the online form
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check on existing question - find out about the progress of a request you have already submitted
Ask by phone
Contact us by phone for quick answers and information. This service operates Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 8 pm and Friday, 9 am to 5 pm.
Call 02 9273 1414 and ask for the Information Request Service.
Ask by fax
Send a fax to the Information Request Service on 02 9273 1253
Ask by post
Send your request to:
Information Request Service
State Library of New South Wales
Macquarie Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Ask in person
Visit the State Library and ask our reference staff for assistance.
Research consultations
Do you have a complex research inquiry? We can provide a consultation service to clients who are able to visit the Library. Contact us on (02) 9273 1414 or submit your requirements online.
Referrals
The State Library may not be able to help you with some complex research enquires or with valuation or conservation of items. These referrals are provided as a guide to third party services which may be able to assist.
Popular Requests
Find answers to our most popular information requests.
