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In the spotlight… Tom Foley, University Librarian
A library can be many things: a place to study, a gateway to knowledge, a space to meet, browse the shelves, follow a curiosity, or settle in with a book. For Tom Foley, the new University Librarian at The Australian National University, its…
New collections, new perspectives, new discoveries
Need a great source for an assignment? Looking for inspiration for your next research project? Or simply curious to explore something new?The ANU Library has expanded its digital collections with three exciting new resources that open the door to…
Quick Consults Are Here
When chat isn't enough, get face-to-face guidance from an expert in just 15 minutes.Browse available times, book instantly, and join a Microsoft Teams call with a specialist who can help you move forward faster. The Quick Consults service will…
Bookable Spaces at Chifley Library
Students have long been able to book a Group Study Room in each of the ANU Library branches, but in 2026 Chifley Library is trialling an expansion of this booking system to two other study areas – the Computer Desks on Level 2, and the Study Booths…
Launch of the ANU Open Journal Finder
The ANU Library is pleased to announce the launch of the ANU Open Journal Finder Tool (OJF), now available to support researchers in identifying suitable open access publishing venues.Over 13000 journals included in ANU Library’s Read & Publish…
Copyright Amendment Act 2026: What the Changes Mean for ANU
The Copyright Amendment Act 2026 has now passed through Parliament and is on its way to receiving Royal Assent.These reforms introduce two meaningful and welcome changes for the ANU community:Orphan WorksA new orphan-works scheme will allow…
Chifley Library Welcomes Over 1,300 for Open Day
On 28 March Chifley Library welcomed over 1,300 visitors through its doors for ANU Open Day. Prospective students and their families got a chance to speak with library staff and explore the building’s study spaces, services and collections,…
Training Module - Managing Research Data at ANU
Are you interested in strengthening your research practice? Explore our new online training module “Managing Research Data at ANU”.The Library is excited to announce the launch of a brand new online, self-paced training module: Managing…
Staff Picks: Summer eBook for holiday
Yay! The holidays have arrived! If you missed our in-person Staff Picks session, this post is a dedicated eBook-only roundup so you can still explore the recommendations online.Each title comes recommended by a member of Library staff (turns…
