COVID-19 information

The Library is open but we ask you to remain covid safe:

  • Wearing masks in the Library is no longer required. 
  • You're encouraged to practice good hygiene and use hand sanitiser before entering the Library. 
  • Please maintain a 1.5 metre distance between yourself and others.

  • Under State Government Directions people entering the State Library building do not have to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

We thank you for your cooperation and helping to keep WA safe.

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

28 April 2022

  1. Is the Library open?
    Yes, the Library is open. See the Opening Hours page for more details.
  2. Are there restrictions on visitor numbers?
    No.  
  3. Is there a time limit on visits?
    No.
  4. Do I need to provide contact details to visit the Library?
    No.
  5. Do I have to wear a mask in the Library?
    No, from 29 April 2022, wearing masks in the Library is no longer required. However, you are more than welcome to wear a mask if you wish. 
  6. Do I have to be vaccinated to enter the State Library building?
    No, Under State Government Directions people entering the State Library building do not have to be vaccinated against COVID-19. From 29 April 2022 you no longer need to provide proof of vaccination to dine in at the Ground+Co Cafe.
  7. Can I borrow books and music scores?
    Yes, you can request items for loan via a Library staff member. Anyone who joined the Library while we were closed from 23 March to 18 May 2020 will need to provide proof of address to loan items.
  8. Are library materials safe?
    It appears the risk of contamination from paper-based materials is low.
  9. Are discussion/study rooms available?
    Yes.
  10. Are Rhyme Time and Story Time on again?
    Yes.  
  11. Can my family visit the Story Place (the kids' space on the Mezzanine Floor)?
    Yes.
  12. Can I bring my children to the Library?
    Yes.
  13. Do you provide hand sanitiser?
    Yes, all visitors should sanitise their hands on entering the Library.
  14. Can I use the computers?
    Yes, computers are available for public use. There is a one-hour time limit. Public computers can be booked on the Ground Floor of the Library.
  15. Can I print?
    Yes, print services are available.

Below is a list of helpful websites and documents providing credible information.

Information

Description

Managing COVID-19

Information and advice for managing COVID-19 at home and in the Western Australian community.

COVID-19 Testing and isolation guide

Your guide to the testing and isolation process for COVID-19 in Western Australia in the current high caseload environment.

Looking after yourself (preparing for Covid recovery at home)

Most people who are generally fit and healthy can manage their COVID-19 recovery at home. This guide provides helpful advice for looking after yourself and what to do if your symptoms become worse.

Register a positive RAT test 

A rapid antigen test (RAT) is a quick home test to check if you may have COVID-19 and provides a result within 15 to 30 minutes. If your RAT test is positive, register here.

COVID-19 in Western Australia daily snapshot

A dashboard with up-to-date information on COVID-19 in Western Australia

COVID testing clinics

Locations and opening days and times for COVID clinics in WA.

Mental Health and COVID-19

Mental health information and tips for people who are being affected by COVID-19 and the pandemic.

Test Isolation Payment Scheme

A $320 payment for workers living in WA who have been directed to isolate while waiting for a COVID-19 PCR test result, are unable to work from home and do not have access to paid leave or other income.

Information

Description

COVID-19 in children

Information and advice for families on COVID-19 in children from the Telethon Kids Institute.
Information Description
WA COVID Care at Home  WA COVID Care at Home delivers home monitoring care for COVID-positive people who require it due to having risk factors which put them at greater risk of requiring hospitalisation. This is a free service that requires registration.
Managing COVID-19 at home    A guide for people who have been diagnosed with COVID-19 and have mild to moderate symptoms.
My COVID-19 action plan and daily symptom diary (DOCX)  An action plan and symptom diary that can be filled out by people managing COVID-19 at home.
Managing COVID-19 at home with assistance from your GP (PDF)  A guide, action plan and symptom diary for patients.
Managing COVID-19 at home  General advice for managing COVID-19 at home including a symptom checker.
Information for patients on phone and video consultations (PDF)  This document provides information and support if you need to see your GP and the safest, most appropriate way to do this is by phone or video consultation.
Information Description
Managing post–COVID-19 symptoms (PDF) Advice on managing mild post–COVID-19 symptoms at home
Recovering from COVID-19 Information and advice about recovering from COVID-19.
Information for people with long COVID symptoms Information for people who had COVID-19 or may have had COVID-19 (or their carers) and are concerned that they are having ongoing symptoms
Information Description
COVID-19 resources for Aboriginal people A collection of resources with information about COVID-19 for Aboriginal people in WA. Includes cultural advice fact sheets, videos, radio interviews, posters and more.
Getting your home COVID-19 ready (PDF) An interactive PDF designed to help Aboriginal people get their homes ready for COVID-19. Created by the Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council of NSW.
Strong Spirit Strong Mind Coronavirus information Mental and physical health information about COVID-19 for Aboriginal people.
Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet COVID-19 Updates and Information A large collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health promotion and health practice resources.
Information Description
COVID-19 Translated advice Translated information about COVID-19, including mandatory contact registers, the controlled interstate border arrangement, and the WA Recovery Plan.
COVID-19 translated resources Basic posters, videos and social media graphics translated into a number of languages.
Long COVID – translated fact sheet and audio recordings This fact sheet, developed by the Victorian Department of Health, has been translated into nine languages as a written fact sheet, and 5 languages as an audio recording. It raises awareness of Long COVID and encourages people to seek care from their General Practitioner.

The Library is open but restrictions apply:

  • From 16 January 2022, wearing masks in the Library is mandatory.
  • You're encouraged to practice good hygiene and use hand sanitiser before entering the Library. 
  • Please maintain a 1.5 metre distance between yourself and others.

  • Under State Government Directions  people entering the State Library building do not have to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

We thank you for your cooperation and helping to keep WA safe.

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

The Library is open but restrictions apply:

  • From 16 January 2022, wearing masks in the Library is mandatory.
  • From Thursday 31 March 2022 it is no longer compulsory to sign in on the ServiceWA or SafeWA app or write your details on the register provided.
  • You're encouraged to practice good hygiene and use hand sanitiser before entering the Library. 
  • Please maintain a 1.5 metre distance between yourself and others.

  • Under State Government Directions  people entering the State Library building do not have to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

We thank you for your cooperation and helping to keep WA safe.

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

The Library is open but restrictions apply:

  • From 16 January 2022, wearing masks in the Library is mandatory.
  • From Monday 21 February 2022, the 2sqm rules applies, allowing 900 people at any one time. 
  • You must sign in on the ServiceWA or SafeWA app or write your details on the register provided.
  • You're encouraged to practice good hygiene and use hand sanitiser before entering the Library. 
  • Please maintain a 1.5 metres distance between yourself and others.

  • Under State Government Directions  people entering the State Library building do not have to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

The Library is open but restrictions apply:

  • From 16 January 2022, wearing masks in the Library is mandatory.
  • From Monday 21 February 2022, the 2sqm rules applies, allowing 900 people at any one time. 
  • You must sign in on the ServiceWA or SafeWA app or write your details on the register provided.
  • You're encouraged to practice good hygiene and use hand sanitiser before entering the Library. 
  • Please maintain a 1.5 metres distance between yourself and others.

  • Under State Government Directions  people entering the State Library building do not have to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

The Library is open but restrictions apply:

  • From 6pm January 16 2022, wearing masks in the Library is mandatory.
  • You must sign in on the ServiceWA or SafeWA app or write your details on the register provided.
  • You're encouraged to practice good hygiene and use hand sanitiser before entering the Library. 

  • Under State Government Directions  people entering the State Library building do not have to be vaccinated against COVID-19.

We thank you for your cooperation and helping to keep WA safe.

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

The Library is open but restrictions apply:

  • From Tuesday 6 July until Sunday 11 July the maximum number permitted in the Library will be 150.
  • Wearing masks in the Library will be mandatory.

COVID Safety Plan and Certificate (6 July 2021)

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au.

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

If you have any questions or feedback about the plan please contact the Library on 08 9427 3111 or info@slwa.wa.gov.au

    General Information

    Unsurprisingly, the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) has generated much discussion and the dissemination of unsubstantiated rumours and theories.

    The State Library, like all libraries, prides itself on being a source of accurate information. This page on the Coronavirus (COVID-19) provides links to credible sources of information on the virus. Currently this information is the information provided by the World Health Organisation, and Australian and Western Australian government departments.

    This page last updated on 31 August 2022