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	The Age Library Edition Read an interactive copy of today's The Age newspaper, free everyday on your computer or device. Back issues (to 2006) are also available.
	Ancestry (Library edition) This resource is only available from within the Library. Discover your family history and start your family tree. Access billions of genealogy records including Census, BDM & Military records. Discover more genealogical resources in our print and archive collection.
	AussieDriver.com Free learners' practice tests and information for Victorian drivers.
	Australian Dictionary of Biography Online Australia's pre-eminent dictionary of national biography contains over 10,000 scholarly biographies of significant Australians who died before 1980.
	Bolinda Digital (BorrowBox) Bolinda Digital is Australia’s top publisher of eAudiobooks with more than 3,500 best-selling publications for you to download and listen. Get help with Bolinda Digital/BorrowBox BorrowBox for Android BorrowBox for iOS
	Britannica Online An online version of the full Encyclopaedia Britannica with journals, photos, maps, illustrations, video and audio clips presented for different reading levels (Adult, Teens & Kids).
	Choice Magazine Australia’s most trusted Consumer magazine, Choice, is an expert source of independent, unbiased reports and reviews of product and services. Read online or download Flipster to save copies for reading offline. Flipster for Android Flipster for iOS
	CloudLibrary CloudLibrary offers the biggest selection of ebooks with an easy, intuitive sign-up process. ebooks sync across multiple devices and can be read anywhere. Download the CloudLibrary app (all platforms)
	ComicsPlus Download digital versions of around 16,000 new and classic comics from 93 publishers, with new material added every week. No loan limits, holds or waiting. If you have an existing Zinio account, you can use your log in and password to access ComicsPlus, or you can set up a new account. ComicsPlus for Android ComicsPlus for iOS
	The Computer School A directory of thousands of detailed tutorials and lessons covering computer and technology basics, internet safety and security, tablets, mobile devices, apps and more. Learn about Microsoft, Apple, Adobe, Samsung, Google, social media and networking, digital photography, Photoshop, and Dreamweaver, among many other technology platforms.
	The Conversation The Conversation is an independent source of information, analysis and commentary from the university and research sector, written by acknowledged experts and delivered directly to the public.
	English Language Education Online is an online service for English language learners, backed by the resources of AMES Australia, Australia's largest specialist provider of education and employment services for people with a language background other than English. Username: 646vilcst Password: lobster
	Education Resources Information Centre Education Resources Information Centre (ERIC) provides free access to 1.2 million+ bibliographic records of journal articles and other education-related materials and, if available, includes links to full text. ERIC is sponsored by the US Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES).
	Everyday Law Easy-to-understand legal information in one spot, compiled and checked by legal specialists from over 100 different Victorian and Commonwealth organisations.
	Freegal Stream music from today’s top artists, download chart hits and browser from a fantastic retrospective collection. All free, all legal. Library members are granted three free downloads each week (yours to keep!) Freegal for Android Freegal for iOS
	Gale Virtual Reference Library Offers a range of electronic reference books including Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia, World Religions Reference Library and The Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion.
	Health & Wellness Resource Centre This health and medical information website is approved by independent health and medical experts and quality assured by the Victorian Government Department of Health. It includes information on medical conditions and treatments, healthy living, relationships and family, health services and support agencies.
	Infoxchange Service Seeker Australia's most extensive directory of community support services. Find services related to aged services, counselling, disability support, drug & alcohol, education & training, employment, financial, health, housing, legal aid and youth.
	Kanopy Kanopy has one of the largest and most unique collections in the world featuring over 30,000 movies, documentaries, indie and foreign films from over hundreds of producers. Members can enjoy up to 10 videos per month. Get help with Kanopy Kanopy for Android Kanopy for iOS Also compatible with Chromecast and Roku.
	Learning Online Major history and reference website for anyone with an interest in ancient and modern history. Username: Yarra Password: Library
	Legal Resources - The Law Handbook The Law Handbook is a web-based legal resource which is designed to help people have access to the law. It contains the entire 1000 pages of the original Law Handbook, and covers over 70 areas including the day-to-day matters which affect people’s lives such as buying a house, neighbourhood disputes, fines, social security, family law, drugs and debt.
	Lynda.com Learn software, creative, and business skills to achieve your personal and professional goals with comprehensive video tutorials. Note: If using the Lynda app, you'll need to enter yarracity.vic.gov.au when asked to provide your organisation's web portal and provide your library card number to access any videos.
	Magpies, The Source A comprehensive bibliographic database to children's literature by subject from around the world with an emphasis on Australian and New Zealand books. It includes references to both out of print and current material Username: yl Password: yl
	Mango Languages This online language learning system teaches actual conversation skills for a wide variety of languages. It’s so easy and effective, you’ll be talking after just one lesson!
	Newspaper Archives (British) 17th and 18th Century Burney Collection Newspapers The largest single collection of 17th and 18th century English news media available from the British Library. 19th Century British Library Newspapers This offers national, regional and local 19th century British newspapers. The Times Digital Archive, 1785-1985 The Times (London) is regarded as the most authoritative medium for political, legal , business and social news. The complete page of every issue is included here. The Sunday Times Digital Archive The Sunday Times Digital Archive, 1822-2006 is a gateway to the greatest crimes, careers and culture of the last 180 years. The Telegraph Historical Archive, 1855-2000 Daily Mail Historical Archive, 1896-2004 The Independent Digital Archive, 1986-2012
	Photo Collections A digital archive of photographs taken around the City of Yarra area, maintained by Yarra Libraries staff. View our digital photograph collection in the library catalogue .
	PressReader The world’s largest online newspaper kiosk, where you can browse and read hundreds of full content premium newspapers and magazines from around the world - newspapers from 82 countries and in 39 languages. Please note: The Age, The Australian and the Herald Sun are not available.
	RBdigital Access Audiobooks and digital magazines and download them to your device for offline listening and reading. Note: you must register via the RBdigital website before downloading the app. RBdigital for Android RBdigital for iOS
	Road to IELTS-General The General Training test is for those who want to do work experience or training programs, secondary school or migrate to an English-speaking country. All candidates take the same Listening and Speaking tests but different Reading and Writing tests. IELTS for Android IELTS for iOS
	Road to IELTS – Academic The Academic test is for those who want to study at a tertiary level in an English-speaking country. IELTS for iOS IELTS for Android
	Trove A federated search engine of all library holdings across Australia. Find digitised newspapers, magazines, photographs, recordings and more.

Online resources for kids

Online Resources for Kids

Discover educational and fun online resources for emerging readers. Log in with your Library barcode to play and learn.

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	Busythings 700+ curriculum-linked, fun educational activities to play online. Trusted by thousands of schools and homes around the world.
	ComicsPlus Download digital versions of around 16,000 new and classic comics from 93 publishers, with new material added every week. No loan limits, holds or waiting. If you have an existing Zinio/rbdigital account, you can use your log in and password to access ComicsPlus, or you can set up a new account. ComicsPlus for Android ComicsPlus for iOS
	Kanopy Kids Thoughtful entertainment for kids (preschool and up). Parents can trust a curated selection of educational and enriching videos on Kanopy Kids with developmentally appropriate, age-based ratings from Common Sense Media.
	Literacy Planet Teaches kids (5-15) pre-reading skills, phonics, reading, spelling, vocabulary, grammar and comprehension in a fun and interactive way. Kids can connect with others in a safe and socially-active environment that utilises natural competitive spirit to drive literacy achievement. Literacy Planet for Android Literacy Planet for iOS *Note: you must first create an account before downloading and using the app
	Story Box Watch your favourite Australian stories read by superstar storytellers. Story Box is an amazing online 'reading room’ where kids can connect, engage and be inspired by a range of quality Australian stories read on film by some wonderfully engaging storytellers.

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Access these resources with your library card number

	The Age Library Edition Read an interactive copy of today's The Age newspaper, free everyday on your computer or device. Back issues (to 2006) are also available.
	Ancestry (Library edition) This resource is only available from within the Library. Discover your family history and start your family tree. Access billions of genealogy records including Census, BDM & Military records. Discover more genealogical resources in our print and archive collection.
	AussieDriver.com Free learners' practice tests and information for Victorian drivers.
	Australian Dictionary of Biography Online Australia's pre-eminent dictionary of national biography contains over 10,000 scholarly biographies of significant Australians who died before 1980.
	Bolinda Digital (BorrowBox) Bolinda Digital is Australia’s top publisher of eAudiobooks with more than 3,500 best-selling publications for you to download and listen. Get help with Bolinda Digital/BorrowBox BorrowBox for Android BorrowBox for iOS
	Britannica Online An online version of the full Encyclopaedia Britannica with journals, photos, maps, illustrations, video and audio clips presented for different reading levels (Adult, Teens & Kids).
	Choice Magazine Australia’s most trusted Consumer magazine, Choice, is an expert source of independent, unbiased reports and reviews of product and services. Read online or download Flipster to save copies for reading offline. Flipster for Android Flipster for iOS
	CloudLibrary CloudLibrary offers the biggest selection of ebooks with an easy, intuitive sign-up process. ebooks sync across multiple devices and can be read anywhere. Download the CloudLibrary app (all platforms)
	ComicsPlus Download digital versions of around 16,000 new and classic comics from 93 publishers, with new material added every week. No loan limits, holds or waiting. If you have an existing Zinio account, you can use your log in and password to access ComicsPlus, or you can set up a new account. ComicsPlus for Android ComicsPlus for iOS
	The Computer School A directory of thousands of detailed tutorials and lessons covering computer and technology basics, internet safety and security, tablets, mobile devices, apps and more. Learn about Microsoft, Apple, Adobe, Samsung, Google, social media and networking, digital photography, Photoshop, and Dreamweaver, among many other technology platforms.
	The Conversation The Conversation is an independent source of information, analysis and commentary from the university and research sector, written by acknowledged experts and delivered directly to the public.
	English Language Education Online is an online service for English language learners, backed by the resources of AMES Australia, Australia's largest specialist provider of education and employment services for people with a language background other than English. Username: 646vilcst Password: lobster
	Education Resources Information Centre Education Resources Information Centre (ERIC) provides free access to 1.2 million+ bibliographic records of journal articles and other education-related materials and, if available, includes links to full text. ERIC is sponsored by the US Department of Education's Institute of Education Sciences (IES).
	Everyday Law Easy-to-understand legal information in one spot, compiled and checked by legal specialists from over 100 different Victorian and Commonwealth organisations.
	Freegal Stream music from today’s top artists, download chart hits and browser from a fantastic retrospective collection. All free, all legal. Library members are granted three free downloads each week (yours to keep!) Freegal for Android Freegal for iOS
	Gale Virtual Reference Library Offers a range of electronic reference books including Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia, World Religions Reference Library and The Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion.
	Health & Wellness Resource Centre This health and medical information website is approved by independent health and medical experts and quality assured by the Victorian Government Department of Health. It includes information on medical conditions and treatments, healthy living, relationships and family, health services and support agencies.
	Infoxchange Service Seeker Australia's most extensive directory of community support services. Find services related to aged services, counselling, disability support, drug & alcohol, education & training, employment, financial, health, housing, legal aid and youth.
	Kanopy Kanopy has one of the largest and most unique collections in the world featuring over 30,000 movies, documentaries, indie and foreign films from over hundreds of producers. Members can enjoy up to 10 videos per month. Get help with Kanopy Kanopy for Android Kanopy for iOS Also compatible with Chromecast and Roku.
	Learning Online Major history and reference website for anyone with an interest in ancient and modern history. Username: Yarra Password: Library
	Legal Resources - The Law Handbook The Law Handbook is a web-based legal resource which is designed to help people have access to the law. It contains the entire 1000 pages of the original Law Handbook, and covers over 70 areas including the day-to-day matters which affect people’s lives such as buying a house, neighbourhood disputes, fines, social security, family law, drugs and debt.
	Lynda.com Learn software, creative, and business skills to achieve your personal and professional goals with comprehensive video tutorials. Note: If using the Lynda app, you'll need to enter yarracity.vic.gov.au when asked to provide your organisation's web portal and provide your library card number to access any videos.
	Magpies, The Source A comprehensive bibliographic database to children's literature by subject from around the world with an emphasis on Australian and New Zealand books. It includes references to both out of print and current material Username: yl Password: yl
	Mango Languages This online language learning system teaches actual conversation skills for a wide variety of languages. It’s so easy and effective, you’ll be talking after just one lesson!
	Newspaper Archives (British) 17th and 18th Century Burney Collection Newspapers The largest single collection of 17th and 18th century English news media available from the British Library. 19th Century British Library Newspapers This offers national, regional and local 19th century British newspapers. The Times Digital Archive, 1785-1985 The Times (London) is regarded as the most authoritative medium for political, legal , business and social news. The complete page of every issue is included here. The Sunday Times Digital Archive The Sunday Times Digital Archive, 1822-2006 is a gateway to the greatest crimes, careers and culture of the last 180 years. The Telegraph Historical Archive, 1855-2000 Daily Mail Historical Archive, 1896-2004 The Independent Digital Archive, 1986-2012
	Photo Collections A digital archive of photographs taken around the City of Yarra area, maintained by Yarra Libraries staff. View our digital photograph collection in the library catalogue .
	PressReader The world’s largest online newspaper kiosk, where you can browse and read hundreds of full content premium newspapers and magazines from around the world - newspapers from 82 countries and in 39 languages. Please note: The Age, The Australian and the Herald Sun are not available.
	RBdigital Access Audiobooks and digital magazines and download them to your device for offline listening and reading. Note: you must register via the RBdigital website before downloading the app. RBdigital for Android RBdigital for iOS
	Road to IELTS-General The General Training test is for those who want to do work experience or training programs, secondary school or migrate to an English-speaking country. All candidates take the same Listening and Speaking tests but different Reading and Writing tests. IELTS for Android IELTS for iOS
	Road to IELTS – Academic The Academic test is for those who want to study at a tertiary level in an English-speaking country. IELTS for iOS IELTS for Android
	Trove A federated search engine of all library holdings across Australia. Find digitised newspapers, magazines, photographs, recordings and more.

Online resources for kids

Online Resources for Kids

Discover educational and fun online resources for emerging readers. Log in with your Library barcode to play and learn.

Access these resources with your library card number

	Busythings 700+ curriculum-linked, fun educational activities to play online. Trusted by thousands of schools and homes around the world.
	ComicsPlus Download digital versions of around 16,000 new and classic comics from 93 publishers, with new material added every week. No loan limits, holds or waiting. If you have an existing Zinio/rbdigital account, you can use your log in and password to access ComicsPlus, or you can set up a new account. ComicsPlus for Android ComicsPlus for iOS
	Kanopy Kids Thoughtful entertainment for kids (preschool and up). Parents can trust a curated selection of educational and enriching videos on Kanopy Kids with developmentally appropriate, age-based ratings from Common Sense Media.
	Literacy Planet Teaches kids (5-15) pre-reading skills, phonics, reading, spelling, vocabulary, grammar and comprehension in a fun and interactive way. Kids can connect with others in a safe and socially-active environment that utilises natural competitive spirit to drive literacy achievement. Literacy Planet for Android Literacy Planet for iOS *Note: you must first create an account before downloading and using the app
	Story Box Watch your favourite Australian stories read by superstar storytellers. Story Box is an amazing online 'reading room’ where kids can connect, engage and be inspired by a range of quality Australian stories read on film by some wonderfully engaging storytellers.

The A-Z of Online Resources

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Legal Resources - The Law Handbook

Newspaper Archives (British)

Online Resources for Kids

Access these resources with your library card number