Read-Cycle: Expression of Interest

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Georges River Libraries is proud to launch Read-Cycle—a new sustainability initiative that redistributes pre-loved library resources to local community organisations who can give them a second chapter.

We are inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from eligible community service organisations, government services, and registered not-for-profits that deliver services in education, health and wellbeing, multicultural and refugee support, youth services, charities, care institutions and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

A wide range of resources are available, from children’s books, to Youth to Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction and books in Chinese and Greek, which can be provided by the library free of charge to eligible community services.

Submit an application, using the form below by 9th November 2025.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be a non-profit, government, or community service organisation serving the Georges River community in a non-commercial capacity. Eligible applicants with provide services in the following sectors:

  • Education
  • Health and welfare
  • Multicultural services
  • Youth services
  • Refugee support
  • Low-income support
  • Care institutions
  • Charities
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations

Applications will be assessed based on organisation type and community need, intended use of the resources, and available stock. All organisations that meet this eligibility are welcome to apply, with preference given to local organisations serving in the Georges River community.


Interested in learning more about receiving donated library stock to support your communities?

Join our free online info session to learn all about our new Read-Cycle EOI program, including eligibility, how to apply, and tips for a successful application.

10.30am-11.30am - Friday 3 October, 2025

Online Via Microsoft Teams

Register Now via Eventbrite


Terms and conditions:

In submitting an Expression of Interest to receive donated Georges River Library stock through the Read-Cycle initiative, you must agree to the following terms:

  • All applicants must meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Applicants must be an authorised representative of the organisation that is applying
  • Items must be provided to the community for free, and cannot be resold for commercial gain.
  • Items are provided in ‘as is’ condition, and in general categories as per the preferences selected

Successful applicants will be notified by 12 November, with items required to be collected from Hurstville Library by 28th November 2025.

Bulk delivery is available to local Georges River organisations, for a nominal fee.

Do you need assistance reading and accessing this page?

For a free interpreter call us via the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450

If you have a hearing or speech impairment, please contact the National Relay Service:

  • Voice Relay number: 1300 555 727
  • TTY number: 133 677

Georges River Libraries is proud to launch Read-Cycle—a new sustainability initiative that redistributes pre-loved library resources to local community organisations who can give them a second chapter.

We are inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from eligible community service organisations, government services, and registered not-for-profits that deliver services in education, health and wellbeing, multicultural and refugee support, youth services, charities, care institutions and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

A wide range of resources are available, from children’s books, to Youth to Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction and books in Chinese and Greek, which can be provided by the library free of charge to eligible community services.

Submit an application, using the form below by 9th November 2025.

Eligibility:

Applicants must be a non-profit, government, or community service organisation serving the Georges River community in a non-commercial capacity. Eligible applicants with provide services in the following sectors:

  • Education
  • Health and welfare
  • Multicultural services
  • Youth services
  • Refugee support
  • Low-income support
  • Care institutions
  • Charities
  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations

Applications will be assessed based on organisation type and community need, intended use of the resources, and available stock. All organisations that meet this eligibility are welcome to apply, with preference given to local organisations serving in the Georges River community.


Interested in learning more about receiving donated library stock to support your communities?

Join our free online info session to learn all about our new Read-Cycle EOI program, including eligibility, how to apply, and tips for a successful application.

10.30am-11.30am - Friday 3 October, 2025

Online Via Microsoft Teams

Register Now via Eventbrite


Terms and conditions:

In submitting an Expression of Interest to receive donated Georges River Library stock through the Read-Cycle initiative, you must agree to the following terms:

  • All applicants must meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Applicants must be an authorised representative of the organisation that is applying
  • Items must be provided to the community for free, and cannot be resold for commercial gain.
  • Items are provided in ‘as is’ condition, and in general categories as per the preferences selected

Successful applicants will be notified by 12 November, with items required to be collected from Hurstville Library by 28th November 2025.

Bulk delivery is available to local Georges River organisations, for a nominal fee.

Do you need assistance reading and accessing this page?

For a free interpreter call us via the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450

If you have a hearing or speech impairment, please contact the National Relay Service:

  • Voice Relay number: 1300 555 727
  • TTY number: 133 677

  • Read-Cycle: Submit an Expression of Interest to receive discarded library stock

    Help us give withdrawn library resources a second life! We're inviting local community-focused organisations and groups to apply to receive discarded library resources to benefit the communities you serve. 

    Submit an Expression of Interest here
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