Let’s get digital: free support to build your digital skills
Be safer and more confident online with Libraries Tasmania in Get Online Week.
Get Online Week is Good Things’ national campaign to help close the digital divide. From 19 to 25 October, fun digital skills events are held in communities across Australia.
Whether you’re setting up a device, browsing the internet or exploring online resources, Libraries Tasmania is here to help for free.
At your library, you can:
- get one-on-one support from library staff
- build your confidence using technology
- learn new digital skills at your own pace
- access free Wi-Fi and computers
- discover free online books, audiobooks, films, music, newspapers, magazines, language and more.
View events
Browse and register for Get Online Week events on our What’s On website.
Win an iPad!
One lucky Get Online Week participant will receive a free iPad.
You can enter by:
- browsing our new ‘What’s On’ website
- meeting with one of our Digital Mentors
- attending a Get Online Week event
- chatting with our staff about our eLibrary collection of online books, newspapers and magazines.
This page will be updated with a link to the entry form in early October.
Get support and discover more
Connect, learn and enjoy your interests. Whether you’re new to the digital world or looking to improve your skills, we’re here to help.
Visit your local library to learn about:
- using smartphones, tablets and computers
- accessing online services
- staying safer online
- finding reliable information
- making the most of your Libraries Tasmania membership.
Libraries Tasmania supports people of all ages to build digital skills and confidence. Friendly support available at public libraries across Tasmania. Let’s get digital!
Ready to get started?
Join online today – membership is free! Speak with staff at your local library to discover how we can help you get connected and make the most of technology.
Upcoming Events
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20 October 2026
Get Online with free newspapers and magazines at Bridgewater Library
Find out about Borrowbox ePress, available on your computer, tablet or phone. You will be amazed at the range available.
| Date: | 20 October 2026 |
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| Time: | 11:30 am |
| Duration: | 1 hour |
| Location: | Bridgewater Library |
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21 October 2026
Get online with free newspapers and magazines at Mathers House
Find out about Borrowbox ePress, available on your computer, tablet or phone. You will be amazed at the range available
| Date: | 21 October 2026 |
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| Time: | 1:00 am |
| Duration: | 30 minutes |
| Location: | Mathers House (organised by Hobart Library) |
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Introduction to computing by TasTAFE (10973NAT) at Glenorchy Library
If you are new to computing or want to develop your basic computing skills, this course will get you started.
| Date: | 21 October 2026 |
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| Time: | 9:30 am |
| Duration: | 5 hours |
| Location: | Glenorchy Library |
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Get Online with free newspapers and magazines at New Norfolk Library
Find out about Borrowbox ePress, available on your computer, tablet or phone. You will be amazed at the range available.
| Date: | 21 October 2026 |
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| Time: | 10:00 am |
| Duration: | 1 hour |
| Location: | New Norfolk Library |
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Get Online with free newspapers and magazines at Kingston Library
Find out about Borrowbox ePress, available on your computer, tablet or phone. You will be amazed at the range available.
| Date: | 21 October 2026 |
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| Time: | 3:15 pm |
| Duration: | 1 hour |
| Location: | Kingston Library |
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