Bracken Ridge Library is doing more than lending books—it’s becoming a vibrant space for locals to connect, learn, and take part in free events in Brisbane’s northside.
A Place to Learn, Connect and Create
Located on Bracken Street, the library runs free programs for all ages. These include First 5 Forever baby sessions to build early literacy, the Bracken Ridge Family History Group for those tracing their ancestry, and the Brisbane Fibre Crafters social group for knitting, crochet, and weaving.
These activities create opportunities for learning, creativity and community connection in a relaxed setting.
Facilities That Support the Community
Bracken Ridge Library offers free Wi-Fi, public computers, printing and scanning, and a book return chute for after-hours use. It also has meeting rooms available for hire under Brisbane City Council’s three meeting room categories.
Category One rooms seat 10–50 people and are generally only accessible during library hours. They include basic tech like laptop connections and data projectors but may lack separate toilets or kitchenettes.
Category Two rooms, like those at Bracken Ridge, are larger (25–120 people), self-contained with kitchenettes and toilets, and usually available seven days a week (excluding public holidays).
Category Three is offered only at Brisbane Square Library and seats up to 120, with kitchenette access during library hours.
Booking and Hire Fees
Community groups can hire Category One and Two rooms for free if their events are non-commercial. If fees are charged or products sold, commercial community rates apply:
- Category One: from $15.60/hour
- Category Two: from $44.25/hour
- Category Three: from $181.45/hour
Business and government users pay higher fees. All charges include GST, with additional costs for security or extra cleaning where needed. Meeting rooms can be booked by contacting your local library, phoning Council, or using the National Relay Service at 133 677.
Open Hours and What’s Ahead
The library is open Tuesday to Saturday, with extended hours until 8pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. While closed Sundays and Mondays, it remains accessible through its return chute and event listings online.
As part of Brisbane City Council’s library network, Bracken Ridge Library continues to offer a wide range of free programs, services and community spaces—making it a valued part of everyday life for locals.
Published 27-March-2025
