N H (Doc) Fisher Geoscience Library
The library provides services to geoscience organisations, universities, research centres, the mining and petroleum industries and the public.
In line with ACT Government guidelines, we are now able to welcome limited visitors to the library, by appointment only. Please contact ref.library@ga.gov.au for appointments or enquiries.
Visit our Library
Established in 1946, the Library enjoys state of the art facilities, unique architectural design features and a variety of displays. Please contact ref.library@ga.gov.au for appointments or enquiries.
Library Services
Our courteous staff offer a range of information services, including assistance in research, locating library materials and the use of online databases. Corporate and individual memberships are available to frequent users.
Collections
The Library has a comprehensive collection of earth sciences literature in print and electronic formats, including books, journals, maps, as well as unique holdings of annotated air photos and field notebooks used in the discovery of resources across the country.
Book of the Month
The Book of the Month program showcases books in our Library collection that are of broad interest to GA staff and geoscience enthusiasts. Each month, a new book will be promoted online and be available in the Library.
AusGeoRef
We contribute Australian content to the international database of geoscience literature, GeoRef. A subset of Australian references, AusGeoRef, is available for subscription.
Library Catalogue Search
Need to find information on a topic in the geosciences? Locate items in our collection by searching our online catalogue.
Legacy Publications
Listings of Bulletins, Reports and Records dating back to the 1940s.