Mt Helen Library
The Mt Helen Library is located in Building L, just near the Main Quad. It spans four levels and is home to the Geoffrey Blainey Research Centre and reading room.
Opening hours
Monday to Friday, 9 am–5 pm. Hours may vary. Check the Library opening hours before visiting.
Your library card
As a Federation student or staff member you're already a member of the Library – your Federation ID is your library card. No extra forms, just bring your ID card and start borrowing.
Book a space
If you need a quiet space to study or a room for group work or online classes, drop in during opening hours or book ahead to reserve a spot.
There are four rooms available – two that fit up to five people, one that fits six and one that can fit twenty.
There are four rooms available – two that fit up to five people, one that fits six and one that can fit twenty.
Access materials from the Geoffrey Blainey Research Centre
The Geoffrey Blainey Research Centre is on the top floor of the Mt Helen Library and houses our historial and art special collections.
Library accessibility
Building entrance: ground level
Accessible bathrooms: Level 0 (ground floor) and Level 9 (basement)
Library staff can help you:
- get books from the shelves
- nominate someone to collect and return resources on your behalf
- use the Library catalogue, electronic databases and other services
- use the photocopier.
If you have an accessibility officer referral, we can post material to your home address (although you'll need to arrange the return postage).
Where to find us
Postal address
Federation University Australia
Mt Helen Library
PO Box 663
Ballarat VIC 3353
Wadawurrung Country