Become a member
Want to use the resources independently? Noosa Libraries provides a general induction workshop to the Makerspace which covers an introduction to the space and resources, an overview of how to access and use the space safely and a basic lesson on the user’s preferred piece of technology.
Book into a Makerspace Induction here
Our Makerspaces are open for independent use as follows:
Cooroy Makerspace is open Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 9 am – 5 pm, Saturdays 9 am – 12:30 pm
Noosa Makerspace is open Monday, Thursday, Friday, 9 am – 5 pm, Saturday 9 am – 2:30 pm, Sunday 10 am – 1:30 pm
In order to access and use Makerspace equipment independently, users:
- must be aged 16 years and older; or
- be aged 13 – 15 years and have a parent or guardian present at all times who has also completed a Makerspace induction
- must meet the age eligibility criteria
- must be a Noosa Libraries member (and if not join up)
- must agree to Noosa Libraries’ Makerspace Fair Use Guide
- must attend a Makerspace Induction and pay relevant fees ($20)
- must complete and sign the Makerspace Membership form
If you would like to attend a Makerspace member induction or have any questions regarding membership please contact the library at makerspace@noosa.qld.gov.au or calling 5329 6555
Equipment
- Laptops and PCs with 3D design software
- Janome Sewing Machines
- Bernina Overlockers
- Epson flatbed scanner (photos, documents, slides, negatives)
- VHS converter (Cooroy only)
- Emblaser 2 Laser Cutter engraver (Noosaville only) Separate equipment induction required
- Cricut Maker 3, Heat Press and Cricut Design Space software
- 3D printers available:
- Prusa MK4 and MK4S
- Prusa Mini