# BNELibraries — Brisbane Libraries

> Brisbane City Council Library mobile access and catalog management. (iPhone/iPad app by Brisbane City Council.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bnelibraries/id1503342827 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Brisbane City Council](https://appshunter.io/developer/550039784)
- Category: Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.6 · 50 MB
- Languages: English, German
- Released: 2020-03-29
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bnelibraries/id1503342827/reviews.md

## What is BNELibraries?

Access Brisbane City Council Library from your iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch. 
•	Your device can be your digital library membership card!
•	Search the library catalogue
•	View checkouts for the whole family
•	Place and manage holds
•	Access digital resources, including e-books, e-audiobooks, music, movies and more!
•	View a calendar of free events at Brisbane libraries
•	Follow us on social media
•	View branch opening hours and contact us if you have a question.

## Key features

- Digital library membership card
- Search library catalog
- View family checkouts
- Place and manage holds
- Access e-books, e-audiobooks, music, movies
- View event calendar
- Branch opening hours and contact

## Recent user reviews (10 of 26)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bnelibraries/id1503342827/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Limited to adults only

*2025-07-11, version 2025.22*

Teens don’t carry wallets or cards anymore, don’t want to pay $5 for a card but can’t use the app as it’s only available to people over 17

### 1/5 — Do not update your app!! Lost reading list

*2025-04-22*

This app was pretty good managing things and finally brought out reading lists which made it great. However the latest update has lost the reading lists and now I don’t have any of my saved lists anymore. If you’re reading this, don’t update your app if you value your reading lists!

### 4/5 — Good app, but forgets linked accounts

*2025-02-07*

App is very useful overall.  I love the linked account feature.  One criticism is that every few days it “forgets” the linked accounts and I have to re add them.

### 4/5 — Won’t let me sign in

*2024-12-23*

Tells me my credentials aren’t recognised when I literally just got a library card today and like I got a pin for it and it tells me it literally doesn’t recognise the credentials like really annoying so I can’t actually look at anything in the catalogue so if I want to put a book on hold, I can’tthere’s a book. I really need to hold. I can’t even do that. Won’t even let me login.

### 4/5 — Great concepts

*2024-12-08*

I really love this app, especially after the new update. 
Positives: everything is in one place, (mostly) seamless
Negatives: reading tracker never works (cannot log time, but still great idea), app signs out unexpectedly, no app notifications for holds or overdue books

### 4/5 — Better!!!

*2024-10-09*

I never review apps but whoever decided to update the library app I LOVE YOU THANK YOU BECAUSE GOSH DID THIS APP NEED AN UPDATE. It is so much more satisfyingly usable now and just aesthetically looks better. As a side request, I would love to be able to see my Holds history! Hugs to whoever got this thing updated!!

### 4/5 — Bug needs fixing

*2024-08-04*

Great app & recent improvements, but there seems to be a bug that doesn’t allow barcode & library card to upload to Apple Wallet.

### 1/5 — not working ios16.5

*2023-05-20, version 2022.2.2*

app has been unstable since Jan 2023, now May 2023 still bog-slow, not loading images, biggest issue is that it is unable to complete a search. Seems to be incompatible with Lockdown mode. Nearly all apps work perfectly in Lockdown mode; this app appears to be an exception

### 5/5 — Excellent

*2023-02-08*

So easy - I keep my card on it can place a hold just by searching for the book and look up my loans.

### 4/5 — Needs a favourite option

*2022-08-15*

Please please add an option to save and/or favourite a book in a list without requesting a hold for an item.

## Frequently asked questions about BNELibraries

### What can I do with this library app?

This app allows you to use your device as your digital library membership card, search the library catalog, view your checkouts for your family, place and manage holds, and access a wide range of digital resources including e-books, e-audiobooks, music, and movies. You can also view a calendar of free events and find branch opening hours and contact information.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is free to download and use. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free service for library members.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed for use on iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch devices, meaning it is compatible with Apple's iOS operating system.

### How can I access digital resources like e-books?

Once you have the app, you can access digital resources directly through it. This includes a variety of content such as e-books, e-audiobooks, music, and movies, all available for library members.

### Can I manage my family's library accounts?

Yes, the app allows you to view checkouts for the whole family. This feature helps you keep track of all borrowed items across multiple family members from a single interface.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2026.32 — 2026-08-08

Minor fixes and enhancements, including:

Improved refresh indicator handling
Improved event calendar date handling

### 2026.22 — 2026-06-11

Minor fixes and enhancements, including:

Improvements in the renewal process
Accessibility enhancements with grouped tabs
Added a password view toggle on the Linked Accounts login

### 2026.18 — 2026-05-12

Minor fixes and enhancements including:

Added support for OpenDyslexic font
Improved experience when selecting a pickup location for the first time

### 2026.10 — 2026-03-18

Minor fixes and enhancements including:

Improved experience on iOS 26
Resolved an issue where the app would pause background audio when opened for the first time

### 2025.38 — 2025-09-15

Resolves:

Issues where videos on the home screen don't auto-load
Authentication issue when using biometrics
Brightness not increasing when opening the barcode

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