September Research Essentials: Data Fluency
News 19 AugustOur free workshops for researchers continue, with September bringing a focus on navigating research data with clarity, confidence and respect.
LibKey Nomad is a safe, secure, and privacy-protecting browser plugin that is provided free of charge by ACU Library.
With LibKey Nomad installed you can easily connect to full text while you are searching online for articles and ebooks. LibKey Nomad will activate on scholarly websites like Google Scholar, PubMed, Wikipedia and hundreds of publisher websites to quickly connect you to high quality, scholarly information provided by the Library.
Watch out for the distinctive LibKey Nomad buttons as you search the web.
If you have ever been frustrated by a paywall on a publisher website or irritated by the number of clicks to check for full text in PubMed you’ll love LibKey Nomad. It instantly checks library holdings for full text availability and presents you with the single best and fastest link to download the PDF or view the article.
Visit our Search tools page for more information on LibKey (and other helpful tools) or contact the Library if you have any questions.

Our free workshops for researchers continue, with September bringing a focus on navigating research data with clarity, confidence and respect.
Our library is getting a refresh! Stage 1 building works start on Level 2, Wednesday 19 August 2026.
The library is running a free online workshop to help you improve your Copilot prompts.
We're showcasing how ACU's Higher Degree by Research students are 'Made for More' this Mission Week.
As a long time ACU student, I’ve always used the library’s resources. Here are my top tips for first year students just getting started.
We've been working behind the scenes to make Library Search faster, smarter and easier to use, and we're excited to share what's new.
Whether you're just starting your ACU journey or have returned for another semester, we're here to help.
The library's Research Essentials classes are back for semester 2 and open for registrations.
New to ACU this semester? Welcome! Play our online orientation game to learn about the library and go in the lucky draw to receive a Kobo Libra Colour eReader.
For NAIDOC Week 2026, we invite you to explore 50 years of First Nations voices through our collections.
Major building works are taking place from August 2026 to March 2027. Stay tuned for updates.
Exams are done, assessments are in and the weather is rubbish. It's the perfect time to curl up with a classic novel!
With exams just around the corner, your campus library is a great place to help you manage study stress.
Are you a postgraduate or academic scholar with an interest in historical children's literature? Explore ACU's fellowship opportunity for 2026.
Explore resources that help you learn through a reconciliation lens.
Take time to reflect and make a visible pledge to reconciliation.
No one can study on an empty stomach. ACU Library has you covered while you prepare for exams. Come and grab a little treat on us from 1 to 19 June.
Go 'All In' for National Reconciliation Week, 27 May to 3 June 2026.
Research Essentials has wrapped up for the semester, but you can still access recordings of all our sessions through the training hub.
Did you know the library is open on weekends and after hours?