Preserve your precious memories by learning to digitise VHS tapes, cassettes, and film at Hurstville Library.
Wednesday 18 November 2026
9:00am - 5:00pm
Hurstville Library, Local Studies Room, Corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville
Free
Bring your treasured VHS tapes, audio cassettes, CDs, or old film negatives to life with expert guidance at Hurstville Library. This event offers a unique opportunity to preserve family memories and share them easily online. Whether it’s your parents’ wedding video or your grandmother’s photo negatives, you’ll learn how to convert these analogue formats into digital files.
Sessions are one-on-one, allowing you to receive personalized support from the Georges River Libraries’ Research and Community History team. This hands-on experience is perfect for parents wanting to safeguard family history and introduce their children to the magic of preserving memories.
Expect a friendly, supportive environment where you can ask questions and gain confidence in using digitisation equipment.
- Date: Wednesday, 18 November 2026
- Time: Sessions available between 09:00 and 17:00
- Location: Hurstville Library, Local Studies Room
- Media types supported: VHS tapes, audio cassettes, 35mm and medium-format film
- Cost: Free
Spaces are limited and bookings are essential to secure your session. Please arrive on time to avoid losing your spot to the standby queue.
The event takes place at Hurstville Library’s Local Studies Room, located at the corner of Queens Road and Dora Street, Hurstville. The library is easily accessible by public transport and offers a welcoming space with accessible facilities.
If you have any specific accessibility requirements, the library encourages you to email ahead or note your needs during registration to ensure a comfortable experience.
Parking and transport options nearby make it convenient for families to attend.
Please ensure you arrive no later than 10 minutes after your session start time, or your ticket may be reallocated to someone on the standby list. If you cannot attend, cancel your booking at least three hours in advance to allow others to participate.
The equipment is to be used only for digitising content you own or have permission to copy. The library does not endorse any commercial products and reminds users to respect copyright laws.
For participants under 16, a parent or guardian’s contact details are required at booking.
This event is free of charge, but spaces are limited. Booking is essential to guarantee your place. You can book via the library’s online booking system or contact the library directly.
Please remember to cancel if your plans change to help others access this valuable service. The library staff appreciate your cooperation in making this a smooth and enjoyable experience for all.
