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An artist's impression of the exterior of the library, viewed from the car park near the entrance.

New library and youth space to benefit Landsdale community

Oct 30, 2024
Construction is underway on the new Dordaak Kepup - Library and Youth Innovation Hub project in Landsdale, the result of a $6 million investment by the WA Government towards the total cost of $17.6 million.

Inter-library loans

Jun 7, 2023

LG Alert

From 1 July 2023 there will be changes to the delivery of the inter-library loans service in Western Australia.
Library shelves

Your local public library needs you

Apr 1, 2022
Community members are urged to have their say on the future of public libraries in Western Australia.
Annie Hudson of Bindoon Library

Bindoon Library scoops Making a Difference Award

Dec 7, 2020
Bindoon Library has won the prestigious Making a Difference Award at this year’s Regional Achievement and Community Awards.
Perth Public Library. Credit: Adrian Wojcik, Getty Images

Libraries recognised by State and local government

Oct 19, 2020
WA’s public libraries have been recognised with the signing of a new agreement.
State Library of Western Australia building exterior

State Library reopens - Welcome home

May 18, 2020
The State Library of Western Australia has today (May 18) reopened its doors to the public after being closed for 56 days.
Man sitting in a library

COVID-19 Easing of restrictions – Further information for Public Libraries

May 15, 2020

LG Alert

The State Government has announced the easing of restrictions (phase 2) commencing Monday, 18 May 2020.
Library shelves

Local government sector urged to take leadership role

May 12, 2020

LG Alert

The local government sector has a key role to play in the Phase 2 easing of restrictions and in helping communities get back on their feet and the economy back on track.
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