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Meet the shortlisted authors of the 2026 Western Australian Premier's Book Awards at a day of panel discussions, book signings and live experiences that spotlight the richness, diversity and daring of WA writing.
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PCAF is back for 2026! Western Australia's premier comic arts event will take over the State Library for a packed weekend of storytelling, talks, workshops and markets.
Writing workshop
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Create and draw your own animal superhero in this fun workshop with award-winning children’s author, Aleesah Darlison. This workshop is for children ages 8-12
Better Beginnings Family Talking Workshop
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A family-friendly interactive workshop where parents and caregivers learn how to turn everyday moments into powerful opportunities for connection, learning, and language development.
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Weekly on Monday, 10:30am - 12pm until Mon 21 Sep 2026
Interactive story fun for pre-schoolers and their carers. Followed by a half hour Play Time where families can explore literacy and learning through reading, talking, singing, writing and playing together.
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Weekly on Friday, 10:30am - 12pm until Fri 25 Sep 2026
Songs, rhymes and stories for babies and their families, followed by an hour of Play Time to help develop early literacy and learning skills.
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Monthly on the third Wednesday, 7:30 - 8:30pm until Wed 19 Aug 2026
Online digital book club. Every month, join author David Allan-Petale in conversation with a new author to discuss their book.
Practise English at the State Library
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Join our English conversation groups, a friendly place to practise your language skills and make new friends.