In-conversation with John Kinsella and Colin Archibald
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Whether you're a devoted reader or simply curious about the voices embedded in our streets, come and engage in a conversation about identity, history and the evolving urban fabric of our city, Boorloo.
Celebrating 80 Years of the Children’s Book Council of Australia
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Get ready for a jam-packed day of fun and celebration with author and illustrator events, face painting, live storytelling, book signings, costume parade and a thrilling treasure hunt!
Author Talk with Craig Silvey
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Join us for this special event to celebrate the launch of Craig Silvey’s brilliant new novel. Enjoy a lively author talk, Q&A, book signing and the opportunity to purchase your very own copy of this delightful sequel.
Short film screenings and panel discussions
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Discover the stories that shaped WA — one short film at a time, from rock 'n' roll masses and astronomical discoveries to guide dogs and a vaudevillian male impersonator.
Truth, Archives and Exposing Aboriginal Histories
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This NAIDOC week, the State Library is proud to host a night of public lectures from the State Library’s Battye Fellow Shino Konishi, and the inaugural Aboriginal Research Fellow, Jordanna Yoontj Eades.
The Coolbaroo Club
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A special screening of The Coolbaroo Club, followed by a talk from leading community member and playwright Barbara Hostalek, whose grandmother, Helena Murphy, was a founding member of the Coolbaroo League social club.
With Andrew Gill
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Come and hear Andrew Gill reveal the story of the juveniles sent from Parkhurst Prison on the Isle of Wight to WA between 1842 and 1852, having been sentenced to "transportation beyond the seas".
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Jessica Gethin is an award-winning conductor, musician, artistic advisor and fierce advocate for women in music. Jessica was the inaugural Chief Conductor of the Perth Symphony Orchestra (2011-2019) and has held many significant roles.
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Dr Paola Magni is a forensic scientist, crime scene investigator and a vocal campaigner against family and gender-based violence. Come and hear from a remarkable West Australian woman on science, social responsibility, and the hidden clues left behind at crime scenes which can lead to criminal convictions.
Medieval Illuminated Books of Hours
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The Kerry Stokes Collection presents a lecture by celebrated author and expert on medieval manuscripts Christopher de Hamel.
Getting started
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Every 3 months on the last Wednesday, 11am - 1pm until Wed 26 Nov 2025
Do you want to find out about your family history and don’t know where to start? Let us help you at one of our free and friendly talks at the State Library and we’ll show you.
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Online digital book club. Every month, join author David Allan-Petale in conversation with a new author to discuss their book.