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The Ilford Orloff Awards recognise and highlight the contributions of professional photographers and videographers from WA. There are three sections: photographic stills, video and media and the State Library of Western Australia Narrative Award.
In partnership with the Western Australian Premier’s Book Awards, Magabala Books has announced the 2026 Daisy Utemorrah Award shortlist. Congratulations to the talented finalists: Amanda Lott, Junaidah Mamid and Elise Thornthwaite.
Libraries and library professionals from across the state were honoured at the 2026 Library Board Awards, held at the State Library of Western Australia on 2 July.
Fantastical worlds, grim underbellies and stories of place and identity make up this year’s shortlist, which reflects the richness and complexity of WA storytelling.
Grab a cuppa, pull up a comfy chair and watch a panel of experts explore the enduring influence of both the Country Women’s Association (CWA) and its iconic cookbook.
Inspired by State Library heritage collection items, these films explore topics ranging from the Rock Masses held at St Gerges Cathedral in the 1970’s, to the founding of Australia’s first Guide Dog school.
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Margaret Medcalf first joined the State Library of Western Australia’s Archives Branch in 1955.In 1971, she was appointed to the dual role of State Archivist and Principal Librarian of the Battye Library, becoming Western Australia’s second State Archivist.
Authors Gerard McCann and Louise Wolhuter discuss their experiences winning the 2025 Western Australian Premier’s Book Awards and what it meant to them.
