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The State Library has announced the Western Australian Premier’s Book Awards Shortlist for 2025.

The State Library team was pleased to welcome the Turner family of Augusta on Thursday 1 May as part of their family reunion.

The 2025 Library Board of Western Australia Awards for Innovation and Collaboration are now open for nominations until Tuesday 27 May 2025.

Iconic rock music masses at St George’s Cathedral in the 70s and a drag king pioneer are among the subjects tackled in four new documentaries that will shine a spotlight on Western Australian history as part of WA Reflections.

Earlier this year, the State Library put out a call for readers with a critical mind and love of Western Australian books to join the judging panel for the 2025 Western Australian Premier’s Awards. 

Experience a year of discovery at the State Library. The 2025 line-up now live with a packed program of exhibitions, talks and events celebrating Western Australia’s diverse stories and identity.

To celebrate 20 years of Better Beginnings, the State Library and public libraries are hosting birthday parties across WA.

The State Library has announced new categories, outcomes of the industry review and a call out for book judges.

Construction will begin on 6 January 2025 to transform the Perth Cultural Centre precinct into an open, accessible and vibrant destination.

On 29 November, the 'Sheiks, Fakes and Cameleers' exhibition was awarded a commendation at the 2024 WA Heritage Awards.