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Find out the latest news from the Library.

Anzac Day opening hours

Thursday
Thursday 30 March 2023

We're open on ANZAC Day, from 1 pm to 5 pm.

Marie Bashir Reading Room

Easter opening hours

Tuesday
Tuesday 21 March 2023

There will be changes to Library services from Good Friday, 7 April until usual opening hours resume on Tuesday 11 April.

$6M boost for NSW public library infrastructure

Thursday
Thursday 2 March 2023

The boost will enable 21 local councils to extend and improve public library buildings, spaces and information technology.

$57,000 on offer for Australian comic and biography writers

Thursday
Thursday 1 December 2022

The Library has opened entries for two significant literary awards – the 2023 National Biography Award, and the 2023 Russell Prize for Humour Writing.

Book stacked on a desk in front of bookcase

The Library Bar … bigger and better!

Wednesday
Wednesday 30 November 2022

Our newly extended deck is opening today, just in time for summer.

Two people stand with wine glasses in their hands, toasting.