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ChristmasInTheCity

Christmas Lights Trail

Explore glittering decorations, festive lighting, and beautifully decorated homes and businesses across the City this month!

CarolsatSunset

Carols at Sunset | Sunday 7 December

Sun 7 Dec 5.30pm: Enjoy the summer night, South Perth Lions Big Band and the festive family cheer. Plus, there'll be a guest in attendance who will be making a very special list....

Christmasmarkets

South Perth Christmas Markets

Sun 14 Dec 9am: Our first ever Christmas Market is here! Explore market stalls featuring high-quality, handmade products from local makers, plus free entertainment and family-friendly fun.

Extended weekday hours

Both South Perth and Manning Libraries are now open from 9am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Discover South Perth

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Digitalreading

What's new at our libraries: December 2025

Manning and South Perth libraries closed 10 December

Learn to navigate the social media ban at our free workshop

Alibrarianassistingacustomeronacomputeratthelibrary

Library computer upgrades and new hours

What's new at our libraries: November 2025

News Update 28 October 2025

Discover new books, movies, music and events at the South Perth Libraries this November.

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Toddler Time at Manning Library change of location

News Update 1 September 2025

Toddler Time on Thursday, 11 September will be held outside on the James Miller Oval, next to Manning Library, weather permitting.

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Events

Christmas Lights Trail

Carols at Sunset 2025

South Perth Christmas Markets

South Perth Library

Phone 9474 0800
Email library@southperth.wa.gov.au
Opening Hours Monday to Friday: 9.00am-5.30pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Sunday Closed
Address Cnr South Tce & Sandgate St, South Perth

Manning Library

Phone 9474 0822
Email library@southperth.wa.gov.au
Opening Hours Monday to Friday: 9.00am-5.30pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Sunday Closed
Address 2 Conochie Cres, Manning