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What's new at our libraries: December 2025
Enjoy the festive season with new books, movies, music and events at the South Perth libraries this December.
Manning and South Perth libraries closed 10 December
Manning and South Perth libraries will be closed all day on Wednesday 10 December, and will close at 12pm on Friday 12 December 2025.
Learn to navigate the social media ban at our free workshop
The social media ban for Australians under the age of 16 is fast approaching, and we’re holding a free workshop at John McGrath Pavilion on 2 December to help you prepare for this new online landscape.
Library computer upgrades and new hours
We're upgrading the public computers in our libraries to Windows 11 to enhance system security and ensure ongoing compatibility with Microsoft 365 services.
What's new at our libraries: November 2025
Discover new books, movies, music and events at the South Perth Libraries this November.
Boost your digital confidence at South Perth Libraries
Take advantage of Get Online Week at our City of South Perth Libraries through a range of events and services designed to boost your digital confidence and make the online world more accessible to everyone in our community.
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Free workshops for adulting success
Adulting isn’t always easy, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. The City of South Perth Libraries are here to help with Adulting 101, a free workshop series designed to equip young people aged 16 to 25 with the essential life skills they need to thrive.
2025 South Perth Young Writers Award winners announced
A gripping dystopian story by upper secondary student Ryan Raghuvanshi has taken out the top prize at the 39th annual South Perth Young Writers Award (SPYWA).
Explore the science behind crime solving
Ever wondered how tiny bugs can help solve major crimes? The City of South Perth Libraries invites you to uncover the secrets of forensic science at Behind the Crime, an intriguing event on Wednesday, 22 October at South Perth Community Hall.
Toddler Time at Manning Library change of location
Toddler Time on Thursday, 11 September will be held outside on the James Miller Oval, next to Manning Library, weather permitting.
