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October 2025
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Boost your digital confidence at South Perth Libraries

News Update 6 October 2025

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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September 2025

Free workshops for adulting success

News Update 16 September 2025

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.

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2025 South Perth Young Writers Award winners announced

News Update 12 September 2025

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).

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Explore the science behind crime solving

News Update 10 September 2025

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.

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June 2025
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Gen Z tech help coming to City libraries

News Update 19 June 2025

The City of South Perth Libraries is launching a free digital support program at South Perth and Manning libraries that connects tech-savvy young people with older residents keen to grow their digital skills.

Purple Road blooms at South Perth Library

News Update 4 June 2025

To mark World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) on 15 June, a piece of the Purple Road will be on display at South Perth Library from 9 June.

April 2025

Animal Encounter Week coming to our libraries

News Update 30 April 2025

Families are in for a treat during Animal Encounter Week at the City of South Perth libraries, running from 19-23 May.

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South Perth’s post-war life in print

Library 24 April 2025

Local newspapers donated to the City of South Perth offer a fascinating window into life in the district during the years following World War II.

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Vending machine upgrade at South Perth Library

Library 24 April 2025

The vending machine at South Perth Library is being upgraded to provide a more reliable service and an improved selection of snacks and drinks for library visitors.

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March 2025

Book club kit donation to support remote communities

News Update 5 March 2025

The City of South Perth has donated several book club sets to the Shire of East Pilbara libraries as part of an upcoming project to refresh its own kits.

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