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CulturalExperience

Cultural Experience at the Old Mill

28 Mar 9.30 and 11.30am: Seasoned guide Joe ‘jopossum’ Collard expertly navigates the historical landscape of the Old MIll Cultural Hub, providing a unique Noongar narrative to its colonial past as part of an enjoyable walking tour experience.

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Sounds of Bunuru

21 Mar 5pm: Bring your friends and enjoy FREE live outdoor music headlined by Australian R&B and dance artist Becca Hatch, supported by the talented Boox Kid and Lachy John and the Red Bellies.

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Uncover the Facts: Building an Energy Efficient Home

25 Mar 6pm: Join a practical workshop to help you start your building journey — whether you’re planning from the ground up or updating an existing space.

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Productive Backyards

6pm 30 March: Learn how to grow food, save seed, preserve your harvest and even add animals to your backyard.

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Advance Care Planning Workshop

9.30am 11 Mar & 2 Apr: Join our practical and interactive session on Advance Care Planning, how to get started, and how to talk with your loved ones about your end-of-life wishes.

Harmony Week 16-19 March

Explore, experience and appreciate WA's cultural diversity during Harmony Week!

2026SPYWA

South Perth Young Writers Award

Entries are now open until Monday 18 May 2026 for students in Years 1 to 10 to submit their stories for a chance to win great prizes.

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Popcorn & Pictures at the Libraries

12 August 2025 - 12 June 2026

Take a seat and join us for a cuppa, some popcorn and a free movie screening at the Manning and South Perth libraries.

All Ages Free Kids/Family Library Seniors

Uncover the Facts series

Manning and South Perth libraries 14 August 2025 - 30 June 2026

Keen to learn something new or deepen your knowledge in a particular area? Stay informed on a range of current topics with our free information sessions.

All Ages Free Library Sustainability

Mind Lounge series

South Perth Library 28 August 2025 - 30 June 2026

Our free art and craft workshops provide a chance to take time for yourself to explore a new, creative activity in a supportive environment. No experience needed!

Arts & Culture Free Library

Author Talk series

South Perth and Manning Libraries 6 October 2025 - 31 March 2026

Learn from bestselling authors as they share insights into their writing journey, creative process and inspiration behind their work.

Free Library

Harmony Week 2026

Various locations 16 - 19 March 2026

Explore, experience and appreciate WA's cultural diversity during Harmony Week! Enjoy a range of cultural events for all ages, and explore our Libraries to see our cultural displays and multilingual resources.

All Ages Arts & Culture Free Library
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Mind Lounge: Ikebana Japanese flower arranging (Opens external link)

Manning Library 16 March 2026

Learn the art of Japanese flower arranging in a relaxed, beginner-friendly workshop and create beautiful arrangements using various types of foliage.

Arts & Culture Free Library
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Story Time with Lion Dance (Opens external link)

South Perth Community Hall 17 March 2026

Join us for a very special Story Time celebrating Chinese culture with a spectacular Lion Dance. Enjoy a read-aloud experience, sing some songs together and get busy with a fun craft activity!

Free Kids/Family Library
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Kids Craft Club (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 17 March 2026

Join us for a very special Kids Craft Club celebrating Irish culture this Harmony Week. Join an after-school session for crafty creations and hands-on fun for kids aged 6 - 12.

Free Kids/Family Library
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Interactive Story Time with Lion Dance (Opens external link)

Manning Library 18 March 2026

Join us for a very special Interactive Story Time celebrating Chinese culture with a spectacular Lion Dance. Children aged 3-5 can enjoy music and have fun with sensory and tactile play activities.

Free Kids/Family Library
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Digital Library Drop In

Manning Library 18 March 2026

Come along to our support session and get more information on accessing the multilingual resources in our Digital Library! Discover a new world of eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, music, movies and more, for both adults and children.

Free Library