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HeritageFestival

Uncover the Facts: Discover Your Family History

30 Apr 3pm: Join a fascinating workshop to learn the basics, or build your skills, in family history research at the South Perth Library.

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The City invites library members and non-members to complete a survey about our libraries’ services and programs by 7 May 2026. If you're aged 14 and over we'd love to hear from you!

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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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2026 River Guardians Family Festival

2 May: Enjoy a free, family-friendly morning on the South Perth foreshore, bringing together local environmental and conservation groups for a relaxed event focused on nature, wildlife and hands-on learning for kids.

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Reducing Waste and Greenhouse Gas Emissions

South Perth Community Hall 25 May 2026

Learn practical ways to cut household waste and reduce your carbon footprint in this hands-on workshop with Shani from Ecoburbia. You’ll discover composting options, ways to reduce single-use plastics, and how to make eco-friendly cleaners to help halve what goes into your bin.

Free Sustainability

Bush Tucker and Wellbeing with Dale Tilbrook (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 27 May 2026

Explore the connection between native food, culture and health with Dale Tilbrook.

All Ages Free Library
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Staying Safe Online: Banking (Opens external link)

South Perth Library 28 May 2026

Learn how to stay safe against scams and fraud, create strong passwords, securely access online banking and stay digitally safe while travelling.

Free Library Seniors
WellbeingWorkshop

Wellbeing Workshops

George Burnett Leisure Centre 28 May - 25 June 2026

Join a free monthly workshop run by Lifestreams Community Services where a qualified counsellor will talk through different topics like relationships, anxiety, depression or self-care, followed by supportive group discussion. This event is not hosted by the City.

All Ages Community event Free

Second Hand-Buying Workshop (Opens external link)

Manning Library 28 May 2026

Learn how to navigate online marketplaces with Laura Monisse in this interactive workshop about successfully buying second hand.

Free Library Sustainability
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Uncover the Case of the Empire Fancy Dress

Manning Senior Citizens Centre 29 May 2026

Discover the story behind WA Museum Boola Bardip’s unusual 1909 child’s costume, ‘Little Miss Britain', with Erica Boyne.

Free Seniors
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Reconciliation Week: Community Walk with Traditional Owner Joe Collard (Opens external link)

Mindeerup 29 May 2026

Join us for Reconciliation Week, a time for learning, respect and connection, with an informative Community Walk led by Traditional Owner Joe Collard from Coode Street Jetty to the Old Mill.

All Ages Arts & Culture Free

Adulting 101 series

Manning and South Perth Libraries 1 - 30 June 2026

Build real-world life skills with our free Adulting 101 workshops for young people aged 16–25.

Free Library
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Waterwise Gardening and Supporting Biodiversity

South Perth Community Hall 29 June 2026

Create a waterwise, wildlife-friendly garden in this hands-on workshop with Shani from Ecoburbia. Learn to plant native species, attract wildlife, and make your garden resilient while reducing water use and supporting biodiversity.

Free Sustainability

Chimera Ensemble: Lyrical Landscapes (Opens external link)

St Mary's Anglican Church 16 August 2026

Join Chimera Ensemble for Clarinet Trios by Mendelssohn, Hartmann, & D'Indy, with clarinettist Geoff Bourgault, cellist Melinda Forsythe & pianist Tommaso Pollio in the beautiful St Mary's Church, South Perth. This event is not hosted by the City.

Arts & Culture Community event Kids/Family Seniors