Children's special events
School Holiday Program
Our school holiday program (SHP) offers a range of activities and events during the school holidays. The program is available approximately two weeks before the holidays begin.
The program, when available, can be accessed here.
Reading challenges
Get involved in our reading challenges using Beanstack!
National Simultaneous Story Time
Every year in May, the Australian Library and Information Association organises National Simultaneous Story Time to support reading and literacy.
National Simultaneous Story Time aims to promote:
- the value of books
- Australian writers and publishers
- activities in public libraries and communities around the country.
In 2025, National Simultaneous Story Time will take place on Wednesday 21 May with the book 'The Truck Cat' by Deborah Frenkel.
Find out more about National Simultaneous Story Time.
Book Week
In August every year schools and public libraries throughout Australia enjoy a week celebrating books and Australian authors and illustrators.
2025 Theme: Book an Adventure!
16 - 23 August 2025
Find out more about Book Week and the Children's Book Council of Australia.
More information
Email the Library, contact 8416 6228 or search our events.