This month, weâre proud to mark National Reconciliation Week, reflecting on how we can all be âAll Inâ for reconciliation. We're also exploring sustainable fashion (dressing with flair doesnât have to cost the earth!), gardening to attract wildlife (bring on the birds and the bees!), and hosting feel-good rainbow storytimes. |
This month, weâre proud to mark National Reconciliation Week, reflecting on how we can all be âAll Inâ for reconciliation. We're also exploring sustainable fashion (dressing with flair doesnât have to cost the earth!), gardening to attract wildlife (bring on the birds and the bees!), and hosting feel-good rainbow storytimes. |
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National Reconciliation WeekNational Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. The theme for NRW 2026 is All In, a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day. All In makes clear that reconciliation is not a spectator sport and that all of us must step away from the sidelines and take action to make change. Show your support this NRW by coming along to a library event or joining the Walk for Truth. |
National Reconciliation WeekNational Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures, and achievements, and to explore how each of us can contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. The theme for NRW 2026 is All In, a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day. All In makes clear that reconciliation is not a spectator sport and that all of us must step away from the sidelines and take action to make change. Show your support this NRW by coming along to a library event or joining the Walk for Truth. |
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| Allyship with Darebin Solidarity with First PeoplesJoin Darebin Solidarity with First Peoples to learn about allyship. This session invites participants to reflect, learn, and commit to everyday actions that support allyship and strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Wednesday 27 May
6.30â7.30pm
Northcote Library |
Allyship with Darebin Solidarity with First PeoplesJoin Darebin Solidarity with First Peoples to learn about allyship. This session invites participants to reflect, learn, and commit to everyday actions that support allyship and strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Wednesday 27 May
6.30â7.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| National Reconciliation Week Preschool Storytimes Come together to celebrate Aboriginal stories, culture and voices. Weâll share picture books by First Nations authors and illustrators, along with songs and rhymes that help children connect with themes of respect, community and belonging. Monday 1 June to Friday 5 June |
National Reconciliation Week Preschool Storytimes Come together to celebrate Aboriginal stories, culture and voices. Weâll share picture books by First Nations authors and illustrators, along with songs and rhymes that help children connect with themes of respect, community and belonging. Monday 1 June to Friday 5 June |
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| Mabo: Life of an Island Man Film Screening Celebrate the life of Eddie âKoikiâ Mabo with this powerful documentary. Maboâs drive for justice and deep connection to family and Country reshaped the nation and overturned the legal myth that Australia was empty before colonisation. Tuesday 2 June 6â7.30pm Reservoir Library |
Mabo: Life of an Island Man Film Screening Celebrate the life of Eddie âKoikiâ Mabo with this powerful documentary. Maboâs drive for justice and deep connection to family and Country reshaped the nation and overturned the legal myth that Australia was empty before colonisation. Tuesday 2 June 6â7.30pm Reservoir Library |
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| Decolonizing Solidarity Book Club Explore how to be an empathetic and constructive ally by collectively reading and reflecting upon Decolonizing Solidarity: Dilemmas and Direction for Supporters of Indigenous Struggles by Clare Land. Presented with Darebin Solidarity with First Peoples. Wednesday 13 May
6â8pm
Preston Library |
Decolonizing Solidarity Book Club Explore how to be an empathetic and constructive ally by collectively reading and reflecting upon Decolonizing Solidarity: Dilemmas and Direction for Supporters of Indigenous Struggles by Clare Land. Presented with Darebin Solidarity with First Peoples. Wednesday 13 May
6â8pm
Preston Library |
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| National Walk for Truth The National Walk for Truth 2026 is on its way to Canberra â an 800km journey led by Kerrupmara Gunditjmara man Travis Lovett, calling for a commitment to a national truth-telling process with First Nations People. If you missed the walk through Darebin, you can still: đSee the Walk for Truth Poster Exhibition. Visit our libraries to see powerful and creative posters by local students who participated in the 2025 Darebin Schools Yarning Conference and who proudly shared their voices in a Walk for Truth. âđž Visit the Walk for Truth website and learn how you can help progress a national truth-telling process in partnership with First Nations Peoples. |
National Walk for Truth The National Walk for Truth 2026 is on its way to Canberra â an 800km journey led by Kerrupmara Gunditjmara man Travis Lovett, calling for a commitment to a national truth-telling process with First Nations People. If you missed the walk through Darebin, you can still: đSee the Walk for Truth Poster Exhibition. Visit our libraries to see powerful and creative posters by local students who participated in the 2025 Darebin Schools Yarning Conference and who proudly shared their voices in a Walk for Truth. âđž Visit the Walk for Truth website and learn how you can help progress a national truth-telling process in partnership with First Nations Peoples. |
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| Sustainable Fashion Workshop Learn how to rewear, restyle and revive the pieces in your wardrobe so they last well beyond 30 wears. Bring one item youâre unsure how to style. Stylists, Simone and Natacha, will help you unlock its potential on the spot. Expect fresh ideas and clever tips that are good for the planet and your wallet! Thursday 14 May, 6â7.30pm
Preston Library |
Sustainable Fashion Workshop Learn how to rewear, restyle and revive the pieces in your wardrobe so they last well beyond 30 wears. Bring one item youâre unsure how to style. Stylists, Simone and Natacha, will help you unlock its potential on the spot. Expect fresh ideas and clever tips that are good for the planet and your wallet! Thursday 14 May, 6â7.30pm
Preston Library |
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| Docutopia Come along to our monthly documentary night where we watch thought-provoking docos followed by post-film chat. Next up: Spellbound. Tuesday 26 May, 6â8pm Reservoir Library |
Docutopia Come along to our monthly documentary night where we watch thought-provoking docos followed by post-film chat. Next up: Spellbound. Tuesday 26 May, 6â8pm Reservoir Library |
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| Connect Weekly Meet other locals and connect with community organisations at a weekly program: |
Connect Weekly Meet other locals and connect with community organisations at a weekly program: |
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| Connect Monthly Further your career or your local or family history research at a monthly program: No need to bookâyouâre welcome to just turn up at these weekly and monthly programs. |
Connect Monthly Further your career or your local or family history research at a monthly program: No need to bookâyouâre welcome to just turn up at these weekly and monthly programs. |
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| Extra Access Induction Sessions Want to spend more time at Preston Library? Check out Extra Access to learn more and attend an induction session to get started! Multiple dates available
Preston Library |
Extra Access Induction Sessions Want to spend more time at Preston Library? Check out Extra Access to learn more and attend an induction session to get started! Multiple dates available
Preston Library |
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| Get Creative Looking for a space to get crafty with like-minded creative folk? Try one of these regular programs. |
Get Creative Looking for a space to get crafty with like-minded creative folk? Try one of these regular programs. |
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Author Talks and Bookish Events |
Author Talks and Bookish Events |
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| Amra PajaliÄ Author Talk Join author Amra PajaliÄ for an inspiring conversation about amplifying voices often missing from the Australian literary landscape. Amra is an award-winning author whose work draws deeply from her Bosnian heritage and lived experience. Thursday 21 May, 6.30â7.30pm Preston Library |
Amra PajaliÄ Author Talk Join author Amra PajaliÄ for an inspiring conversation about amplifying voices often missing from the Australian literary landscape. Amra is an award-winning author whose work draws deeply from her Bosnian heritage and lived experience. Thursday 21 May, 6.30â7.30pm Preston Library |
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| The Big Book Swap Are those stacks of books that you've read and loved piling up around you? Bring them to the Big Book Swap and enjoy the opportunity to swap your pre-loved books for new reads. Thursday 28 May, 6.30â7.30pm Preston Library |
The Big Book Swap Are those stacks of books that you've read and loved piling up around you? Bring them to the Big Book Swap and enjoy the opportunity to swap your pre-loved books for new reads. Thursday 28 May, 6.30â7.30pm Preston Library |
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| Pen to Paper Looking for a creative space where you can meet other folks interested in writing? Come along to one our regular sessions. No experience required! |
Pen to Paper Looking for a creative space where you can meet other folks interested in writing? Come along to one our regular sessions. No experience required! |
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| Book Chats Whatâs better than reading a great book? Having a chat about it afterwards! |
Book Chats Whatâs better than reading a great book? Having a chat about it afterwards! |
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| WorkshopsWant to improve your technology skills, boost your online safety smarts or make the most of your smartphoneâs potential? Come along to a free workshop! |
WorkshopsWant to improve your technology skills, boost your online safety smarts or make the most of your smartphoneâs potential? Come along to a free workshop! |
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| One-on-one help Come along to Device Advice to have your tricky tech questions answered in a 40-minute, one-on-one session with a member of our friendly digital team. Bookings essential! |
One-on-one help Come along to Device Advice to have your tricky tech questions answered in a 40-minute, one-on-one session with a member of our friendly digital team. Bookings essential! |
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| Motherâs Day StorytimesJoin us at a heartwarming storytime celebrating the wonderful mothers, carers, and special people in childrenâs lives. Enjoy picture books about love, family and togetherness, along with songs and rhymes followed by a simple craft. 4â8 May, regular times and places |
Motherâs Day StorytimesJoin us at a heartwarming storytime celebrating the wonderful mothers, carers, and special people in childrenâs lives. Enjoy picture books about love, family and togetherness, along with songs and rhymes followed by a simple craft. 4â8 May, regular times and places |
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| Rainbow Storytimes Join us for a joyful session with Darebin Librariesâ Childrenâs staff, featuring colourful picture books, upbeat songs and playful rhymes that celebrate diversity, self-expression and being proud of who you are. 11â15 May, regular times and places |
Rainbow Storytimes Join us for a joyful session with Darebin Librariesâ Childrenâs staff, featuring colourful picture books, upbeat songs and playful rhymes that celebrate diversity, self-expression and being proud of who you are. 11â15 May, regular times and places |
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| Rainbow Reads Check out our book lists for kids and youth this IDAHOBIT for stories celebrating rainbow families and embracing who you are.đđ |
Rainbow Reads Check out our book lists for kids and youth this IDAHOBIT for stories celebrating rainbow families and embracing who you are.đđ |
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| National Simultaneous Storytime Celebrate the joy of reading at this annual event where libraries, schools and families across Australia read the same picture book at the same time. This yearâs featured book is Luna Roo: the Kangaroo Baller. Thereâll also be songs, rhymes and craft! Wednesday 27 May, 11.30amâ12.30pm Preston Library |
National Simultaneous Storytime Celebrate the joy of reading at this annual event where libraries, schools and families across Australia read the same picture book at the same time. This yearâs featured book is Luna Roo: the Kangaroo Baller. Thereâll also be songs, rhymes and craft! Wednesday 27 May, 11.30amâ12.30pm Preston Library |
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| Early Years Programs We offer Preschool Storytimes in different languages, Baby Rhymetime and Toddler Time. Roaring, stomping, singing and storiesâjust some of the fun to be had! |
Early Years Programs We offer Preschool Storytimes in different languages, Baby Rhymetime and Toddler Time. Roaring, stomping, singing and storiesâjust some of the fun to be had! |
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| Kids Clubs Kids can play, build, create, and learn new skills at our monthly kidsâ clubs. |
Kids Clubs Kids can play, build, create, and learn new skills at our monthly kidsâ clubs. |
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| Zine Workshop Learn graphic storytelling methods, zine making, and digital and traditional art-making techniques with Ink Blood Comics. Ages 12â25. Drinks and snacks provided! Friday 29 May, 5â6.30pm
Northcote Library |
Zine Workshop Learn graphic storytelling methods, zine making, and digital and traditional art-making techniques with Ink Blood Comics. Ages 12â25. Drinks and snacks provided! Friday 29 May, 5â6.30pm
Northcote Library |
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| Monthly Programs for Young People |
Monthly Programs for Young People |
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| Digital library cardâtwo ways! If you have trouble keeping track of your most treasured card (your library card, of course!) you now have two options to go digital. 1ď¸âŁDownload the Darebin Libraries app and log in to access your digital card (tap on My Barcode), plus a whole lot of excellent features. 2ď¸âŁLog in to your library account using a web browser and go to My Card (see the menu on the left). You can view your card and add it to the wallet on your smartphone. |
Digital library cardâtwo ways! If you have trouble keeping track of your most treasured card (your library card, of course!) you now have two options to go digital. 1ď¸âŁDownload the Darebin Libraries app and log in to access your digital card (tap on My Barcode), plus a whole lot of excellent features. 2ď¸âŁLog in to your library account using a web browser and go to My Card (see the menu on the left). You can view your card and add it to the wallet on your smartphone. |
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| Become a Garden Guide Volunteer! Interested in helping others create wildlife-friendly gardens at home? The Gardens for Wildlife program is looking for new volunteers to join its team of Garden Guides. This free program connects Darebin residents with trained volunteers who visit homes and provide simple, practical advice to help create wildlife-friendly gardens. |
Become a Garden Guide Volunteer! Interested in helping others create wildlife-friendly gardens at home? The Gardens for Wildlife program is looking for new volunteers to join its team of Garden Guides. This free program connects Darebin residents with trained volunteers who visit homes and provide simple, practical advice to help create wildlife-friendly gardens. |
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We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung people who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Darebin stands. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future leaders. |
We acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woiwurrung people who are the Traditional Owners of the land on which Darebin stands. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and future leaders. |
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