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Albany Public Library Public Library service in Albany, Western Australia. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and informative online community.

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Scaredy cat that still wants to enjoy Halloween vibes? Horror fanatic that wants to be scared to the max? No matter your...
17/10/2026

Scaredy cat that still wants to enjoy Halloween vibes? Horror fanatic that wants to be scared to the max? No matter your Halloween vibe, Hoopla Digital has something for you! Browse these Halloween collections and get into the spooky spirit.

Halloween for Kids: https://www.hoopladigital.com.au/collection/18776
Witchy, Whodunit & Whimsy: https://www.hoopladigital.com.au/collection/226288
Chilling Suspense: https://www.hoopladigital.com.au/collection/226289
Terrifying Horror: https://www.hoopladigital.com.au/collection/226290

Have you subscribed to our email newsletter yet? We send out an email newsletter on the 1st and the 15th of each month t...
16/10/2026

Have you subscribed to our email newsletter yet?

We send out an email newsletter on the 1st and the 15th of each month that is chock-full of library news, upcoming events and more. Be the first to know what is happening at the library, you don't even have to be a member!

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If not, pop to the link in the first comment

To see just how much value your library membership provides, come along to this session as we explore the library in you...
15/10/2026

To see just how much value your library membership provides, come along to this session as we explore the library in your pocket, by way of library apps and eResources.

Come along and learn how you can access:
- eBooks
- eAudiobooks
- eMagazines
- music
- TV shows
- movies

We will also cover the apps that can help you manage your library account and borrow items.

Thursday 29 Oct
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Bookings essential. Book online: https://bit.ly/4rGnKKX or phone the Library on 6820 3600

Wednesday Word of the Week - PerseverateTo perseverate is to intently focus one's attention on a thought or thoughts. Pe...
14/10/2026

Wednesday Word of the Week - Perseverate

To perseverate is to intently focus one's attention on a thought or thoughts. Perseverate can also mean "to recur or repeat continually." - Merriam-Webster Dictionary

The reader had to put their book down and perseverate after reading a particularly interesting chapter.

AI and Copyright: Where does the law stand in Australia?With generative AI tools booming, understanding how copyright ap...
13/10/2026

AI and Copyright: Where does the law stand in Australia?

With generative AI tools booming, understanding how copyright applies to AI-generated content and training data is more important than ever.

Here are a few key takeaways from the Australian Copyright Council:
No human author, no copyright: Under Australian law, literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic works created without a human author generally do not receive copyright protection.
Training AI requires permission: Using copyrighted material to train AI systems—including through text and data mining (TDM)—generally requires permission from the copyright owner.
Software is protected: While an AI-generated output might not have copyright protection, the underlying system software and code are typically protected as literary works (as long as they aren't generated by AI).
Fair dealing vs. Fair use: Australia uses specific "fair dealing" exceptions rather than the broader US "fair use" doctrine, and legal challenges regarding AI training are growing worldwide.

Curious about how these rules affect creators or businesses? Read the full fact sheet on the Australian Copyright Council website via the link in the comments.

✨ Come say hi at the Children's Week Event! ✨We’ll be there with a fun Storytime for little book lovers, plus our very o...
12/10/2026

✨ Come say hi at the Children's Week Event! ✨

We’ll be there with a fun Storytime for little book lovers, plus our very own library stall!

There’ll also be lots of wonderful early years organisations there to meet, connect with and discover what’s available for you and your little ones.

We can’t wait to see you there!

POWERING UP OUR COMMUNITIES - THE FUTURE IS ELECTRICJoin Electrify Everything WA for a free practical community workshop...
12/10/2026

POWERING UP OUR COMMUNITIES - THE FUTURE IS ELECTRIC

Join Electrify Everything WA for a free practical community workshop on common home energy upgrades.

Learn how rooftop solar, batteries, heat-pump hot water systems, reverse-cycle air conditioning, induction cooking and EV's work in typical WA homes.

This session is designed for residents who are curious about specific upgrades and may be considering options ahead of the gas network closure.

SATURDAY
24 October 2026
10:00am-11:30am

Bookings essential. Book online: https://albany-events.bookable.net.au/ #!/event-detail/PoweringupOctober or phone the Library on 6820 3600

Discover powerful presentations that will inspire you to think differently, take action, and create a brighter future wi...
10/10/2026

Discover powerful presentations that will inspire you to think differently, take action, and create a brighter future with the new TED Talks Hoopla BingePass.

See all of the new TED BingePasses here: https://bit.ly/4zfZUs3 or in your Hoopla app!

This month for Make it Monthly we welcome back the amazing Julia!Explore your jewellery making skills with statement ear...
09/10/2026

This month for Make it Monthly we welcome back the amazing Julia!
Explore your jewellery making skills with statement earrings.
Learn how to make colours pop and create your own piece.

Register now to join in the fun - link in first comment

Writing workshops are so much fun!We were thrilled to host a poetry workshop with local authors Dianne Wolfer, Sian Turn...
09/10/2026

Writing workshops are so much fun!

We were thrilled to host a poetry workshop with local authors Dianne Wolfer, Sian Turner, Barbara Temperton and Yann Toussaint who set a variety of challenges and provided ideas on developing our poem ideas.

🐸Barbara shared poems from the book with amazing flair and animation, and some very talented jumping audience participation!
⭐Dianne stepped us through the history and format of Haiku then guided us in creating our own.
✍️Sian invited us to explore how all our senses can enrich our connection with a story.
🦈Yann captivated us with heartfelt readings of his delightful poems.

If I Could Eat the Stars: And Other Poems is available for loan from the library. Reserve it at the link in the first comment, or in the Spydus Library app now!

Barbara Temperton
Dianne Wolfer - Author
Sian Turner Books
Yann Toussaint
Fremantle Press

Address

221 York Street
Albany, WA
6330

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

0868203600

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