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Launceston Library

Locality: Launceston, Tasmania

Phone: +61 3 6777 2446

Address: Civic Square 7250 Launceston, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.libraries.tas.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Older people are often the target of internet scams. Be Connected are hosting a free online webinar to help people spot a scam and then what to do. Tuesday 29 September 10:00-11:00am Book here https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/bookings#spot-a-scam #LibrariesTasmania #BeConnectedAU

25.01.2022 Rock & Rhyme returns tomorrow at Longford Library. Rock & Rhyme is held every Wednesday beginning at 10:15am. Enjoy lots of action songs, rhymes and fun! Due to current restrictions, booking is preferred. Contact the library on 6777 2408 to book. #LibrariesTasmania #RockandRhyme #Longford

25.01.2022 This is how the Brisbane Street Mall used to look. Some buildings are still recognisable, most notably the Jeans West shop on the corner of the Mall and Charles Street. In this photo it is the grandly named Boot Palace. Other buildings have had their façades replaced while some have been demolished over time. The photo was taken from the old Fire Bell Tower that stood in Brisbane Street about where Target is now. The photographer was Stephen Spurling II and it was taken in 1885. LPIC119-1-3 #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary

25.01.2022 We're hiring! Applications close Sunday 25 April. Follow the link for all the details https://careers.pageuppeople.com//library-services-officer

25.01.2022 A taste of some of the recent books added to our local studies and Tasmanian reference collections. You can browse these titles plus many more on our 'Discover Floor' and also search the library catalogue to see if there are lending copies available! #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary

25.01.2022 The Cataract Gorge was originally a sacred site for the local Aboriginal peoples. William Barnes, the European land owner, leased the land to the city of Launceston for 200 years. In 1889 the Launceston City and Suburban Improvement Association undertook fund raising for the construction of the footpath that runs from King’s Bridge to the picnic grounds. These gates at the King’s Bridge entrance to the Gorge were built in 1891. Beyond the gates is the ticket kiosk and turnstile. Originally the entry cost was one penny and a total of 243 was collected in the first year - this equals over 58 000 visitors. The gates and turnstile were removed in 1951, but the kiosk is still there. This photograph was taken by Alfred Masters. #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

24.01.2022 Have you seen the little poetry books currently on loan from the Friends of the Launceston Mechanics Institute? They are on display on our Discover Floor (1st floor).

23.01.2022 Our Friday historical photos posts will take a small break over Christmas and will resume in the New Year. These members of the Launceston Camera Club had the same idea in 1898 and went to Quamby. LPIC147-2-5 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

22.01.2022 This is Sir Cluck-a-Lot! He is just one of many interesting little creatures that kids have be scouring Launceston Library to find over the last few weeks. Tomorrow is the last day for doing the Crazy Creature Hunt! If you haven't started yet or you're part way through hunting for creatures hidden inside Launceston Library, tomorrow is your last chance to finish the challenge and receive your badge and sticker prize! We are open tomorrow 9:30am - 2:00pm. #LibrariesTasmania #CBCA2020 #curiouscreatureswildminds #LauncestonLibrary

22.01.2022 Feel like the digital world has left you behind? We have a short course starting soon at Deloraine Library which will cover all the basics including safe internet searching, buying and selling safely online, spotting scams, and connecting to services, family and friends online. This program is proudly sponsored by Hydro Tasmania. To register, or find out more, see Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.com/e/power-up-your-digital-skills-t... #LibrariesTasmania

22.01.2022 Construction of the Duck Reach Power Station began in 1893 with the drilling of an 840 meter tunnel to carry water to the turbines. The work proceeded swiftly and on 1st February 1896 Launceston was the first city in Australia to be lit by electric lights. The flood of 1929 caused significant damage to the building but the generators were reasonably untouched and repairs were completed in 1930. Duck Reach shut down in 1955 when it was replaced by the Trevallyn Power Station. In 1995 Duck Reach re-opened as a museum to this significant part of Launceston’s history. Here are three photos showing Duck Reach before, during and immediately after the 1929 flood to highlight the damage. #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

22.01.2022 Some of the new Express items we have just unpacked which are available for 7-day loan! Our express service allows you to read the latest releases and popular titles without the wait. Find out more about the new release express service: https://www.libraries.tas.gov.au//Pag/express-service.aspx #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary

21.01.2022 Do you know how the privacy settings on Facebook work? What about all those pesky ads that keep appearing? Be Connected is running a free online webinar to help you get the most out of Facebook. Wednesday 30 September 3:30-4:30pm Book here https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/bookings#fb #LibrariesTasmania #BeConnectedAU

20.01.2022 During the school holidays kids enjoyed all sorts of activities from building robots out of shoeboxes, making lanterns, making magic glowing aliens, to using a computer program to transform their own drawings into stickers. Keep up to date with activities for kids at Longford, Ravenswood, Westbury, Launceston, Deloraine, Campbell Town and Lilydale Libraries during future school holidays here on Facebook and also by following us on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/launceston-library-80849774 #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary #TasSchoolHolidays

20.01.2022 Check out these Christmas stories on Libby!

20.01.2022 Glenorchy Library is running a photographic competition as part of Mental Health Week - 'How has your life changed during COVID-19?' For more information contact Glenorchy Library on (03) 6165 5493 or [email protected]

19.01.2022 It's CBCA Children's Book Week! Enjoy a snapshot of some of the shortlisted titles in the CBCA Book of the Year Awards in our Bedtime Stories video. Today staff read from the Younger Readers (junior fiction) and Older Readers (young adult fiction) categories. Remember you can borrow all of the shortlisted titles by placing holds through our catalogue https://www.libraries.tas.gov.au/features/Pages/cbw.aspx and find out the winners for each category https://www.cbca.org.au/winners-2020. #LibrariesTasmania #CBCA2020 #CBCABookWeek #LauncestonLibrary

19.01.2022 GOOD NEWS! We are open as usual tomorrow, Saturday, from 9.30am to 2pm. Thanks for your patience today during our unexpected closure :)

19.01.2022 On this not-now-so-dreary evening, what kind of delights are you whipping up in the kitchen? Did you know Libraries Tasmania has a great range of cookery books covering many different cuisines and diets! Why not search for your next meal inspiration on our catalogue https://librariestas.ent.sirsidynix.net.au//search/results #LibrariesTasmania #bookstack

19.01.2022 In December 1900 there was a parade to welcome home Tasmanian soldiers who had been fighting in the Boer War. Nearly 900 Tasmanian troops were sent as part of the Australian contingent to South Africa. For part of this celebration decorations covered the bridge over the North Esk River at Tamar Street. The building with the three large chimneys was part of Boags Brewery. These photos were taken by E. Cummings during preparation for the parade. LPIC147-1-169 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

18.01.2022 We're so excited about our NEW LIBRARY BAGS for Libraries Tasmania members and visitors! These premium bags will be on sale at our libraries for $10 each (check availability with your local library). We will be rolling out a lower-priced everyday version, too, so keep an eye out!

18.01.2022 Kids had a great time at Longford Library using their imagination to create pet aliens and spaceships as part of the School Holiday Program. There’s always something to explore at Libraries Tasmania! #LibrariesTasmania #TasSchoolHolidays

18.01.2022 TOGETHER WE READ begins today! Together We Read connects readers in Australia and New Zealand with the same book at the same time, without any waitlists or holds. Read more here: https://togetherweread.com/aunz/ Download this year's eBook - "The Van Apfel Girls are Gone" by Felicity McLean - via the Libby app (which you can access on www.libraries.tas.gov.au) or on our OverDrive website https://librariestasmania.overdrive.com/ #LibrariesTasmania

18.01.2022 Check out these new books hitting our shelves! Lots of fresh fiction and non-fiction titles to enjoy sinking your teeth into. You can browse all of the new items available for borrowing on our New Arrivals page. We recommend placing holds on the books you want to read as new titles are often super popular! https://www.libraries.tas.gov.au/newgood/Pages/default.aspx #LibrariesTasmania #SaturdayStack

17.01.2022 We would like to wish everyone the very best for the holiday period. We look forward to seeing you all again in 2021. Here are the hours for Launceston Library over Christmas and New Years: Thursday 24 December close at 5:00pm Friday 25 December closed... Saturday 26 December closed Monday 28 December closed Tuesday 29 December 9:30am 5:00pm Wednesday 30 December 9:30 5:00pm Thursday 31 December 9:30 5:00pm Friday 1 January closed Saturday 2 January resume normal hours Campbell Town, Deloraine, Lilydale, Longford, Ravenswood and Westbury Libraries will all be closed between Christmas and New Years Day. They will re-open for normal hours from January 2.

16.01.2022 Good news! Rock & Rhyme returns next week with twice weekly sessions held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Physical distancing restrictions still apply, and registration is required. Places at sessions are limited, so if you're keen to join us for a fun rock and a rhyme, find out more and book your ticket now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rock-rhyme-launceston-library- #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary #RockandRhyme

16.01.2022 The tide is out and the waters are low as we look across the river towards the mouth of the Cataract Gorge. The white building on the left of the photo is the Floating Baths, built in 1885. Perhaps not the best location for a public baths as the Margret Street sewer drained into the river not far away. Above the Floating Baths can be seen the Tollkeeper's cottage for King’s Bridge. On the far side of the bridge the Gorge Caretaker’s cottage is absent, as that was not built until 1890. This means that we can date the photo to sometime between 1885 and 1890. NS2495-1-52 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives #LoveLaunnie

15.01.2022 Happy school holidays! We have a great way to keep the kids entertained with our Crazy Creature Hunt. Go hunting to find 21 creatures hiding across all the levels of Launceston Library. Write down their names, and discover some other fun activities on the way. You might visit a cave, spot some animals amongst the gumtrees, go fishing, and if you're lucky you might even find a gigantic monster! The treasure hunt is available any time during opening hours and no registration is needed. #LauncestonLibrary #TasSchoolHolidays #LibrariesTasmania

15.01.2022 We will be closed on Thursday 8th October for the Launceston Show Public Holiday. Even though the Show will not be happening this year, it is a gazetted public holiday. Ravenswood, Campbell Town, Westbury, Longford and Deloraine Libraries will also be closed.

15.01.2022 Help! Huge delivery of Express books! We’ve had a large delivery of new stock for the Express Book collection. Express Books are newly published, high demand titles you can borrow for 1 week. These copies are in addition to the ones you can place a hold on. You don’t have to wait in the holds queue, just pop in and see what’s available on the day.... Come into the Launceston Library and see what’s on the Express Book display today. You can’t miss the display it’s the one overflowing with books! #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary #TooManyBooksToRead See more

15.01.2022 In April 1929 high levels of rainfall in northern Tasmania led to some truly impressive flooding in Launceston. Most of Invermay was under water and over 4000 people were evacuated. The Albert Hall was set up as a place where the evacuees could go for safety. Many homes were damaged and some buildings were completely destroyed. This photo, taken by an unknown photographer, is of Royal Park during the flood. The nearly submerged structures were the Launceston Bowling Club’s pavilion and the tennis court building, while the roof of the Royal Park Refreshment Room to the left has collapsed. LPIC147-3-92 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

14.01.2022 New non-fiction arriving on our shelves.... Learn the art of botanical illustration, how to make adorable pompom animals, how to debunk myths, and receive inspiration and wisdom from 100 year-old Captain Tom Moore in his new autobiography. Search the catalogue for more titles on our New Arrivals page: https://www.libraries.tas.gov.au/newgood/Pages/default.aspx #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary

14.01.2022 St John’s Church was built in 1825, making it the oldest church in Launceston. Reverend William Browne was the first permanent minister and served for 40 years before retiring in 1868. Reverend Browne did not just serve Launceston, but also travelled as far north as George Town and as far south as Campbell Town to perform services. The early 20th century saw extensions to St John’s with building work starting in 1902 and completed in 1938, although two towers plus a central bell tower never came to pass. This photo is part of a stereoscopic view and was taken between 1880 and 1900 by an unknown photographer. LPIC147-2-212 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives #LoveLaunnie

14.01.2022 Listen to our manager, Garry, talk with Belinda King on ABC Radio about digitised materials available through our website, Baby Book Packs, volunteering at the Library, this month’s mystery photo from our collection and more. This 10 minute interview is from Friday November 13th. Catch up on what’s been recently digitised here https://libraries.tas.gov.au//P/Newly-Digitised-Items.aspx The mystery photo can be seen here https://stors.tas.gov.au/LPIC119-1-003 You can get your free COVID Stories bookmark from your local library. #LibrariesTasmania #ABCRadio

14.01.2022 Listen to our Community Learning Co-ordinator, Susan, talk with Belinda King on ABC Radio about a new project to help people in the Deloraine area gain skills in digital literacy. This 6 minute interview is from Monday 19th April. More information and booking details for the digital skills program can be found here https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/power-up-your-digital-skill #LibrariesTasmania #DeloraineLibrary #ABCRadio

13.01.2022 Why not muster up the energy, get yourself into the saddle and to ride on down to your local Libraries Tasmania site to lasso yourself a book to fulfil your cowgirl (or cowboy) dreams. Yee-ha!!!! Use the keywords ‘rural romance’ in the Libraries Tasmania catalogue to find new authors. Or why not mosey on over as we currently have them on display so you don’t even have to look for them. Darn-tootin!!!! #LibariesTasmania

13.01.2022 Are you after a thrilling bit of English crime fiction this long weekend? 'Run' into the library tomorrow between 9:30am - 2:00pm to find your next good read. This title is 'Run' by Mandasue Heller, published in 2017. We love the raised eyebrow! https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-1209905... #LibrariesTasmania #bookfacefriday

13.01.2022 We are currently selling copies of Spurling’s Panorma of Launceston for $12.00, marked down from$22.00! These reproductions of Stephen Spurling’s 1881 photo of Launceston from Cataract Hill show the city spread out below. The panoramas are 100x27cm and will enhance any room or make a wonderful gift (Christmas is coming). Panoramas are on sale on our Discover Floor (1st floor) and why not check out our exhibition of early Tasmanian photographers at the same time. #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary

13.01.2022 We are pleased to accept this book from Mayor Albert van Zetten and City of Launceston Official. It will be added to our catalogue and will then be available for borrowing.

12.01.2022 Tomorrow is our last Rock & Rhyme for the term! Remember to register on Eventbrite to come along. Look out for the return of Rock & Rhyme after school holidays! https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/rock-rhyme-launceston-libra #LauncestonLibrary #LibrariesTasmania #rockandrhyme

12.01.2022 The first Launceston General Hospital opened in 1863. It was situated on land that was then called Mulgrave Square in Charles Street. With beds for 100 patients, the new hospital was considered state of the art and included a lift so that patients could easily be moved from floor to floor. The second General Hospital opened in 1937 and the original was due to be demolished. The outbreak of the Second World War gave it a short reprieve but the demolition went ahead in 1944. The third General Hospital opened in 1982 and the second is now the Mantra Charles Hotel and occupies the site of the first hospital. This photo was taken by William Cawston after 1881 when an extension was added onto the left hand side of the building. PH30-1-2 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

12.01.2022 If you're heading to Hobart, check out the Allport Library's latest exhibition.

12.01.2022 Due to a burst water main in Paterson Street, Launceston Library is closed form midday Friday 23 October until further notice. The nearest available library is Ravenswood Library, the contact details are 6777 1440. Books and other loans may be returned via our external returns chute or to any library in Tasmania. We will advise when are able to open again.

11.01.2022 School holiday origami at Lilydale Library was a great hit, with paper pin wheels and balloons being created. Everyone had a great time and were happy to take their masterpieces home with them. #LibrariesTasmania #LilydaleLibrary #TasSchoolHolidays

11.01.2022 Did you know we are the place to go to for researching military ancestors? From the Boer War through to both World Wars, we can show you where to find documents like service records, as well as interpret them. We have access to a range of resources through Ancestry.com and FindMyPast.com for pre-1901 records. For post-1901 records we can show you how to access them through the National Archives of Australia. Wheather they were an ANZAC or part of a colonial regiment, we can help you research your ancestor’s military records. This image of Australian troops on the beaches of Gallipoli in 1915 was part of a donation to the State Library of Tasmania by Dr William Crowther. During WW1, he served as an army medical officer with distinction at both Gallipoli and the Western Front. CRO14-1-38 #LibrariesTasmania #AnzacDay2021

11.01.2022 Did you know we have multiple formats of many of your favourite titles? This book 'The Still of Night' by Kristen Heitzmann is available as an eBook through Libby and also as a hard copy! Search the catalogue for your next read today! https://libraries.tas.gov.au/Pages/Home.aspx #Bookfacefriday #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary

10.01.2022 Ancestry (Library Edition) can now be used until 30 June through remote access using your library card! If you're not already a member and you're eager to start delving into your family history, here's a great reason to join!

10.01.2022 Some new books for the weekend! These are all new titles just arriving on our shelves. What else do they have in common? #saturdaystack #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary

10.01.2022 The first wharves along the North Esk River were built in the 1820s, allowing ships to easily load and off-load goods and produce. As commerce in Launceston grew more wharves were constructed. By the 1850s all the south side of the river was continuous wharves from the bridge at Tamar Street to where the North Esk joined the Tamar River. The opening of the Charles Street bridge in 1918 cut off access for ships and brought this chapter of Launceston’s history to a close. However, it was not until the 1950s that the old wharves were finally removed, and the flood levy banks were installed in the 1960s. The rowboat in the middle of the river shows that it was easier to row across the river rather than walk to the bridge. This photo was taken by Stephen Spurling III between 1905-1918. LPIC144-1-109 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

10.01.2022 The 'Making Marks' children's art exhibition curated by the B4 Early Years Coalition aims to celebrate, nurture and support the voices of very young children through art. Making Marks is currently on display until Friday 27 November on the second floor of Launceston Library. There are over 30 artworks to enjoy, with artists aged from birth to 4 years. Follow this link to find out more about the exhibition: https://b4.education.tas.gov.au//celebrating-childrens-art/ #LibrariesTasmania #b4earlyyearscoalition

10.01.2022 The Launceston Gas Company was formed in 1858. Land was purchased in Willis Street fronting onto the North Esk River and construction of the buildings and the laying of pipes was soon completed. Gas lights illuminated Launceston for the first time on 5th April 1860. There were over 120 gas lamp posts in the city and lamplighters would have to climb each one with a ladder to light the lamp. Gas lighting lasted in Launceston until 1895 when the Duck Reach Power Station brought electricity to the city. This photo was taken by William Cawston. We’re uncertain of when it was taken, but it would have been between 1863 and 1891, the years Cawston was working in Launceston. The original of this photo is held in the Crowther Library, part of our Tasmanian Archives & Heritage Office. AUTAS001124850967w800 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

09.01.2022 The Tamar Street Independent Chapel (the building on the left) was built in 1836 and opened its doors the next year. In Launceston at this time there was nowhere for the Baptists, Wesleyans and Congregationalists to worship. Reverend Charles Price was one of the driving forces behind the establishment of the Chapel and he was also the first preacher. In fact, Price continued to preach at the Independent Chapel for the next 55 years until his death in 1891 at the age of 84. Th...e Price Memorial Hall (building on the right) was built in 1896 as the congregation had grown and more room was needed. However, the next couple of decades saw a decline in worshipers and the Chapel was closed and demolished in 1921. The Dutch Garden in City Park is where the Chapel used to stand. The Price Memorial Hall is now home to Design Tasmania. This photo was taken between 1900-1910 by Charles Anthony Hart. LPIC158-1-164 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives See more

09.01.2022 After a break over the school holidays, Rock & Rhyme returns this Thursday 22 April. Come along for half an hour of songs, rhymes, stories, actions and lots of fun! You can register to participate on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/rock-rhyme-launceston-libra #rockandrhyme #LauncestonLibrary #LibrariesTasmania

09.01.2022 Look what we've been unpacking! Lots of lovely new kids books including non-fiction, graphic novels, board books and picture books! You can browse all newly added titles through the New Arrivals page on our website: https://www.libraries.tas.gov.au/newgood/Pages/default.aspx #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary

08.01.2022 Chrissie kids books available on Storybox!

08.01.2022 This photo looking south along St John Street shows some of Launceston’s great buildings. From the right we have the Town Hall, the Mechanics Institute with the spire of St Andrew’s Church behind it, and then the Union Bank now Bendigo Bank. If you think the Town Hall looks different, you’d be right! The building was extended in the 1930s and more columns were added to the front. Sadly the Mechanics Institute was demolished in the early 1970s. The bank remains reasonably unchanged to this day. This photo was taken around 1881 by Alfred Winter. LPIC35-1-14 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives #LoveLaunnie

08.01.2022 A tale of two Launcestons. In January 1950 the City of Launceston, Tasmania, was visited by the Mayor of Launceston, Cornwall. Mr Fulford and his family had a delightful visit according to reports in the Examiner. While attending a council meeting Mr Fulford presented a book The Histories of Launceston and Dunheved, in the county of Cornwall which in now part of the collection at the Launceston Library. The book is bound in black leather with the title impressed in gilt on ...the spine. The Launceston, Cornwall, coat of arms is impressed on the front cover, including the town motto Royale et Loyale with gilt edges. Adding a touch more pomp it has been signed by the then Princess Elizabeth during her first official visit to Launceston, Cornwall in 1949. Less than three years later she became Queen Elizabeth II. You can read more about the Mayor of Launceston, Cornwall’s visit to Launceston, Tasmania via the links to Trove below. The book will be on display later in the year as part of the 50th Anniversary of the Launceston Library celebrations. ‘The Histories of Launceston and Dunheved, in the county of Cornwall’ by Richard Peter, an associate of the British Archaeological Association, the Town Clerk of Launceston ; and his son, Otho Bathurst Peter, an associate of the Royal Institute of British Architects. https://stors.tas.gov.au/ILS/SD_ILS-484213 Launceston to get surprise gift from U.K. Mayor http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article26679330 Gift to Daughter City http://nla.gov.au/nla.news-article69203254 #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary #LauncestonLibrary50YearsYoung The Royal Family See more

07.01.2022 We would love to hear about what books you're reading at the moment... #whatsyourweekendread #LauncestonLibrary #LibrariesTasmania

07.01.2022 We will be closed Monday 2nd November for the Recreation Day public holiday. This will also affect Ravenswood, Deloraine, Westbury, and Libraries. All our online services will still be available. #LibrariesTasmania

07.01.2022 This week is Children's Week! The theme this year is "Children have the right to choose their own friends and safely connect with others". To celebrate, we are holding a special friends-themed storytime tomorrow starting at the usual time, 10:15am in the kids space - no registration required. Afterwards, you can make your own friendship chain to keep or give to a special friend. You can find out more about what's happening all around the state for Children's Week in the online guide: https://playgrouptas.org.au/national-childrens-week/ #LibrariesTasmania #LauncestonLibrary #childrensweek2020 #cwtas2020

07.01.2022 If you’re passing Westbury Library, why not drop in and see their exhibition of early 20th century Christmas cards. Kindly on loan from Mr & Mrs Greenhill, the cards will be in the library until Christmas Eve. #LibrariesTasmania #WestburyLibrary

06.01.2022 Launceston Library will be closed for the rest of today, Friday 23 October. At this time we plan to re-open Saturday 24 October as normal.

04.01.2022 Yesterday kids had a blast at our first School Holiday Program activity for the week, making their own hero puppets using pipecleaners, paper straws and beads! At today's activity, we will be making superhero costumes using recycled graphic novels! There are still some spaces available. See Eventbrite to find out more or register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/superhero-costumes-launceston- #LibrariesTasmania #TASSchoolHolidays #LauncestonLibrary

03.01.2022 Listen to our manager, Garry, talk about a mystery photo of Launceston, Seniors Week, 26TEN Week and our school holiday program with Belinda King on ABC Radio. This 8 minute interview is from Tuesday 6th October. The mystery photo can be seen here https://www.facebook.com/LauncestonLibraryTas/posts/2684115121837600 #LibrariesTasmania #ABCRadio #LoveLaunnie

02.01.2022 Listen to our manager, Garry, talk with Belinda King on ABC Radio about school holiday activities at our various libraries, the next Live at the Library session, plus the mystery photo from our collection and more. This 10 minute interview is from Tuesday 13th April. The mystery photo can be seen here https://stors.tas.gov.au/AI/LPIC144-1-63 #LibrariesTasmania #ABCRadio

02.01.2022 On 27th October 1899 a contingent of 80 volunteer soldiers departed from Launceston to fight in the Boer War in South Africa. The soldiers paraded through the streets of Launceston. They started in City Park and marched along Brisbane Street, and then St John Street to the wharf where they boarded the S.S. Coogee. This photo shows the parade in St John Street with St Andrew’s Church and the Union Bank in the background. The photographer was Frank Styant Browne and it was published in an album commemorating the event by Ebenezer Cummings. LPIC85-1-21 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives

01.01.2022 Before there was a bridge a ferry was the only way to cross the river at the mouth of the Cataract Gorge. The bridge across the South Esk River was constructed in 1863 and connected Launceston to the West Tamar area. Celebrations for the opening included a public holiday and a parade from Princes Square including the local Volunteer Rifles and dignitaries. Originally called the Cataract Bridge, the name was changed to King’s Bridge in 1902 for the coronation of King Edward VII. Three gentlemen have parked their buggy on the bridge, potentially causing a traffic hazard. Luckily for them it’s not rush hour! This photo was taken around 1898 by Henry Lewis. LPIC22-1-60 #LibrariesTasmania #TasArchives #LoveLaunnie