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Town of Victoria Park Library

Locality: East Victoria Park, Western Australia

Phone: +61 8 9373 5500

Address: 27 Sussex Street, East Victoria Park 6101 East Victoria Park, WA, Australia

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25.01.2022 Want to know what books, movies and tv shows are trending right now? The library has a new list of what everyone wants: https://victoriapark.spydus.com//spydus.e/MSGTRN/WPAC/HOME

23.01.2022 Western Australia's new museum Boola Bardip has officially opened! The new Aboriginal name means 'many stories' in Noongar language and recognises the significant role of Aboriginal people in WA's shared cultural heritage. To manage crowds, they are taking free bookings for visitation from today onwards. To book head to their website: https://visit.museum.wa.gov.au/boolabardip

23.01.2022 Today’s Time-warp Tuesday we meet the man behind the name of Geddes Street, Victoria Park. Cyril Arthur Geddes lived with his parents at 47 Berwick Street, Victoria Park, which was situated almost at the intersection with Geddes Street today. Cyril was a clerk in the civil service and was aged 26 when he enlisted in the AIF in September 1914. He was declared Killed in Action by court of inquiry at Gallipoli on 23 May 1915. Arthur has no known grave. If you have photographs, posters or other items that tell the story of Victoria Park and suburbs, we would love to see them. Please get in touch on 9373 5500 or email [email protected] #LoveVicPark

23.01.2022 Anh Do’s hilarious hit chapter book series WeirDo is now exclusively available in eAudiobook on BorrowBox and narrated by Australia’s beloved voice actor, Stig Wemyss. With an unforgettable name, a crazy family, and some seriously weird habits, fitting in won’t be easy but it will be funny! Head to Borrowbox now to start listening: https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au//eBooks-and-eAudiobooks

22.01.2022 Check out this month’s edition of History Mysteries in this week’s edition of the Southern Gazette out today! Do you like a good mystery, a real puzzler, where you can look for clues and find the answers? Then we have something just for you. The Southern Gazette in partnership with Victoria Park Library’s Local History Collection will be presenting a monthly column called History Mysteries. Each month a photograph(s) or object from the Collection will be featured, these are items that we have little to no information about and are seeking assistance from members of the public to help solve the mystery. Future editions of History Mysteries will also report on any solved History Mysteries.

22.01.2022 This week’s Time-warp Tuesday we meet the man behind the name of Goddard Street, Lathlain. Arthur was a stove-maker who lived with his parents in Forrest Street, now Beatty Avenue. He was 19 when he enlisted in the Australian Infantry Force. Suffering a gun-shot wound to the shoulder while serving in the Dardanelles on 12 May 1915. Sadly, Arthur died of these wounds on 26 May 1915 in a Cairo hospital. He was 20 years old. In 1918 the Perth City Council renamed Cambridge Roa...d to Goddard Street, Lathlain in Arthur’s honour. If you have photographs, posters or other items that tell the story of Victoria Park and suburbs, we would love to see them. Please get in touch on 9373 5500 or email [email protected] #LoveVicPark

21.01.2022 For this week's Time-warp Tuesday we go back to 1927 and we are at Wilson’s Park in Beatty Avenue, Carlisle, for a school excursion and pantomime. Edith Hatton, at eleven years of age, is pictured in the photo, but we have no documentation as to which of these youngsters she is. If you have photographs, memorabilia, posters or other items that tell the story of Vic Park, we would love to see them. Please get in touch on 9373 5500 or email [email protected] #LoveVicPark

21.01.2022 This month's Library Craft Build Competition theme is Amusement Parks! The rules: - All building must be in Creative Mode - This is a Single Player Competition Team builds are not allowed - Builders can claim ONE plot only... - All entries must be built on the October Comp world - Designs must be your own no copying from online Get building now! https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au//eLibrary-for-kids-and-

19.01.2022 Please be advised that as of Tuesday 29 September our opening hours will be extended to the following: Monday, Tuesday and Friday 9am -6pm Wednesday and Thursday 9am-8pm Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday Closed

19.01.2022 Today’s Time-warp Tuesday we meet the man behind the name of Benporath Street, Burswood. Frank Hilton Benporath was an electrician by trade, and growing up had been involved in various military units prior to the outbreak of World War I. Frank enjoyed cycling and often competed in amateur races. He lived with his wife Stella in Egham Street, Victoria Park (now Burswood). Enlisting just weeks after war was declared, Frank embarked in November 1914 for the Gallipoli peninsula.... Wounded three times during his service, on 16 August 1916, he died of wounds received in action. He was 31 years old. In 1918 the Perth City Council renamed a number of streets in honour of fallen war heroes. They renamed Duke Street to Benporath Street in honour of Frank Hilton Benporath. For more of Frank’s story check out his entry in the Victoria Park Dictionary of Biography (https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au//Victoria-Park-Dictiona) If you have photographs, posters or other items that tell the story of Victoria Park and suburbs, we would love to see them. Please get in touch on 9373 5500 or email [email protected] #LoveVicPark

17.01.2022 November is #digitalhealth month. This means the Australasian Institute of Digital Health inaugural national conference is currently on. The conference brings together clinical leaders, researchers, innovators and forward thinkers to present the latest thinking, innovation, and ideas, practical case studies, life experiences, cutting edge technology and the best research and evidence for the advancement of healthcare through digital health. Perth has 5 live in person events and all summit content will be available on-demand through the event platform for 2 full months- all you need to do is register: https://digitalhealth.org.au/institute-summit/register/

17.01.2022 This week was also #NationalRecyclingWeek! This year's theme is 'Recovery - A future beyond the bin'. The theme invites you to value your resources, giving them a second life by reducing virgin resource use, reusing and recycling. To get involved: https://recyclingnearyou.com.au/nationalrecyclingweek/about... Want some inspiration? Like Planet Ark for great recycling ideas and news.

17.01.2022 The quail eggs have arrived this morning! Make sure you come down this week to watch our eggs hatch into baby quails, able to run around, peck and eat. We also have an amazing photography exhibition showcasing the Kimberley’s Fitzroy River region with a 7m long sawfish!

17.01.2022 The Children’s Book Council of Australia have announced the 2020 book of the year shortlist! To see the full list and to start reserving head to the library catalogue now: https://victoriapark.spydus.com//spydus.e/MSGTRN/WPAC/HOME

17.01.2022 As you have heard from the Premier of WA, we are heading towards all businesses and venues maintaining a contact register of patrons, staff, visitors and contractors for COVID-19 contact tracing, if required, as of 5 December 2020. We are busy preparing for the requirements and as of 5 December it shall be a requirement of entry into most Town facilities that a person must either scan the QR code that will be at the entrances with their smartphones using the new SafeWA app or... completing a paper based register form. The Town strongly encourages all persons who wish to use our facilities to download the app to make entry as seamless as possible. The app can be downloaded from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store: https://safewa.health.wa.gov.au/individuals

17.01.2022 For this week’s Time-warp Tueday we have a new occupation for a WWII Valentine tank, minus turret and guns, parked on the verge of 73 Hubert Street, East Victoria Park. Natalie Easther is seated on the tank. After modifications it was driven to the small town of Kukerin about 303 kilometres south-east of Perth where it was to be used for scrub rolling (clearing) the land. If you have photographs, posters or other items that tell the story of Victoria Park and suburbs, we would love to see them. Please get in touch on 9373 5500 or email [email protected] #LoveVicPark

17.01.2022 UPDATE: The website is now back online. Thank you for your patience. Our Town website is currently inactive. We are working with our supplier to resolve the mat...ter as quickly as possible. We apologise for the inconvenience, and will advise when it is up and running again. Thanks for your patience. #LoveVicPark. See more

16.01.2022 This month's Library Craft Build Competition theme is Sea Monsters! The rules: - All building must be in Creative Mode - This is a Single Player Competition Team builds are not allowed - Builders can claim ONE plot only... - All entries must be built on the November Comp world - Designs must be your own no copying from online Get building now! https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au//eLibrary-for-kids-and-

14.01.2022 The latest selection of "Campaign Titles" from Borrowbox are up! These titles are available to anyone- meaning no queues and unlimited downloads. eAudio titles: The ghost and the bounty hunter / Adam Courtenay Heavily meditated / Caitlin Cady The secrets of midwives / Sally Hepworth... The tattooist of Auschwitz / Heather Morris Dark emu / Bruce Pascoe Long road to mercy / David Baldacci eBook titles: We need to talk about mum & dad / Jean Kittson Kochie’s 11-step money plan for a better life / David Koch Force of nature / Jane Harper Long road to mercy / David Baldacci To access: https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au//eBooks-and-eAudiobooks

13.01.2022 Over 400 new and classic comic book, graphic novels and manga titles have been recently added to OverDrive/Libby. Check out the 'Just added' section to see the range: https://wapldmc.overdrive.com/

11.01.2022 Perth Festival tickets are on sale today. Find out what you would like to attend via the website or come grab a program from the library (these will be delivered some time this week)!

09.01.2022 Come on down and check out this fantastic exhibition!

08.01.2022 Today we held a special morning tea after Baby Rhymetime for PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Awareness) Week. PANDA Week reminds us that both expecting and new parents can experience perinatal anxiety and depression during pregnancy through to the first year after birth. If you are looking for some advice or support, call the free and confidential PANDA National Helpline on 1300 723 306 or visit www.panda.org.au #LoveVicPark Communicare Inc. Wanslea Early Learning and Development

07.01.2022 Going away over the school holidays? Take the library with you! Keep the kids reading, listening and learning from anywhere in WA: https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au//eLibrary-for-kids-and-

06.01.2022 Get ready- There's another BedWars Tournament coming! To compete or sign up head to the Library Craft website: https://librarycraft.net/

05.01.2022 To ensure the Town has a plan for all the assets, facilities and services within the Macmillan Precinct, a masterplan is currently being developed to guide the future land uses of the site. The MacMillan Precinct includes the Victoria Park Library, Leisurelife, Victoria Park Community Centre, the law centre, John Macmillan Park, Arts Centre, Billabong Childcare, The Victoria Park-Carlisle Bowls Club and the surrounding area. To view the draft Concept Plan and share your thou...ghts head to the Your Thoughts website by 11 October: https://yourthoughts.victoriapark.wa.gov.au/mpm See more

04.01.2022 There are only a couple days left of the Big Library Read! Visit our Overdrive/Libby to borrow the featured title ‘Reverie’ by Ryan La Sala with no waitlists or holds. "This outstanding debut novel will light readers' imaginations on fire...Imaginative, bold, and full of queer representation, this is a must-purchase for YA collections."School Library Journal... https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au//eBooks-and-eAudiobooks See more

02.01.2022 The students from East Victoria Park Education Support Centre have created 2 beautiful artworks using recycled coffee pods and plastic container lids. The artworks will be on display until 16 December. https://eastvictoriaparkesc.wa.edu.au/

02.01.2022 Reminder: The Victoria Park Library will be closed on Monday 28 September for the Queen's Birthday public holiday. The library will re-open Tuesday 29 September 9am-6pm.

01.01.2022 It's the final day of International Games Week. Did you play anything fun? The library has lots of resources for you to get involved: - join Library Craft, the library's Minecraft server - try one of our Local history themed online puzzles -borrow a board game or puzzle from the library... For more information head to the library's website: https://www.victoriapark.wa.gov.au/Aroun/Facilities/Library -