Wollongong City Libraries

🚨🔨 Dapto Library is temporarily closed today for carpet replacement.

Regular hours will resume tomorrow Friday 19 June. The return chute will remain open during this time.

We look forward to welcoming you back tomorrow! 😊

🙌📸 Then vs now! This year actually marks the 80th anniversary of free library service in the Wollongong region.

While our services and technologies have evolved, our mission remains the same. We pride ourselves on being a safe and inclusive space for everyone.

What year did you get your first library card? 🧡

✍️ Last chance to share your library experience to help us improve our service!

The survey should take around 4 minutes to complete and will provide valuable information about the role and impact of libraries in our community. 📚

Complete the short survey now: https://culturecounts.cc/s/6vaqFD/splash

🫶 Local creativity is on display at Thirroul Library!

For the month of June, pop in and have a look at the library display cabinets which are full of works from local hobbyists, creators and collectors.

It is an amazing showcase of the diverse creativity from people of all ages in our community. 🧡

📸 Love taking photos in Wollongong Botanic Garden? Now’s your moment to shine! ✨

Wollongong City Libraries 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮 𝗜𝗺𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗲 is a great opportunity to capture and share what makes the region (especially the Botanic Garden ☺️) so special!

From vibrant flowers and peaceful pond scenes 🦆 to hidden paths and wildlife moments - there’s photo magic around every corner. And yes… your photo could be a winner! 🏆

So grab your camera or phone, explore your favourite spots, and enter your best snaps in this much-loved local competition.

👉 More details at https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/library/explore-our-past/illawarra-images/illawarra-images-photography-prize

And don’t forget - we’d love to see your shots on socials! Tag us and use

City of Wollongong



📸Image credit: .edmonds18

🚨🔨 Dapto Library will be temporarily closed on Thursday 18 June for carpet replacement.

Regular hours will resume on Friday 19 June. The return chute will remain open during this time.

We look forward to welcoming you back on Friday! 😊

🧡🥳 When was the last time you made time to play?

Today on the International Day of Play, we challenge you to press pause on your routine and say yes to something new.

Play is serious business! It shapes how we learn, connect and understand the world. 🙌

Whether you're 5 or 95, there's a fun program waiting for you to rediscover the joy of play at your library.

Visit our website for program dates and times: https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/library/whats-on 🔗

Find out the story behind the story from some of today's leading writers. 📖

📘Author Talk with Sarah Bourne
Thursday 11 June, 6–7pm at Wollongong Library

🍴Friends of the Library present a Literary Lunch with Deborah Lawrie
Friday 12 June, 12–2pm at Wollongong Admin Building

✍️ Indie Authors Panel
Saturday 27 June, 10:30-12pm at Thirroul Library

🐶Adopt-a-Dog Storytime
Thursday 9 July, 10-11am at Wollongong Library

📕Author Talk with Petronella McGovern in conversation with Hayley Scrivenor
Friday 10 July, 5-6pm at Wollongong Library

💻BorrowBox in conversation with David Baldacci
Tuesday 21 July, 7-8pm via Zoom

🎤Author Talk with Jeff Apter
Wednesday 12 August, 5.30-6.30pm at Thirroul Library

To find out more and book visit our website: www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/library/whats-on/for-adults/talks 🔗

Don’t miss out – the Youth Services Expo is coming 🔥🙌

We’re bringing 20+ local services together in one space to connect you with opportunities, support, and everything you and your young person need to thrive 💙

✨ Explore pathways in education, employment & wellbeing
🤝 Meet services in your community
🔥 FREE BBQ & giveaways on the day

Open to all community! This is your space to ask questions, get inspired, and make connections that matter!

📅SAVE THE DATE: 14 July 1-4pm