Media Releases


Tuesday 5 November 2019

Author, award-winning film critic and journalist Paul Byrnes will visit Bendigo Library this month to speak about his new book The Lost Boys: The untold stories of the under-age soldiers who foug­ht in the First World War.


Thursday 31 October 2019

Works to refurbish the Castlemaine Library are almost complete and the upgraded library on Mechanics Lane will reopen at 10.00am on Wednesday 20 November.

A pop-up library has been located at the historic Market Building in Mostyn Street since July.


Tuesday 8 October 2019

Harrison Craig, a United Way Australia Early Learning Ambassador, accomplished singer and now author, will stop by Bendigo Library on Thursday to share his very special book Harrison’s Song.


Monday 23 September 2019

Kangaroo Flat Library is turning 40 on Wednesday September 25, 2019, and we want you to help us celebrate! Festivities will include a photographic display, a celebration cake, balloons, birthday stories, party hats to craft, face painting by Pass-the-Parcel, badge-making and a special birthday storytime!


Monday 16 September 2019

Goldfields Libraries are excited to welcome talented young performers from Stage School Australia on a tour of their library region. The tour provides a wonderful opportunity for regional children to experience high quality live theatre free of charge, and Stage School Australia students the experience of a regional tour.


Thursday 27 June 2019

If you like the idea of sharing information about your life with generations to come, make sure you drop into the Castlemaine Library and add your contribution to their time capsule.

“Works to replace the library floor will start in July so we’re taking this opportunity to bury a time capsule while the floor is removed,” said Jess Saunders, Castlemaine Library Manager.


Thursday 13 June 2019

In recognition of Refugee Week (16-22 June), trauma counsellor Christine Cummins will visit Gisborne, Bendigo and Castlemaine libraries to talk about her latest book Dignity in a Teacup – detailing her experiences working with asylum seekers on Christmas Island.


Thursday 30 May 2019

Works to upgrade the Castlemaine Library will begin in July to make the space more accessible, safer and flexible for patrons.

The upgrade includes renewal of the structural floor, replacement of old shelves, installation of mobile shelves and other works.

Castlemaine Library Manager Jess Saunders said the team is very excited about the upcoming changes.


Monday 27 May 2019

Goldfields Libraries, in collaboration with Telstra and Public Libraries Victoria Network, are pleased to offer a new series of social media workshops designed for people over the age of 60. Social Seniors is a series of free workshops designed around using technology to socialise and make connections with others.


Tuesday 7 May 2019

Young families are invited to join in the fun of National Simultaneous Storytime ­­‑ Australia's biggest storytelling session! The same book will be read across Australia and New Zealand at the same time.

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