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State Library acquires rare fragment of Governor Phillip’s long-lost journal
The State Library has acquired a rare fragment of Governor Arthur Phillip’s long-lost journal and is placing it on public display for the first time, from today.
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$6M boost for NSW public libraries
The State Government has announced $6 million in funding for public libraries across NSW as part of the Public Library Infrastructure Grant program.
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Help transcribe new collection of LGBTQ+ interviews online
This International Pride Day the State Library is calling on the community to help.
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Children’s Library has reopened
The Children's Library has reopened with a new look and dedicated sections for young adults and graphic novels.
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The State Library is upgrading its website!
Online visitors will see some changes over the coming weeks as we improve and refine the Library's website.
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Landmark photography exhibition now online
The virtual doors are now open on the Library’s biggest and most significant photography exhibition.