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Alexandrina Libraries have branches in Goolwa and Strathalbyn and depots in Port Elliot, Milang and Government Organization

02/09/2026

Meet bestselling Australian author Victoria Purman at Goolwa Library on 24 September. 👏

Join Victoria as she shares her experiences writing about ‘ordinary women with extraordinary stories’. ✨

Victoria will discuss her recent novel ‘The Marriage Trap’. The novel is set in Adelaide in the 1960’s - a tumultuous era that brought significant change to people's lives.

📖Victoria Purman author event
📆 Thursday 24 September, 5:30pm
📍 Goolwa Library, 11 Cadell Street, Goolwa
🔗 Bookings: https://bit.ly/4wGm3yd
🎫FREE

Books will be available for purchase and signing at the event.

30/08/2026

'Flying High with No:Ri' book launch! Get your copy today 📖👏

Last week, our Alexandrina Libraries team was invited to attend Goolwa Primary School’s launch of their new book, ‘Flying High with No:Ri'.

Written by Adele Kenny and illustrated by Stephanie Pitcher, the story of No:ri the pelican encourages children to dream big, keep trying and to care for others. 🤝💭

If you'd like a copy, ‘Flying High with No:Ri' is available for purchase from Goolwa Primary School or for loan at Alexandrina Libraries (coming soon!).

Thank you to Adele, Stephanie and everyone at Goolwa Primary School for such an excellent launch of an inspiring children’s book. 🌟

📷 (L-R) Joel Hill (Alexandrina Libraries), Nathan Hunter (Principal of Goolwa Primary School), No:ri the pelican, Adele Kenny (author), Stephanie Pitcher (illustrator) and Karen Barrett (Alexandrina Libraries).

28/08/2026

📚 Celebrating Book Week 2026 with some Rainbow Magic, Pippi Longstocking and 'One Ring to Bind Them All' (Hobbit-style) at our Goolwa Library. 🧙🏽‍♂️

Book Week is a fantastic affair for everyone at Alexandrina Libraries.

This year's Children’s Book Week theme is a ‘Symphony of Stories’.

How did you or someone in your family celebrate Book Week and the Symphony of Stories in your household or school?

Find the perfect book to read or download at https://www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/libraries

📷Alexandrina Council team members Karen, Thelma, Ashleigh and Sally dress up for Book Week.

11/08/2026

👩🏽‍🍳Discover the secrets of blue-ribbon cooking at an author event at the Strathalbyn Library on 22 August.🍰

Book now to join Liz Harfull, author of The New Blue Ribbon Cookbook and Vaughan Wilson, champion show cook, judge and convenor, on Saturday 22 August at 9.30am at the Strathalbyn Library.

Liz talks about the quirky world of show cooking, inspiring cooks and her passion for capturing traditional recipes and knowledge of show cooks.

Vaughan will demonstrate a simple recipe people can use to enter the show and will provide tips about what judges look for.

Liz’s new book will be available for purchase at 9.30am and signing after the event.

To register head to https://www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/libraryevents

30/07/2026

Curious about Artificial Intelligence (AI) and want to learn more? 🤔💻

Alexandrina Libraries are hosting four AI beginner friendly sessions designed to help people understand what AI is, how it works, why it matters and learn about today’s most popular tools.

Presented by Zoran Opacic, Digital Literacy Programs Officer from Public Library Services.

𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘄𝗮 | 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟱 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁
🕥 10.30 am - AI 101: Understanding the basics
🕐 1pm - AI in Action: Hands-on with the latest platforms

𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗯𝘆𝗻 | 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟮𝟳 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁
🕥 10.30 am - AI 101: Understanding the basics
🕐 1pm - AI in Action: Hands-on with the latest platforms

Limited spots available, book your spot on EventBrite 🔗 www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/libraryevents

21/07/2026

Need some support while you get some life admin, study or job search done? ✅

The Haven Women’s Information Service at Goolwa and the Goolwa Children's Centre now offer two hours of free creche and staff support to help you get important tasks done while your little ones play under supervision.

Come and join a lovely bunch of people gathering, connecting, and ticking things off their to-do lists over a cuppa. Support and referrals are available as needed.

📅 Mondays, 10am - 12pm (during school term)

🤗 Reach out, there is help available.

Contact: 8555 2509 (Goolwa Children's Centre) or visit The Haven at the Goolwa Library.

The Haven at Goolwa is a free and confidential service provided by the Government of South Australia's Office for Women with partnership support from Council.

For more information, head to our website at https://www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/thehaven

14/07/2026

Visit the Goolwa Library to see some spectacular artwork before it's too late! 👀

Alexandrina Libraries are excited to host a vibrant and meaningful piece of First Nations’ artwork at the Goolwa Library 👏

Created by the talented Kaurna, Narungga and Ngarrindjeri artist, Gabriel Stengle, this artwork symbolises Libraries SA.

The artwork tells a story about:
🔶 The connected journey lines and meeting places represent the many libraries throughout South Australia.
🔶 These are surrounded by many waterholes that represent communities.
🔶 The people symbolise those within the community as well as the many dedicated workers within Libraries SA.
🔶 The blue water lines represent South Australian Rivers, Lakes and Beaches.
🔶 The Kangaroo tracks are a representation of Libraries SA's vision of always moving forward and never back, with the community always at the forefront.

A short walk away from the library is the Yuntulun Ku:li-war exhibition at the Signal Point Experience Centre, where you can immerse yourself in the stories of the Ngarrindjeri First Nations people.

More information about the Yuntulun Ku:li-war exhibition can be found on the SA Tourism Commission’s website https://bit.ly/4uO4bl8

13/07/2026

You are invited to take part in the South Australian Public Library Network Customer Survey.

By completing the survey, you'll help us create a better library for the whole community.

The survey should take around 10 minutes to complete. Your feedback will help inform how the Libraries SA network should prioritise their effort, funding, resources, and projects, to provide better value to the community.

Visit: https://www.libraries.sa.gov.au/feedback

09/07/2026

📢Update: Please note that this Firstival Women’s Circle event on 25 July - Conversations About First Periods - has unfortunately been cancelled.💬

However, there are many more events to explore at LibrariesSA’s Firstival. Learn more at firstival.com.au or check out https://www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/libraryevents

04/07/2026

Ready… set… GO! 🚗💨

Alexandrina Libraries is hosting two School Holiday Mario Kart Tournaments designed just for teens aged 12–17 — and your young racers are invited to jump in on the fun!

📍 Goolwa Library
📅 10 July & 17 July
⏰ 2 – 3:30 PM
😋 Snacks included
📲 Book Now: https://bit.ly/4v8kxUI

Expect fast-paced races, friendly competition, plenty of cheering, and a whole lot of laughter. Watch out for those banana peels 🍌🚗

🏷️ Tag a parent who needs to check this out!

Address

11 Cadell Street
Goolwa, SA
5214

Telephone

+61885557000

Website

http://www.alexandrina.sa.gov.au/libraries

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