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Port Phillip Library Service We are the public library service for all those who live, work and play in the City of Port Phillip.

The Port Phillip Library Service offers extensive resources, both online and in real life, and welcoming places for people to participate in community life.

The ABC Radio National Top 100 Books list for 2026 is out. So, naturally, we dropped everything and checked our shelves....
20/10/2026

The ABC Radio National Top 100 Books list for 2026 is out.

So, naturally, we dropped everything and checked our shelves.

The verdict?

✅ We have them all.

That's right, every book on the list is available to borrow or reserve through Port Phillip Libraries.

We've even saved you the trouble of tracking them down by creating a reading list with all 100 titles in one place. Visit our website to explore the list and put them on reserve.

Now the only difficult question is: which one will you read first?

A big happy 40th birthday to our friends at Emerald Hill Toy Library!For four decades, they've helped local families dis...
19/10/2026

A big happy 40th birthday to our friends at Emerald Hill Toy Library!

For four decades, they've helped local families discover the joy of play, learning and connection. To celebrate, they're throwing a birthday party and everyone's invited.

📍 400 Clarendon Street, South Melbourne
📅 Saturday 24 October
🕘 9am to 1pm

Enjoy a fun-filled morning with birthday cake, face painting, puppetry, toys and plenty of family-friendly activities.

We're proud to be connected with Emerald Hill Toy Library and other toy libraries across Port Phillip, helping local families access affordable, sustainable play and learning opportunities. Visit our website to learn more about toy libraries across Port Phillip.

16/10/2026

We ordered a reading list.

Somehow we ended up with half the staff turning into Dua Lipa.

If you've ever wondered what Dua's reading, we've rounded up her Service95 Book Club recommendations into one handy reading list on our website.

Check them out here: https://library.portphillip.vic.gov.au/whats-on/our-recommended-reading

No backstage pass required. Just a library card.

15/10/2026

New books. No waiting. No holds. Just great reads.

Our latest Read Now titles are on the shelves now, ready to borrow.

Included are award winners, page-turners, unforgettable characters and stories that might just have you saying "one more chapter" well past bedtime.

See anything you'd take home?

📱 5% battery? We've all been there.Good news: our new secure charging lockers at St Kilda Library are now available for ...
14/10/2026

📱 5% battery? We've all been there.

Good news: our new secure charging lockers at St Kilda Library are now available for free.

Leave your device safely charging while you borrow, browse, study or attend a program. With a range of charging adapters available, it's never been easier to power up during your library visit.

Just set your PIN, lock the door and come back later to collect your device.

Please read the terms and conditions displayed next to the lockers before use.

Just another way we're helping our community stay connected and fully charged.

13/10/2026

Enjoy Meaghan's latest review of the Lady Astronaut series by Mary Robinette Kowal.

These award-winning sci-fi novels are packed with adventure, imagination and unforgettable characters, making them a great pick for science fiction fans.

Ready to explore the series for yourself? Place a reserve today.

Love sci-fi? Join our new Sci-Fi Book Chat, launching this November at Emerald Hill Library. Visit our website to learn more.

Many Australians know the iconic image from the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. While American athletes Tommie Smith and John...
09/10/2026

Many Australians know the iconic image from the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. While American athletes Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their fists in support of human rights and racial equality, standing beside them was Australian silver medallist Peter Norman.

Before stepping onto the podium, Norman was told of their plans and chose to stand in solidarity, wearing an Olympic Project for Human Rights badge alongside his fellow athletes.

His act of support came at a personal cost, but it became a defining moment in Australian sporting and human rights history.

Closer to home, Peter Norman's legacy lives on through the statue at Lakeside Stadium in Albert Park.

At the Port Phillip Heritage Centre, we're passionate about preserving and sharing local stories that help us better understand our community, its people and the moments that have shaped it.

This Peter Norman Day, we remember not only an extraordinary athlete, but a local figure whose courage, integrity and commitment to equality continue to inspire.

Interested in learning more? You can also borrow The Peter Norman Story audiobook through BorrowBox with your library membership.

08/10/2026

Special guest Storytime is coming to Albert Park Library!

Join our resident storyteller Mon and special guest Isk Razak from the ABC for a fun-filled Storytime with stories, songs and plenty of smiles.

📅 Monday 12 October
⏰ 10am
📍 Albert Park Library

No bookings required. Just bring along your little readers and join the fun.

Have you got your future plans in place?Creating a Will and Power of Attorney can help ensure your wishes are respected ...
07/10/2026

Have you got your future plans in place?

Creating a Will and Power of Attorney can help ensure your wishes are respected and your loved ones are supported when it matters most.

Join Southport Community Legal Service for a free information session and gain practical guidance on:
✔ Wills and Powers of Attorney
✔ Understanding your options
✔ Making informed decisions about your future
✔ Asking questions in a supportive environment

📍 St Kilda Library
📅 Monday 9 November
🕑 2pm to 3pm

📍 Port Melbourne Library
📅 Tuesday 17 November
🕑 2pm to 3pm

🎟️ Free bookings via our website.

Some of the world's most celebrated books have also been some of the most challenged. For Banned Books Week, we've creat...
06/10/2026

Some of the world's most celebrated books have also been some of the most challenged.

For Banned Books Week, we've created a display at St Kilda Library featuring books that have been banned, challenged or restricted at different times and in different places. You might be surprised by some of the titles on the shelf. Drop in, explore the display, and discover why access to diverse stories and ideas matters.

We've also put together a list of banned or challenged books available to borrow from our collection. Explore the list via the front page of our website.

Which banned book has stayed with you long after reading it?

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