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Two men, Wilfred Burchett and unidentified man sitting at a small table and talking over a meal

Wilfred Burchett in China, c.1960, nla.gov.au/nla.cat-vn6449149

Wilfred Burchett: A firebrand of Australian journalism
21 May 2025

With support from Principal Patron Jane Hemstritch AO, Wilfred Burchett’s papers have been made available on Trove.

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A women wearing a pink t-shirt with the words 'She Shapes History' delivers a guided tour in front of several flagpoles
Where are the women in the story of Australia?
28 Apr 2026

The National Library of Australia announces partnership with She Shapes History.

Media release
Three objects lie across this image on a black background. A card box, three playing cards with fortunes written on them, and an instruction sheet.

Zinga Lee and M.P. (Marmion Percy) Adams, Zinga Lee fortune-telling by cards, by the original Zinga Lee, 1900, nla.gov.au/nla.cat-vn6891115

Where are the books?
03 Dec 2025

New Treasures Gallery exhibition answers some of our frequently asked questions.

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A stack of books showing the spines of selected titles shortlisted for the 2025 Prime Minister's Literary Awards

A selection of titles shortlisted for the 2025 Prime Minister's Literary Awards

What’s On in September 2025 at the National Library
26 Aug 2025

September is a month for reflection and learning at the Library.

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Illustrated flowers and insects details from the front cover of the book 'Flora: Australia's Most Curious Plants'.

Cover detail from Flora: Australia's Most Curious Plants

What’s On in September 2024 at the National Library
23 Aug 2024

Plant the seeds of creativity this month and watch your ideas grow.

Media release
A woman with long brown hair, wearing a brown shirt and holding a guitar and smiling.
What’s On in October 2024 at the National Library
24 Sep 2024

Broaden your horizons with this month’s events. Learn about astrophysics (and Dungeons & Dragons!) with Karlie Noon, discover artists’ books in our collection, get great advice from Kasey Chambers and immerse your kids in nature journalling at our school holiday workshops.

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Cover detail from the front cover of the book 'Dog Beach' showing dogs playing on a beach
What’s on in November 2024 at the National Library
22 Oct 2024

Rare instruments, a creative love story and celebrating dogs – there really is something for everyone at the Library this month!

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Grey background with white text reading 'Fit to Print' and individual photos of photographers Mike Bowers, Rick Stevens and Lorie Graham
What’s On in May 2025 at the National Library
22 Apr 2025

Build your knowledge and immerse yourself with new ideas at the National Library in May.

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Two images side by side. The image on the left is the front cover of the book 'If Everyone Cared Enough', and the image on the right is a portrait of an elderly Aboriginal women in a green shawl.

'If Everyone Cared Enough' book cover and portrait of Margaret Tucker MBE

What’s On in May 2024 at the National Library
30 Apr 2024

As the days gets shorter, liven up your evenings with thought-provoking discussions at the National Library this May.

Media release
Black and white image of a young girl smilng and holding a large apple up on her shoulder

Fairfax Corporation, Young girl holding a large apple beside her head, New South Wales, ca. 1930s, nla.gov.au/nla.obj-163350126

What’s On in March 2025 at the National Library
27 Feb 2025

Take a trip through time at the National Library this March.

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The National Library of Australia building at dusk, lit up with colourful projections.

The Library building lit up during Enlighten Festival 2023

What’s on in March 2024 at the National Library
22 Feb 2024

Be illuminated at the National Library this March.

Media release
Bookplate cafe at the Library set up with long tables set with white table cloths, wine glasses and flowers

Interior of Bookplate restaurant at the National Library of Australia.

What’s On in June 2025 at the National Library
27 May 2025

Attend one of our noteworthy events at the National Library in June.

Media release

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