Using the Library’s English and Chinese language material, Dr Yao-Tai Li set out to examine the daily experiences of Chinese migrants since the 1970s.

Participate in the Bibliographical Society of Australia and New Zealand Annual Conference 2024 at the National Library.

Be inspired by these highlights from our collection to discover more of Canberra.

Exploring 1975: The Vietnam War and Operation Babylift

Hear from Dr Anna Dziedzic about her experience as a 2021 National Library Fellow and her research about the movement of constitution texts and ideas across Oceania.

Director-General, Dr Marie-Louise Ayres FAHA has announced her intention to retire in April 2026. 

Learn more about the children's book Dog Beach and and important jobs that Aussie dogs have done over time.

We're calling on you to help us collect campaign material from the 2023 Referendum on an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice.

Score! We’ve commissioned photos of different sports in Australia, including rock climbing, mountain biking and woodchopping.

Explore the new photos making a splash in our collection.

Our Special Collections Research & Support team are back with answers to more common questions that can help can uncover your ancestors' migration story.

Our Special Collections Research & Support team have answered common questions that can help can uncover your ancestor’s migration story.