Join the Future Library project, Tommy Orange and Amitav Ghosh online as they deliver the 2026 Handover Ceremony.

Join bestselling Australian author Catherine DeVrye for a special presentation focused on her new book Beyond Timbuktu: Journeys of Hope and Humanity.

Learn about 2025 National Library of Australia Scholar Caitlin Hughes’ research into interdisciplinary art in Indonesia. 

In this opening talk, Sita Sargeant was joined by Santilla Chingaipe, Jacinta Mackay, and Harini Rangarajan: three women who between them show what becomes possible when you go looking for the version of Australia that never made it into the textbooks.

The National Library of Australia requires Guarding and Security Services, that maintain the security and safety of the Library's sites, as well as protecting the collection material and the occupants.

Please note: An industry briefing will be held on Tuesday 17th June 2026 at 1pm (AEST). All interested parties must ensure to register using the Industry Briefing Registration Form by close-of-business on Monday 16th June 2026.

The 2026 Kenneth Myer Lecture will be delivered by Ronni Kahn AO, founder of leading food rescue charity, OzHarvest.

The 2026 Kenneth Myer Lecture will be delivered by Ronni Kahn AO, founder of leading food rescue charity, OzHarvest.

The National Foundation for Australian Women presents Alison Alder reflecting on her life and work.

Pacific Peoples Project newsletter June 2026

We want to connect with peoples of diverse Pacific and South Sea Islander heritage living in Australia.