Find out about our collecting priorities and areas of focus as we build a rich and diverse collection of all things Australian.

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Interested in adding more non-fiction books to your reading list? Check out these recommendations from staff at the National Library.

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Find treasure at the National Library this April!

There’s something for everyone at the National Library this April.

Children and families are well catered-for at the National Library this April.

There's lots to see and do this August at the National Library.

Literature and history take centre stage at the Library this August.

Start planning your summer holidays with events happening at the Library.