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The Cocoon Gallery welcomes Sally Poole

Posted on 29 October 2025

The Cocoon Gallery for emerging artists is now alive with the vibrant and playful exhibition Colour Journey by Sally Poole.

Sally’s art is a testament to her resilience following a car accident. Through bold acrylic colours and repeated patterns, she used painting as a mindful practice and a powerful tool for recovery and healing. Her lively works of flowers and birds are uplifting and joyful. Artworks on display now till the end of December.

Sally holding her painting Spring Birds

Join Sally for the Colour Journey – Midway Celebration
Thursday 27 November, 5.30pm to 6.30pm at the Margaret River Library

Please RSVP by email to: kelvin.poole@hotmail.com as refreshments are provided.

The Margaret River Library is an easily accessible venue.

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Thriller writer Sara Foster visiting on August 21

Posted on 7 August 2025

Thursday 21 August, 6 – 7pm

We are very excited to announce that Sara Foster, author of a multitude of popular thriller fiction titles, including ‘The Hush’ and ‘When She Was Gone’, will be in conversation with Ana Brawls at the Margaret River Library.

Come along to hear about Sara’s journey from book editor to bestselling author, her writing processes, inspirations, and successes as a prominent WA author.

Your entry becomes a ticket in a lucky door prize with a chance to win a signed copy of one of her recent books. Light refreshments will be available after the talk.

Please RSVP to Eventbrite so we save you a seat. or email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Phone: 9780 5600

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Poetry evening at the Margaret River Library

Posted on 31 July 2025

Between River and Sea: Five poets. One gathering. Countless currents of poetry.

Thursday 14 August, 5pm – 6.30pm

Between River & Sea brings together five powerful and distinct voices for an evening of poetry shaped by place, identity and connection. From whispered memory to thunderous truth, these poets speak across cultures, landscapes and lived experience, flowing between the intimate and the universal.

Join us at the Margaret River Library for a night of shared words and vibrant presence.

This is poetry that listens, stirs and stays with you, spoken where waters meet.

Presenting poets: Arunima Nair, Rachel Is, Ana Brawls, Roe Kanchi, Jaya Penelope

Please RSVP to Eventbrite so we save you a seat.

Alternatively, phone 9780 5600 or email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au

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Birdies, Stories of Aviation Aboard Australia’s Aircraft Carriers

Posted on 7 April 2025

Join Dr. Sharron Spargo at the Margaret River Library as she shares unique service stories of the “Birdies” The Australian Fleet Air Arm.

11.30am to 12.30pm, Wednesday 23 April

The “Birdies” worked in challenging conditions, launching and landing their fixed wing aircrafts, often in horrendous weather conditions. Sharron shares personal stories of those who served in front line action and during humanitarian missions. Sharron is passionate about collecting and sharing the oral histories of naval and aviation armed forces which formed the basis of her PhD dissertation as well as her book.

Light refreshments will be served after the talk with a chance to chat with Sharron and purchase a signed copy of her book.

Please RSVP to Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Phone: 9780 5600

The Library is an easily accessible venue.

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The Cocoon Gallery for Emerging Artists Welcomes Jan Harwood

Posted on 5 March 2025

In this exhibition Jan has sought and found her happy place. She has created mixed media works with a focus on the Cyanotype printing technique which uses the sun and elements of leaves and flowers from the local environment.

Jan has dabbled with art over the years but more recently in retirement, she has found time to really explore more fully her favourite mediums and creative processes.

In working towards this exhibition Jan has discarded perfectionism and found expression through her appreciation of the patterns, form, texture and intricate beauty of nature. This exhibition finds her refining printmaking techniques and style to represent this.

“When a leaf drops from the tree in the forest, it is not done nor ‘over’. It continues to evolve and change the structure of its presence.” The works she presents in ‘Reflection’ is her interpretation of that evolution.

The exhibition can be viewed in the entry to the Margaret River Library Cocoon Gallery space until the end of April. Artworks can be purchased through the artist.

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Book Chat Club for teens over 12 years old

Posted on 19 November 2024

Teens aged 12 years old and over are invited to join us for the final Book Chat Club of the year at Margaret River Library on Monday 25th November at 4pm.

At our Book Chat Club meetings we talk about the books we have read and give reviews and recommendations to other club members. We also have a fun book related craft or activity during the meeting with all materials provided.

Book Chat Club is free with snacks provided and bookings are not required, simply head to the library at 4pm.

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Just Home Information Session at the Library

Posted on 18 October 2024

Tuesday 29th October, 5.30pm – 7pm

Just Home Margaret River are holding an information session at the Library. Come along to hear about what the group is achieving, their plans for the future and how members of our community might be able to help.

If you can’t attend the session you can contact Just Home for more information. Email: office@justhome.org.au or visit the website: https://justhome.org.au

Just Home is a grassroots movement for housing justice. Their goal is for everyone in Augusta Margaret River to have access to appropriate, accessible, low cost, secure and sustainable housing.

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The Golden Feather Hunt returns!

Posted on 9 September 2024

The hunt for @formwa’s @scribblersfest Golden Feather has begun! From now until 25 October 2024, bring the whole family to our children’s and young adult sections to search for special Scribblers feather-shaped bookmarks.

Find a shiny Gold, Silver, or limited-edition Fuchsia Feather to WIN exciting prizes, or decorate a White Feather for the chance to win a spot prize.

Stop in for more info. and follow @scribblersfest to watch the feathered fun unfold over WA.

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Holistic Therapies For Animals: a Talk by Jackie Segers

Posted on 26 August 2024

Wednesday 4th September, 10.30 – 11.30am

Join us at the Margaret River Library for Adult Learner’s Week to learn how to share our hearts and nurturing touch with our furry friends.

How we care for the animals in our lives is evolving. Pets are now an integral part of how we define the word ‘family’. Holistic therapies, once considered only for humans are becoming increasingly popular with our companion animals. Together with veterinary care, these modalities offer a complete wellness programme addressing the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of our pets.

Author Jackie Segers will be sharing her stories and insights into helping pets to better health. She will also give a face reflexology massage tutorial that you can offer your furry friends. Copies of her book titled ‘Reflexology for dogs and other natural therapies for your canine companion’, will be available to purchase. Light refreshments will be provided after the talk.

The library is an easily accessible venue and this event is free.
Please RSVP to Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Phone: 9780 5600

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Happy Children’s Book Week Everyone!

Posted on 22 August 2024

Every year, all over Australia, we celebrate Children’s Book Week to highlight the many fantastic books for youth that are produced in this country.

Children’s Book of the Year has also announced during this week and our libraries have the shortlisted and winning books on display for you to request.

The Shire of Augusta Margaret River Libraries also celebrate Children’s Book Week by inviting an award winning author or illustrator to visit our libraries and speak to local school students.

This year, thanks to our sponsors The State Government of Western Australia through the Department of Local Government, Sports and Cultural Industries and the Children’s Book Council of Australia WA branch, author Kylie Howarth will be presenting at Margaret River and Augusta libraries on Wednesday 28th August to students from St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Margaret River Montessori School, Karridale Primary School, Augusta Primary School and Home School families.

Kylie has written and illustrated over 11 books for children of all ages and recently won the Western Australian Premier’s Book Awards Writers Fellowship and was shortlisted for SCBWI Australian Picture Book Illustrators Award, CBCA Book of the Year Awards, WAYRBA and the YABBA awards.

If you would like more information on the Kylie Howarth author talks please contact Rachael on 9780 5602 for details and bookings.