
Take a trip down memory lane and contribute with your own reflections on our Shire…
Click here to visit the SLWA facebook post that showcases some iconic AMR moments and buildings.
News and events for our library community

Take a trip down memory lane and contribute with your own reflections on our Shire…
Click here to visit the SLWA facebook post that showcases some iconic AMR moments and buildings.

I dreamed a house of
books, and where the sun
could wonder: and a
seemly sense of space
be resident within the
working place,
and reading spots be
there for everyone;
somewhere the seasons
would be known to pass
as people read or
talked; and baby rhyme
be opened by the page,
and storytime,
and children’s voices
sing behind the glass.
And there would be a
garden alongside
where water flowed, and
plants could breathe; and you
and I could find
the reasons to be true
to leisure, and the
leisurely confide;
a bright, uplifting place
where life could play, a ready measure of
community.
Alan Alexander (Cowaramup 25th March 2013)

Belgian Warmblood, Haflinger, Lusitano, Shetland or Brumby; some are for sport, and some are for war.
They help people overcome barriers, providing support, care and even treating depression.
These stunning creatures are much loved by their owners and admired by many.
We are featuring our beloved Horses in this week’s New Books.
Click on the image to place a hold on the item.
Dr Pam Lynch is a well-travelled author who loves to share her journeys by presenting talks with images to places like Everest Base Camp, Hadrian’s Wall and the Tasmania coastal walk. This time Pam will guide us through the history and landscape of the Orkney Islands. Pam is an inspiring speaker who motivates listeners to live life to the fullest and in these times of travel restrictions what better way to get out and see the world than through some armchair travels? Come along to the library and listen as Dr Pam Lynch takes you on a trip overseas to a spectacular part of the world. The library is holding the event within Covid-19 guidelines so please stay at home if you are not well.
RSVP to the Library by October 14th to amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Ph: 9780 5600 * * The Library is an easily accessible venue. All welcome

Margaret River Library will be closed for the morning on Monday 12 October for Staff Development Training
We apologise for any inconvenience. Your online library resources (including movies, e-books and e-audiobooks) are available 24/7. Click here to find out more

The Margaret River Library will be closed on Monday 28th September
Please use the after hours chute if you would like to return items while the library is closed. Your online library resources (including movies, e-books and e-audiobooks) are available 24/7. Click here to find out more. The library opens again on Tuesday 29th at 10am.


Join Public Libraries WA for a state wide author talk via Zoom. Best selling author Kathy Lette will be speaking about her new book HRT: Husband Replacement Therapy. Kathy will chat about her life, her writing and shares her immense wisdom in an exclusive tete-a-tete across the state. Join Kathy from the comfort of your own home and bring your own drinks and nibbles.
Join in for this FREE event via the magic of Zoom by registering with the link below on Eventbrite.
To join go to: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/cocktails-with-kathy-lette-tickets-114243559562
We are pleased to announce the extension of the Margaret River Library open hours.
Starting Monday 17 August, the library will be open at these times:
Please let your friends and family know!
The Augusta and Margaret River Libraries will be closing early on Thursday 6 August for Staff Development.
Augusta Library: Closing at 12pm.
Margaret River Library: Closing at 12.30pm
We apologise for any inconvenience.
Your online library resources (including movies, e-books and e-audiobooks) are available 24/7. Click here to find out more.
We are very excited to let our community know that the Augusta Library will be opening again from Tuesday 4 August!
These are the new Augusta open times:
Open Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday:
10am – 12pm / 1pm – 4pm
(Closed Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday)
Click & Collect will continue to be available for those who prefer to not enter the library. Please visit the library during open hours and come to the back door if you are picking up a Click & Collect item.
We look forward to welcoming you back!
Fearn Avenue, Margaret River WA 6285
Phone: (08) 9780 5600
Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au