Whether you’re a regular library visitor, or just drop in now and then, your feedback matters. Help shape the future of WA libraries by sharing your thoughts in the online survey.

Survey link : WA Public Library Customer Survey

Survey closes 19 December
The Public Library Performance Framework Survey is conducted by the State Library of Western Australia on behalf of the Public Libraries Working Group. It takes about 10 minutes to complete and you can specify that you are answering about your experiences with your local library in Augusta and Margaret River. Your feedback will inform:

• Better services and programs
• Smarter tech and resources
• Funding where it counts
• Stronger community connections

Coming up, we have author Jay Martin discussing her novel Boom Town Snap on Wednesday 19^th November at 7.30PM AWST.

Jay Martin lives and works on Whadjuk Noongar Boodjar. She studied Asian languages (Indonesian and Vietnamese) and worked in a range of roles including in consulting firms in Australia and in Alberta, Canada. Her first book, Vodka and Apple Juice: Travels of an Undiplomatic Wife in Poland,won the Hungerford Award and was published by Fremantle Press in 2018. Her second book and first novel, Boom Town Snap (May 2025) is set between Western Australia and Canada — countries on the opposite sides of the globe, the hearts of which beat to the common rhythm of the resources industry, and explores human connection, corporate greed, and the harsh, rich landscapes that shape our destinies.

This month’s featured title will be available as an ebook format with concurrent use. The reader who asks the best question during the live event will be sent a copy of the book.

November Libby Book Club featuring Boom Town Snap by Jay Martin:   

• Online Trybooking page can be found here
• Zoom link can be found here with passcode: 599363
• December – The Legacy by Chris Hammer

Join us for the Book Launch at the Margaret River Library

Thursday 6 November, 6pm to 7pm

Join a panel of authors, including local writer Annie Horner, as they read from and discuss Follow the Salt, a collection of Australian gothic fiction inspired by the remote town of Dumbleyung, and its infamous salt lake.

Come along to discover the creative collaboration behind the book, developed through an immersive workshop led by Edith Cowan University.

Light refreshments will be served following the event, with an opportunity to meet the authors, purchase a copy of the book, and have it signed.

RSVP using Eventbrite or Email: amrlibrary@amrshire.wa.gov.au or Phone: 9780 5600

The library is an easily accessible venue and all welcome.

Free excess boxes at the back, service entry of the Margaret River Library

Please help yourself!

Margaret River Library will be closed on Monday 29th of September for the King’s Birthday Public Holiday. Open again on Tuesday the 30th at 10am.

Feel free to use the after-hours chute for your returns.

Access to the library online services is available 24/7 at amrlibraries.com

Augusta Library will be closed on Thursday 11 September 2025.
Regrettably Toddler Tales has been cancelled.
Sorry for the inconvenience.

Feel free to use the after-hours chute for your returns any time and you can follow our latest news and events starting at amrlibraries.com

Access to our online resources for e-books and e-audio books and many more links starts on the library e-resources page of our website.

Emily will be hosting the second meeting of the Growth Shelf at the Margaret River Library and would like new members to attend. It is a space for readers (or listeners) to get together and discuss all things personal growth.

Thursday 11th September at 4.30pm

You can expect:

• low pressure vibes
• the opportunity to share what you’ve been learning about recently
• learn from others and contribute to an inspiring conversation

This is a free community group. You can just show up or for more information contact the organizer, Emily by email:  wellnessEA@proton.me 

The library is an easily accessible venue and light refreshments will be provided.