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Goldfields Libraries Our libraries are located across Greater Bendigo, Loddon Shire, Macedon Ranges Shire and Mount Alexander Shire.

We live and work on Barapa Barapa, Dja Dja Wurrung, Taungurung and Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Country.

Tarang Chawla brings his powerful call against violence to Bendigo, at a time when it’s never been more important to hea...
14/10/2026

Tarang Chawla brings his powerful call against violence to Bendigo, at a time when it’s never been more important to hear.

Tarang is the co-founder of Not One More Niki, a campaign to end violence against women and children, named in honour of his younger sister, who was murdered in 2015.

He is an inspiring speaker on a mission to affect change within communities, relationships and families. His story is unforgettable, as is his message for peace and equality.

We gratefully acknowledge funding support from City of Greater Bendigo.

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Skip the queue with BorrowBox this October!This month, we're featuring a selection of special BorrowBox Campaign Titles,...
13/10/2026

Skip the queue with BorrowBox this October!

This month, we're featuring a selection of special BorrowBox Campaign Titles, available to borrow with no waitlists.

Featured titles include:

For Richer, For Poorer by Danielle Steel
Paper Heart by Cecelia Ahern
Bridge of Flame and Fury by Mikayla Bridge
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams
Kane and Abel by Jeffrey Archer
The Gruffalo's Child by Julia Donaldson

These titles are ready to borrow instantly through BorrowBox.

https://www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/elibrarybooksaudio/

We acknowledge the passing of our esteemed former Chief Librarian, Bev Porteous (1940-2026).Serving with distinction for...
11/10/2026

We acknowledge the passing of our esteemed former Chief Librarian, Bev Porteous (1940-2026).

Serving with distinction for 32 years, from 1964 to 1996, Bev was a visionary leader who steered our library service through eras of historic transformation.

Her enduring legacy includes guiding us through the establishment of the Regional Library service in 1967, overseeing the opening of the new Bendigo Library building in 1984, and navigating complex council amalgamations in 1994.

Bev was a dedicated mentor to library staff and a passionate, lifelong champion of free public library access for thousands of patrons across central Victoria. She had a profound impact on our community.

Kyneton Library Manager Cathy Heenan said: “I often recall the time Bev came back from a meeting at the State Library raving about this thing called the internet and how she envisioned it being an amazing advancement for public libraries and how we operated.”

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Bev's family, friends and colleagues.

(First portrait image of Bev shared here was taken by the Bendigo Advertiser, October 1984.)

The Booker Prize shortlist has been announced!The six shortlisted titles are -The end of everything by M. John HarrisonT...
08/10/2026

The Booker Prize shortlist has been announced!

The six shortlisted titles are -

The end of everything by M. John Harrison
The disappearers by Marlon James
Black bag by Luke Kennard
May we feed the king by Rebecca Perry
The things we never say by Elizabeth Strout
John of John by Douglas Stuart

Will you be reading along before the winner is announced in November?

October Read Now TitlesGet ready for an exciting month of new releases from some of the biggest names in fiction. Throug...
07/10/2026

October Read Now Titles
Get ready for an exciting month of new releases from some of the biggest names in fiction.
Throughout October, we'll be adding brand-new titles to our Read Now collection as they're published, giving you the chance to borrow them without the wait.

Keep an eye out for:
Fierceland by Omar Musa
Tell Me Something True by Michael Robotham
The French Illusion by John Grisham
The German Ward by Pip Williams
The Dying Light by Ann Cleeves
Partita by Barbara Kingsolver
The Heights by Ian Rankin
At Bendigo, Kangaroo Flat, Gisborne, and Woodend Libraries

Full Circle by Chris Hammer
Chain Reaction by Lee & Andrew Child
Peck & Peck by Bonnie Garmus
Adam & Eve by Jeffrey Archer
Group Chat by Zoë Foster Blake
The Paradise Resort by Tricia Stringer
King's Ransom by Matthew Reilly
At Kyneton, Castlemaine, Eaglehawk, Heathcote, and Romsey Libraries

From gripping crime and thrillers to contemporary fiction and literary favourites, there's something for every reader

Honours were rolled out at the historic Bridgewater Memorial Hall for one of the Loddon Valley’s most loved this month.C...
07/10/2026

Honours were rolled out at the historic Bridgewater Memorial Hall for one of the Loddon Valley’s most loved this month.

Community, friends and family gathered to pay tribute to the late children’s author, poet, educator and Dingee farmer, Lorraine Marwood, and her nationally-celebrated writing.

Lorraine’s friends and fellow writers Glenda Millard and Claire Saxby were in conversation with Bendigo editor Cecile Shanahan for the Goldfields Libraries/Loddon Valley Arts Trail event.

Full story here https://www.ncgrl.vic.gov.au/2026/authors-bright-star-celebrated-in-loddon/

Take Action Now: Prepare a fire plan, clean up around your property, and talk to your family about fire safety. To find ...
05/10/2026

Take Action Now: Prepare a fire plan, clean up around your property, and talk to your family about fire safety.
To find a local CFA Get Fire Ready event visit cfa.vic.gov.au/getfireready

Pip Williams - The German WardDon’t miss the globally best-selling author of The Dictionary of Lost Words and The Bookbi...
30/09/2026

Pip Williams - The German Ward

Don’t miss the globally best-selling author of The Dictionary of Lost Words and The Bookbinder of Jericho, live in Bendigo.

Pip Williams will speak about the stories history leaves behind and the imagination needed to bring them to light.

Her latest novel, The German Ward, follows an English nurse and a German doctor who fall in love amid the upheaval of war. It’s steeped in history and desire, exploring forbidden love and the transformative power of art.

Presented in partnership with The Wheeler Centre and supported by City of Greater Bendigo.

Bookseller: Bookish.

Wednesday 7 October, 6-7pm
Capital Theatre, 50 View Street, Bendigo

Link to book is in the comments.

The Creativerse Festival - Kenny Chan's comic panelling workshop.How do you tell a story through pictures? Why do heroes...
29/09/2026

The Creativerse Festival - Kenny Chan's comic panelling workshop.

How do you tell a story through pictures? Why do heroes tend to face one direction?
Kenny Chan reveals the secrets of comic panelling; how to build motion, create action and tell a story in just a few frames.
Learn the answers, plus other fun and simple concepts to make your comics come alive.

Saturday 3 October, 1-2pm
Ulumbarra Theatre 10-20 Gaol Road, Bendigo
Age range: 9-14 years

https://thecreativerse.org.au/festival-program/

Our new Library of Things includes a range of Active Mind Kits. Especially designed to support those experiencing memory...
28/09/2026

Our new Library of Things includes a range of Active Mind Kits.
Especially designed to support those experiencing memory changes, each kit contains books, puzzles, games and objects chosen to stimulate memories and spark conversations. And, they're lots of fun.
Naarah can recommend the cat-themed kit for fellow feline lovers. Simply come into the library, ask to register for the Library of Things, and start borrowing.

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Bendigo, VIC

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9:30am - 12:30pm

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+6154492700

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