Tag: Libraries

Let’s get ready to read

If you’re looking for a great reading resource for your Pre-primary child – look no further than the Reading Ready mini packs. This little bundle is perfect for Pre-primary students to build their skills and confidence as they learn to read independently.

Each kit has a selection of books for reading practice, as well as specially designed games which will build on the reading skills your children are learning at school. There is a handy guide for parents as well.

Look for the Reading Ready mini packs in the red tubs at all four Joondalup Libraries.

This project has been supported by funding provided by the State Government of Western Australia through the State Library’s Better Beginnings program.

Thank you also to the Dyslexia SPELD Foundation of WA for their assistance in developing the packs.

From Rhyme Time to Study Time

Our libraries mean different things to different people, and through our new Social Stories initiative, we will share the many ways our members access, use and benefit from our services.

From Rhyme Time to Study Time 

Bella and her sister Kate are long time members of Woodvale Library and are familiar faces to the library staff. This is not surprising, considering they have been regular visitors to the library since they attended Rhyme Time!

The sisters enjoy their regular visits to Woodvale Library. Over the years their use of the library has changed, but both are still avid readers.

Bella enjoys books with lots of detail, where she can imagine she is part of the story. Her favourite fiction genres are fantasy, crime, romance and humour. Kate also enjoys fantasy and crime fiction, Young Adult titles and non-fiction, especially history books. “I grew up reading Nancy Drew and Friday Barnes, and now read Sherlock Holmes and Agatha Christie. My interests have changed, and every trip to the library, I browse the shelves and look for something new.”

Both girls have special memories associated with Woodvale Library. “We’ve been using Woodvale Library for as long as I can remember, and it holds lots of good memories for us,” said Bella. “Now we also use the library as a quiet place to study, where we have access to everything we need.”

We love hearing how our patrons use the libraries and how their use evolves over time. If you would like to share your story, you can submit it online.

Libraries social stories – Chris loves the space to just be

Joondalup Libraries mean different things to different people. The new Social Stories initiative will share the many ways members access, use and benefit from the services.

Chris is a long-term library member, first visiting Woodvale Library in 2005. She visits the libraries at least once a month, and frequents all four branches, although she does spend more time at Joondalup.

When she visits the library, Chris enjoys listening to eBooks while she knits. She loves the space available in each of the libraries to sit and just be. A comfy chair and a good story sound like the perfect combination!

A crime buff, Chris’ favourite genre is crime fiction, especially anything set in the United Kingdom. Some of her top authors include J D Kirk, Joy Ellis, Dervla McTiernan, Helen H Durrant, Chris Hammer, Candice Fox, Wilbur Smith, Jeffrey Archer and Michael Rowbotham. Chris hopes to come along and meet Michael Rowbotham and Chris Hammer when they visit the libraries in the coming weeks and months.

Chris has been a member of the Joondalup Library knitting club for nine years. “We meet on the fourth Saturday of the month and knit items for several charities while enjoying each other’s company. I was also a member of the Photography Club for two years, where I visited some new places and learned how to take great photos on my phone.”

Chris has also aquired a few new skills through Discovery Sessions and courses. “Some of the recent events I have attended include discovery sessions on dehydrating food and making bone broth. I have also enjoyed a few Meet the Author events and computer related sessions.”

“I enjoy many things about Joondalup Libraries, but the thing I appreciate the most is the helpful, friendly and supportive staff. I love the relaxed atmosphere at the libraries. It is a place where you can just sit and read, or knit, or whatever you enjoy, and listen to the kids having fun. It is very special,” she said.

A Good Yarn: Celebrating ten years of knitting and giving

This year, the Knit 1, Yarn 2 craft group celebrates its ten-year anniversary. Established in 2014 by coordinator Susan Russell, the group came together following a call for volunteers to do a yarn bombing ‘50s set for Joondalup Festival.  

At the conclusion of the festival, Susan proposed that a knitting and crocheting group be formed, and Knit 1, Yarn 2 yarn craft club was born.  

Now at a stable size of 20 members, founders Susan Russell, Margaret Brooker, Teresa Williams and Jackie Johnson are the only original members. The group is inclusive, welcoming members of all ages, genders, cultures, identities and abilities, and meets monthly at the Joondalup Library.  

As well as knitting and crocheting, the group provides social opportunities for members. Susan Russell said the members enjoy a friendly chat, sharing their knowledge and ideas. “Primarily, the group is a social one, where we can share our love of our art form,” she said.  

“We have a lovely group of kind and generous crafters who knit and chat and take an active interest in the welfare of the members and our families. I think one of the benefits is to affirm, appreciate and encourage the skill and time involved in creating beautiful items with yarn.”  

Many of the beautiful items are donated to countless charity groups. Through a partnership with the Lions Club of Wanneroo, the group make and donate children’s clothes and toys for Grandparents Rearing Grandchildren WA, blankets and dog coats for RSPCA in Malaga, Trauma Teddies for Red Cross WA, and sensory toys for Autism WA, to name just a few.  

The partnership also saw the group knit babies clothes and blankets for King Edward Memorial Hospital, Perth Children’s Hospital, and Pregnancy Assist.  

The Women and Newborn Health Services team at King Edward Memorial Hospital were extremely grateful for the beautiful clothes, so lovingly knitted for their patients. Senior social worker, Gillian, thanked the group for their kindness and generosity. “These clothes will be given to our patients who have a premature baby in our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. I know our families will be very grateful to receive them.”  

The group has achieved a great deal over the past ten years, supporting each other and those in the community who need additional support. A little yarn certainly goes a long way and can help a lot of people.

 

Summer Reading Quest – last days!

Congratulations to all those who participated in the Summer Reading Quest. The last day is Thursday 29 February 2024.

To go into the statewide draw to win some awesome prizes, submit your reading details to Summer Reading Quest website or just drop your Booklet or Summer Steps into your local Library by Sunday 31 March 2024.

Prizes include: writing workshops, art prints, a place in the Young Writers Program at the Literature Centre, books, puppets, Better Beginnings kits, gift vouchers and much more.

 

 

 

Joondalup Library

About

Joondalup Library is one of the busiest public library in Western Australia. Joondalup Library opened its doors in 1997 as part of a civic and administration centre. Since then it has been proudly serving Joondalup’s community, providing access to meeting rooms, technology and a vast range of books, DVDs, CDs and other formats, just to name a few.

Reference collection

Located on the lower ground floor within the Joondalup Library, the Reference area houses a large collection suitable for students and researchers of all ages.

Local History collection

Joondalup Library houses the purpose-built Local History areas on the lower ground floor.

Facilities and services

Technology

Study

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access
  • Bike racks
  • Disabled/pram/seniors parking
  • Hearing loop
  • Accessible public toilets
  • Lift access (with Braille control panels)
  • Stair access
  • After hours return chute
  • Books on Wheels Service
  • Evacuation Plan

Artworks

Your Libraries act as venues to view some of the City’s current Public Art Collection such as paintings, photography, mosaics, murals and sculptures. Take a tour of the art collection on display in the Joondalup Library and Local History/Reference area or search the City’s register.

Stories in the Park

Do you like to get outdoors with your children? 

In addition to regular Story Time sessions, City of Joondalup Libraries will be taking Story Time out to popular local parks in November. 

Invite your friends for a morning of stories, adventure and nature craft. There will be some fun games and activities, making the most of the outdoors. 

Come along on Tuesdays at 10am. 

Date Park Suburb
Tuesday 5 November Barridale Park Kingsley
Tuesday 12 November Neil Hawkins Park Joondalup
Tuesday 19 November Robin Park Sorrento
Tuesday 26 November Camberwarra Park Craigie

Feel free to bring a picnic blanket or cushion to make you more comfortable. If the weather is inclement, Story Time will relocate to the closest library. 

This is a free family event and bookings are not required.

Suitable for families with children aged 2-4 years.

 

School holiday activities

 

City of Joondalup Libraries host events for children every school holidays. The sessions are fun, interactive and educational. A variety of presenters and creative sessions are included.

Events are suitable for children aged five to 12 years. Each event costs $4 and must be paid online. Bookings are essential and open two weeks before the start of the holidays.

Book Spring 2024 activities

Please note that it is library policy that children aged 12 and under must have a parent or guardian remain in the library for the duration of the events.

To keep up to date with school holiday activities and other library events:

Library services for jobseekers

City of Joondalup libraries have a variety of resources to help job seekers of all ages.

Book collection

The Libraries’ Business, Finance and Careers section has a selection of quality resources to assist in the development of resumes, tips about applying for jobs and other useful resources for all job seekers. You can search for items through the library catalogue.

Online resources

The City libraries offer a range of online training courses that can assist you to improve your work-related skills. There are hundreds of available courses including tutorials on using software such as Word and Excel, as well as skills such as office administration, book-keeping and working in a team. If you need a CV/resume you can access several sites that will assist you with writing it.

Computers and other facilities

Computers, scanning and printing facilities are available at all Library branches.

Support for ATAR students

Spaces

The Reference area at the Joondalup Library is a great place for individual and quiet group study. There is a range of seating, plus two small study rooms that can be booked for 2-hour periods. There are also facilities for photocopying and printing (for a charge) and scanning to USB or email.

Resources

The Reference collection includes a wide range of ATAR Unit 3 and 4 revision materials, including ‘best answers’ books, exam revision books, subject revision guides and subject study guides, plus copies of recent exam papers. The reference collection also includes recent works in all subject areas, the majority of which can be borrowed on a 7-day loan.

The Libraries also subscribe to a range of online resources.

Information on all library resources for students can be found in our Study Resources brochure.

Take a break

A range of activities are also available at the Reference area, including colouring-in, jigsaws and tabletop games. Check the schedule for October and November for additional activities, and a visit by the Story Dogs.

Joondalup Library celebrates 25 years

On 13 July 1997, Joondalup Library opened its doors for the first time after 20 months of construction. This July the City celebrates your Library’s 25 year milestone. To commemorate the occasion, Joondalup Library is offering a stylish new library card for members who join at Joondalup Library. This is a limited edition print run, so cards will only be available for a short time.

The card features the work of local artist Kyle Hughes-Odgers who designed and painted the beautiful mural in the Joondalup Library Children’s area.

Members who join at other branches during the celebrations can choose from four membership card designs plus a brand new card featuring the Western Australian native, Eucalyptus Kruseana (Bookleaf Mallee).

About Kyle Hughes-Odgers

Kyle Hughes-Odgers is a multi-disciplinary Australian Visual Artist. You may have seen his wonderful silo artwork in Merredin.

His work is inspired by nature, the built environment, human behaviour, and how these subjects intersect. Kyle expands on these ideas by exploring colour, abstraction, form, line, and incorporating narrative where relevant.

He has been exhibiting his work since 2005 including solo exhibitions in Australia, Germany, The Netherlands, Spain, The United States and Austria.

In addition to his exhibition works, Kyle has created artwork / murals in 12 countries and has 6 children’s books published in Australia, New Zealand, Spain, China and Turkey. Explore his gallery of work here.

Mural project with Sioux Tempestt

The Whitford Library foyer is being transformed by artist in residence, Sioux Tempestt. Sioux creates abstract, mural, sculptural and digital art and several of her large-scale murals can be found throughout Perth.

Community workshops were held with seniors, schools and children throughout June to develop concepts for the mural. In the next phase of the project, Sue will set up her workshop as Artist in Residence in the Whitford Library meeting room from Monday 27 June to Tuesday 21July.

About Sioux Tempestt

Transcending creative disciplines Sioux creates abstract, mural, sculptural and digital art which meaningfully contributes to its context. Her work aims to create a narrative and connection as Sioux believes art plays an intrinsic contribution to our wellbeing, health, and happiness – more so now than ever.

Sioux is passionate about working with the community – young people in particular, mentoring and facilitating creative workshops for local governments and schools. She constantly pushes the boundaries of her practice to communicate and share her tremendous positivity and energy for life.

Large scale murals form part of Sioux’s practice and you’ll find several painted throughout Perth. Among other clients, Sioux has produced artistic projects for Curtin University, the City of Perth, the City of Melville, the City of Stirling, the City of South Perth, the City of Vincent, the Town of Victoria Park, the City of Subiaco, the Town of Claremont, Coles, Dale Alcock and Hawaiian.

Sioux has delivered 10 solo exhibitions and exhibited in numerous group shows. Among other achievements Sioux’s ‘Dirty Beats’ music video is an official selection of the 2022 Revelation Perth International Film Festival. Sioux received a Highly Commended, City of Bayswater Art Award, 2021; was a Finalist, City of Busselton Art Award, 2021; Finalist, Perth Royal Art Prize, 2019; Finalist, City of Rockingham Castaways Sculpture Awards, 2019; Finalist, Minnawarra Art Awards, 2021; Finalist, Town of Claremont Art Awards, 2021; Highly Commended, City of South Perth Emerging Artist Award 2018; Highly Commended, Town of Bassendean Visual Art Award 2018; Finalist, City of Joondalup 2018 Community Invitation Art Award.

Sioux is curator of the Darlington Arts Festival Sculpture on the Scarp 2022. Her work is held in public and private collections.

 

This project was made possible with assistance of DLGSCI and Lotterywest.

Books by Design

Books by Design is a fresh approach aimed at offering customers a new and exciting way of selecting books of interest.

Our experienced and knowledgeable team at the City of Joondalup Libraries will design and curate topical and popular collections, presenting them in a convenient and attractive manner.

If you’re short on time, then browse the themed Book Bundles range for junior to adult readers.

Whether you choose to grab one of our Book Bundles and go, or take your time to browse our Curated Collections, we’ll have something of interest for young and old.

This new concept is now available at all City of Joondalup Libraries and is a fabulous way to discover something new and different on your reading journey.

 

Lego® Club

Challenge, create, construct. Join in the fun of creative Lego® play. Each week there will be a different theme to inspire the creativeness in every builder.

Get involved

  • Suitable for ages five to twelve
  • Sessions run during school term
  • No bookings are required

Where and when

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday
Whitford Woodvale Duncraig Joondalup
4.00pm 4.00pm 4.00pm 2.00pm

Check out the Social Story that the Autism Association of Western Australia have created to help children increase preparedness and have the best possible experience at Lego® Club.

Benefits

  • Understanding of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths) concepts
  • Cooperation and social skills are strengthened
  • Problem solving skills are utilised
  • Literacy and fine motor skills are developed
  • Creativity is enhanced.

To keep up to date with Lego® Club and other Library events and programs:

About City libraries

The City of Joondalup Libraries are one of the largest and busiest public library services in Western Australia with a range of items available to borrow, events to attend and facilities to enjoy. Our libraries aim to provide a safe and welcoming space and we ask that all visitors conduct themselves in a way that is respectful of place, property and people.

The City has four libraries – Duncraig, Joondalup, Whitford and Woodvale – including a specialist reference and local history collection within the Joondalup Library.

The City’s libraries have opportunities for all ages and lifestyles and offer the following:

The library spaces are available to all residents, tourists, families and businesses to enjoy without membership. Please note that the City’s libraries charge for some programs, meeting spaces and overdue fines.

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Publications and merchandise

While the City’s libraries offer a predominantly free service, merchandise items and printing/copying services have a small charge.

Watch a video

Joondalup: A Pictorial history

From Duncraig in the South to Burns Beach in the North and everywhere in between: come on a journey of discovery as history and modern-day merge into a visually engaging collage sourced from the City of Joondalup Libraries, Local History collection, created by local visual artist Roly Skender, and projected onto the southern windows of Joondalup Library for Kaleidoscope 2018.

Creation of Sioux Tempestt’s mural at the Whitford Library

The Whitford Library’s foyer and external entrance walls have been transformed by Perth artist Sioux Tempestt.
Inspired by the stories of local residents, the intent of the imagery and colour palette is to highlight the uniqueness and beauty of Joondalup and its diverse community, in particular the coastal areas around Hillarys, and their influence on the lives of residents past and present. Sioux also incorporated photographs from the City’s Local History collection in the design. 

Connect

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Technology training through the Libraries

City of Joondalup Libraries provide a number of technology training opportunities, including one-to-one training and assistance, small group presentations and online training.

Keystrokes

Keystrokes is a personalised, one-to-one program offered at all branches. Help with introductory computer skills such as internet navigation, eBook use, connecting with App stores and other basic technology skills is offered, including assistance with Government applications such as MyGov and Service WA. Participants need to have access to a device such as a smartphone, tablet, or laptop and bring it to the session. All participants are expected to have some basic knowledge of their device.

Please contact your closest branch for further information.

Digital Drop-in

Held on the first Friday of the month at Woodvale Library, this small-group session features a range of topics.

Upcoming sessions:

eReader Basics
Friday 6 September, 10am

What to do with your photos
Friday 4 October, 10am

Staying safe online during Christmas
Friday 1 November, 10am

Further details of each month’s topic are in the Libraries’ Events and Programs booklet, which is available online or pick up a copy at your local branch.

Digital help-line

Phone assistance with technology issues, including how to access the Libraries’ online resources, is available by contacting Woodvale Library on 9400 4180.

Online learning

Self-directed technology training is also available to library members through Universal Class. Topics include most commonly used software applications and social media. A library membership and password are required to access this resource; please join the libraries online.

Remember to be eSmart when using the Internet

Groups and club membership

Clubs are great places to make new friends or pick up a new hobby. There are many benefits to joining a social club including:

  • Meeting new people
  • Picking up a new skill
  • Keeping mentally active and involved
  • Developing a sense community
  • Discovering new interests.

Book clubs

Book club members broaden their range of reading, increase their knowledge and meet new people by meeting to discuss their latest book. Book clubs meet once a month at all four City of Joondalup Libraries. Some clubs meet during the day and others the evening to accommodate most schedules. Contact the City on 9400 4761 to register your interest as numbers may be limited.

Brain games

Brain games is held at Joondalup Library every Monday at 2pm and Duncraig Library on the second Saturday of the month at 10am. Enjoy an hour of puzzles, quizzes and games, designed to exercise and stimulate the brain. These challenging activities, held in a fun and social environment, will get the grey matter firing and help improve cognition.

Camera club

The aim of the camera club is to assist members to improve their photographic skills and techniques by submitting regular works, through challenges, workshops and outings. Meetings are held monthly on a Friday afternoon, with additional excursions and workshops organised throughout the year. Contact the City on 9400 4761 to register your interest as numbers may be limited.

Chess afternoon

A session for anyone who wants to learn how to play chess or just have a friendly game. Join in at Woodvale Library every Thursday at 4pm. All welcome. Chess sets are provided. No bookings required.

Crochet group

Do you crochet? Would you like to crochet with others in a friendly, social group? Join in every Wednesday at either Whitford Library, 10am or Woodvale Library, 9.30am. All adults welcome. No bookings required.

French conversation group

These informal sessions would suit people travelling to French speaking countries or for those who just wish to practice speaking French. Attendees must have some French language skills to participate. Currently, weekly meetings are held at Joondalup Library on Thursday evenings. Contact the Joondalup Library on 9400 4712 to register your interest as numbers may be limited.

Games in the Library

Libraries have a great range of games for patrons to enjoy. They are for use in the libraries only, but can be played for the whole day. Bring a friend or two to your local library and enjoy the challenge. Alternatively, come along to a scheduled Game On! session at Joondalup Library on Thursday mornings at 10am. Choose to play Scrabble, Upwords, Backgammon, Yahtzee, Rummikub, card games and many more. No bookings required.

Jigsaw group

Meet other jigsaw enthusiasts at Duncraig Library every third Wednesday at 2pm. Have fun tackling different types of jigsaws whilst improving your memory and visual-spatial reasoning. All welcome. No bookings required.

Knitting groups

Knitting groups provide an opportunity for adults who knit or crochet to get together and socialise. Meet new people, create community craft projects, knit for charity or simply complete your own knitting work in the company of fellow knitters. All welcome. No bookings required.

Day Time
Duncraig 1st Wednesday 2pm to 3.30pm
Joondalup 4th Saturday 1pm to 3.30pm
Whitford Every Thursday 1pm to 2.30pm

Mahjong

Mahjong is a popular and challenging game and will help keep the brain active whilst having fun. For further information regarding available sessions in the libraries, please call 9400 4761.

Tabletop games

If you love board or tabletop gaming, or have been waiting for the opportunity to start, here is your big chance to play some really interesting games. The group meet weekly at Whitford Library, on Saturday mornings at 9.30am. Ages 16+. No bookings required.

Writers’ group

This group share their work, give and receive feedback, provide support and motivation, exchange ideas and expand and develop their writing. All forms of writing are encouraged. Meetings occur twice a month on Sunday afternoons. Contact the City on 9400 4761 to register your interest as numbers may be limited.

To keep up to date with clubs, groups and other Library events:

Computer clubs for kids

Minecraft Engineers

Minecraft Engineers is a fun weekly club where children use creative mode to build in Minecraft. Come along and build amazing things whilst developing STEM skills.

Get involved

  • Sessions run 4pm-5pm
  • Sessions held during school term
  • Sessions are free, but registration is required for the whole term. Register for Term 4, 2024 at Whitford Library or Woodvale Library from Monday 16 September, 9.30am.
  • Suitable for ages 7-12 years
  • Bookings for Term 1 2025 will open online on Monday 13 January, 9.30am.
Day Library
Monday Whitford
Tuesday Woodvale

CoderDojo

CoderDojo is a volunteer led, worldwide movement running free coding clubs (Dojos) for young people. Come along to learn how to code, develop websites, apps, programs, games and much more. CoderDojo makes development and learning to code a fun and sociable experience.

  • Learn from others and provide peer support
  • Develop 21st century computer skills
  • HTML, Scratch, Python programming
  • Improve your skills in the language of code

Get involved

  • Sessions run 4pm – 5pm
  • Sessions held during school term
  • No bookings are required and sessions are free.
  • Suitable for ages 7-17 years
Day Library
Wednesday Joondalup

 

Check out the Social Story that the Autism Association of Western Australia have created to help children increase preparedness and have the best possible experience at CoderDojo.

 

To keep up to date with CoderDojo and other Library events and programs:

Justice of the Peace services

A Justice of the Peace (JP) is available to witness and certify documents and wills at the following City facilities.

Thursday Saturday
Joondalup Library
5.00pm – 6.30pm		 Joondalup Library
10.00am – 12.30pm
Woodvale Library
9.30am – 11.30am

No appointment is necessary, however it is recommended to phone the library on the day to confirm the attendance of the JP.

Other JP services are available throughout the City of Joondalup. To locate a JP close to you, please use the search function or map at the bottom of this page.

Certified copies

Please provide your own copies, as well as the original document. There is a coin operated photocopier at the Library.

Witnesses

Bring someone with you to be the second witness if required.

Search for another JP

View Justice of the Peace Document Witnessing Centres on the Government of Western Australia’s website.

YAAS! – Young Adult Art Space

Young Artists are invited to showcase their work at the new City of Joondalup Libraries – Whitford Young Adult Art Space.

If you are a young artist (12 – 18 years old) who lives or goes to school in the City of Joondalup, or an art teacher who would like to showcase your students’ work, YAAS is for you. 

Artworks will be displayed for up to two months and can be submitted by the artist or their teacher.

Guidelines and Submission form are available below.

Picture Joondalup – local history photographs

Picture Joondalup is an online collection of historical photographs representing a visual record of the history of the local area, from early European settlement until the present day.

Nearly 5,000 photos are available to view through the library catalogue, enter Keywords and select Picture Joondalup rather than Full Catalogue.

Usage

Images from Picture Joondalup may be used for research, study or personal purposes for free. If you would like to use Picture Joondalup images for other purposes eg in a commercial setting, please contact Local History.

Images for purchase

Digital copies of our photographs are available to purchase. Images can be provided by email, secure online file transfer, or USB. Image sizes vary, but purchased images will be supplied as the best available copy.

Costs

Picture Joondalup 1st Image Additional Image(s) Inc. research and copyright
Personal Use $8.00 $2.50 No
Commercial Use $30.00 $15.00 Yes

Ordering

Once you have selected your images, complete the Picture Joondalup online order form (below) or contact Local History staff.

Disclaimer

Members of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori communities are advised that Picture Joondalup may include images or names of people now deceased.

Libraries | Picture Joondalup Photograph Order Form

  • 1. Contact Details

  • 2. Copyright Statement

  • Under the Copyright Act 1968, it may be necessary to obtain permission from a copyright owner for certain types of usage of material – including photographs. Although copyright may no longer subsist in pre 1965 photographs held by the Library, permission must still be sought from these organisations before reproducing them. Some photographs may not be available for copying due to copyright restrictions. The Local History Library staff will contact you if there are any issues relating to copyright of the image/s you have requested.

    Picture Joondalup by The City of Joondalup is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Australia License

  • 3. Image Details

  • 4. Declaration

  • I, the above requestor, understand and acknowledge that by placing this order, copies of the images from Picture Joondalup are provided for private study and research only and are not to be reproduced without prior permission from the City of Joondalup.

  • 5. Payment and Collection

  • When your photographs are available for collection a Local History Library Staff member will contact you to discuss payment and delivery options.
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Library online resources

Joondalup libraries offer a range of online resources accessible 24/7 with your library membership. The City has options to satisfy your research questions, assist with homework or to help you learn at your own pace. Choose from almost any topic you can imagine.

For kids

Children of all ages will benefit from these resources. Get answers at any time from reliable and child safe sources. Resources include support for early literacy and numeracy, learning a foreign language or undertaking research using the Britannica online encyclopedia.

Genealogy

Ancestry.com and find My Past are available in each of the Libraries’ branches to assist you with your genealogy research.

Newspapers and magazines

Read The West Australian and the Sunday Times – available online the day following publication. Browse the online version of Carter’s Price Guide to Antiques from the comfort of your home. Access Choice magazine online from within each Library branch.

Online learning

Languages

Learn another language, choose from over 100 languages for beginners to advanced speakers via Transparent Languages Online. Or learn English with tuition available in over twenty languages. KidSpeak provides tuition for children in a range of languages.

Personal and professional development

People skills, computing, finance, writing, public speaking and lots more employment and business skills. Arts, crafts, hobbies, skills and DIY on every possible topic.

Research and reference

Use Australian and international databases, encyclopaedias and other sources to find reliable answers to your health, science, technology, arts, business, humanities, social science and literature questions. Includes free access to millions of articles, reports, journals and reference texts.

Go Digital

Joondalup Library – local history collection

Local history is a dedicated collection located on the lower ground floor of the Joondalup Library. Local history collects, preserves and celebrates the Joondalup region’s rich local heritage. It contains a variety of resources on the history, development, environment and culture of the Joondalup and Wanneroo area, and provides researchers with a picture of life in the region from Aboriginal times to the present day.

If you would like to consider donating items to the local history collection, please see the article on Local history donations.

For information about resources for teachers and visits by school groups view Local history for schools.

Help update local history records

Joondalup Library’s local history collection is a treasure trove of information about the early settlement of the City of Joondalup and Wanneroo areas. The local history team collects, preserves and celebrates the rich heritage of the area, and it’s always exciting when new historical details come to light.

Recently, the Lockwood family approached the City of Joondalup, detailing their family’s historical connection to the land around Lake Goolellal. The family operated a piggery from 1940 – 1969. The local history team have had the opportunity to add valuable documents and photos to the collection, and to to record an oral history with John Lockwood.

Does your family have links to the early settlement of the Joondalup region, or to the development of the modern city? The local history team would love to hear from you, please email or call 9400 4746.

Local history resources

  • Books, reports and unpublished theses
  • Oral histories
  • Maps
  • Ephemera and memorabilia
  • Posters
  • Annual reports
  • Road Board and Council documents and minutes
  • Newspaper clippings
  • Stories and suburb histories

Ask a librarian

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    Staff will endeavour to respond to your research enquiry within 2 working days.

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Local history for schools

Resources in the library

Local History, located on the lower ground floor at Joondalup Library, has a range of resources, including photographs, oral history interviews, newspaper clippings and other material documenting how the local area has changed over time, suitable for use by teachers to support the HASS curriculum.

Resources to borrow

All City of Joondalup schools can join the library as Institutional Members. Institutional Membership enables teachers to borrow a range of materials from Local History.

Aimed specifically at curriculum outcomes for Year four students, Investigating Joondalup’s Past kits contain:

  • Photographs
  • Maps
  • Oral history excerpts
  • Stories from the Suburbs booklets which document the history of each suburb.

To assist teachers with meeting outcomes in the primary history curriculum, the Local History staff have developed the resource My Learning Journal, which is available for loan on USB. This is relevant for years two to five, and topics covered include:

  • Who lived here first and how do we know?
  • How has the community changed?
  • Which environmental features have been lost, and which have been retained?
  • What contribution has been made by different groups and individuals in the community?
  • How and why do people choose to remember significant events of the past?

The Commemorating ANZAC kit – which tells students about ANZAC Day and the local men and women who served in Australia’s military forces, is available for loan on USB.

School tours and activities

School groups are welcome to participate in curriculum-linked activities as part of a Civic Centre and Library tour. Teachers and home-schoolers are welcome to contact Reference and Local History staff to organise library visits for students wishing to undertake research.

Year 12 ATAR Geography teachers can book classes in for an incursion, enabling students to access resources and information supporting a Unit 4 case study for Depth Study One, focussing on either the Ocean Reef Marina site and adjacent coastal areas or Lake Goollelal and the surrounding area.

Year 9 HASS teachers can book classes in for an incursion to support the Geographies of Interconnection module, focussing on planning, transport and land use in the City.

Materials to support other units of study are also available. Please contact Local History on 9400 4746 or email local.history@joondalup.wa.gov.au for further information.

Toddler Time

Come along for stories, songs and rhymes with lots of action for your energetic toddler. Toddler Time is designed for children 18 to 30 months and their parents.

Benefits

  • Encourage the love of books and language
  • Allows your child to move about
  • Develop your child’s pre-literacy, communication and social skills
  • Learn to value the enjoyment of reading together
  • Develop creativity and dexterity through play.

Where and when

Sessions commence at 10.00am. No bookings required.

Toddler Time runs during school terms at Joondalup, Duncraig and Whitford Libraries. At Woodvale Library sessions run throughout the year.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Whitford Duncraig Woodvale Joondalup Woodvale
(Family Time)

A parent or guardian must accompany the child and participate in the Toddler Time session.

Family Time

Family Time is an action-packed program full of stories, songs, rhymes and making noise in the library. Aimed at children from 18 months to four years, the songs and actions will grab the attention of younger children, while the older children will be entertained by the fun-filled stories.

STEAMing into Stories

Saturday STEAMing into Story Time program combines encouraging a love of reading with STEAM activities. Sessions are suitable for children from two to seven years old.

Please check the events calendar.

Younger children aged 0-18 months may prefer Baby Rhyme Time, or Story Time for preschool kids aged two to four years.

To keep up to date with Library events:

Story Time

Story Time sessions are designed for children aged two to four years. Come and enjoy the stories, songs, and creative play.

Benefits

  • Encourages a love of reading
  • Stimulates the imagination
  • Develops literacy and social skills
  • Relaxed and fun environment
  • Develop creativity and dexterity through play.

Where and when

  • No bookings required
  • Free library activity
  • A parent or guardian must accompany the child and participate in the Story Time session.

Current sessions

All sessions are at 10am

 Monday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Duncraig Joondalup Duncraig
Joondalup		 Woodvale Whitford Whitford
(STEAMing into Stories)

Check the Events Calendar for up-to-date information.

Check out the Social Story for Story Time that the Autism Association of Western Australia have created to help children increase preparedness and have the best possible experience at Story Time.

Stories in the Park

Stories in the Park occur on Tuesdays at 10am in March and November. Join City of Joondalup Libraries staff in one of your favourite parks.

STEAMing into Stories

STEAMing into Story Time program combines encouraging a love of reading with STEAM activities. Sessions are suitable for children from two to seven years old.

Family Time

Family Time is an action-packed program full of stories, songs, rhymes and making noise in the library. Aimed at children from 18 months to four years old, the songs and actions will grab the attention of younger children, while the older children will be entertained by the fun-filled stories.

Sensory Story Time

Sensory Story Time is aimed at children aged between two and four years old who may find regular Story Time too noisy or overwhelming.

National Simultaneous Storytime

ALIA National Simultaneous Storytime takes place on 22 May each year. Bowerbird Blues by Aura Parker was this year’s selection.

Other options

Younger children aged up to 18 months old may prefer Baby Rhyme Time, or Toddler Time which is for 18-30 months old.

To keep up to date with Library events:

Parenting workshops

Tailored specifically for parents of babies and toddlers, these information sessions focus on learning, language and development. Topics include:

  • Baby signs
  • Water safe babies
  • Beyond babbling
  • Baby tastes
  • Baby sleep.

Sessions

Presentations run for one hour and refreshments are provided. The workshops are held once a month and babies up to 18 months are welcome.

Bookings

Bookings are essential through the events calendar. A cost of $5.00 is payable when booking online.

Please note: There will be no refunds if you are unable to attend an event. Refunds will only be issued if the City of Joondalup Libraries have to cancel.

To keep up to date with Library events:

Renew library items

You are entitled to two renewals, unless another library member has requested the item. This can give you up to 12 weeks to enjoy your loans.

Renew now

  • You must have set up a password/PIN to use this service
  • If you haven’t got a password/PIN, please contact staff
  • If you’ve forgotten your password/PIN, use the ‘Forgot Your Password‘ link in the Catalogue.

If you are having problems renewing online, contact Joondalup Libraries for help.

Call to renew

Meet the Author

Meeting a published author, listening to their story, and finding out what makes them tick is a great way to spend an hour or two.

Libraries hold regular Meet the Author events and are proud to partner with Dymocks Joondalup to bring you a range of fascinating guest speakers and book launches. Libraries host local, national and international authors including high profile best-selling writers.

To keep up to date with Library events:

Library home delivery service

Books on Wheels is a free delivery service that caters to City of Joondalup residents who are unable to reach a City Library because of frailty, disability or limited mobility. Receiving the Books on Wheels service is not necessarily related to the age of a person.

Available for loan

  • Books – large print or standard print, fiction and nonfiction
  • DVDs – movies, TV series or documentaries
  • Audiobooks
  • Magazines
  • Music CDs

An agreed number of preselected items are delivered fortnightly to your home by experienced library staff. All members also have access to download eBooks, audiobooks and magazines.

Eligibility guidelines

Customers must live in the City of Joondalup and may:

  • Not be able to visit a library due to:
    • frailty, illness, compromised mobility, or disability
    • long recuperation period at home or in care
    • live in an aged care residential establishment or nursing home
  • Be able to visit a library but are too frail to navigate the library or carry library items.

Books on Wheels is not servicing customers who are isolating or in government imposed lockdown. Alternative services may be activated during a COVID-19 emergency. Please contact your nearest Library for options.

Transport difficulties

If transport is a barrier to accessing your Library, the City offers a monthly community transport service to Joondalup Library.

Joining

Contact staff for further details and to discuss your eligibility and reading interests.

Library catalogue and member log in

Manage your library membership through the catalogue website. Bookmark this site for quick and easy access.

Browse the catalogue

Your library membership

Log in using your membership number and passcode. If you don’t have a library password/PIN, contact Library staff for assistance.

  • Renew library loans
  • Browse the catalogue
  • Reserve items
  • Download free eBooks, digital magazines, films
  • Access online learning
  • Research over 10,000 online journals and databases
  • Sign up for automatic alerts for new library items

English conversation group

City of Joondalup Libraries have free, regular sessions to help you improve your English conversation skills in a relaxed and supportive group.

Sessions are held weekly at the Whitford Library on Tuesdays, 1pm – 2.30pm and the Joondalup Library on Wednesdays, 1pm – 2.30pm.

  • Sessions are held during school term only
  • You can come to as many sessions as you need
  • No bookings required, just turn up
  • Sessions are very relaxed with no written work, just conversation.

Learn English online

City of Joondalup Libraries also provides free access to Transparent Language Online, an online language learning program with English tuition available in 35 different languages, including Bahasa Indonesian, Bahasa Melayu, Farsi, Hindi, Hmong, Japanese, Mandarin, Somali, Tagalog and Ukrainian.

To keep up to date with library events and programs:

Library meeting rooms

Parking

Parking at Joondalup Library has time limits in place. Dedicated one-hour parking in front of the Library and two-hour time limits in the Library under croft.

Parking is available adjacent to Whitford Library.

Transport and parking options. Please share them with your colleagues and guests.

Technology

All rooms have an overhead data projector included in your hire. HDMI and VGA connection available. Libraries have free Wi-Fi, but it is recommended you rely on your own data source.

Book a room at the Library

Click on the link below to see the available rooms and book.

Make a booking

Accessibility

Check services and facilities at each location: Joondalup Library and Whitford Library.

Whitford Joondalup room
1 or 2		 Joondalup room
1 & 2 combined		 Joondalup ground floor
Weekends only
Size 4.8m x 8.2m 6.3m x 6m 12.6m x 6m 12.8m x 8m
Seating capacity (theatre) 30 people 23 people 46 people 50 people
Seating capacity (tables) 24 people 16 people 32 people 35 people
Standing capacity 45 people 35 people 70 people 50 people
Furniture Specify requirements on booking 5 tables and 23 chairs 10 tables and 46 chairs 5 tables and 35 chairs
Kitchen facilities* No Yes Yes No

*Refreshments such as tea/coffee/milk are not provided.

Costs

User Rate per hour
Category A
an organisation, group or individual hiring a venue as part of a business, for business purposes, and/or for financial benefit.
 $28.40
Category B
a charity, an incorporated association or a community group, government department / agency or educational provider with an annual gross revenue of less than $10 million and more than $3 million, occupying the premises for non-commercial purposes.
 $5.70
Category C
a charity, an incorporated association or a community group with annual revenue of less than $3 million, or an individual hiring a venue for non-commercial purposes.
 $1.40

All prices include GST. Terms and conditions apply.

Virtual tour of meeting rooms

Go on a virtual tour of the meeting rooms at Joondalup. Use the Joondalup Library tour map to navigate to Level 1 meeting rooms and Library or take the stairs from the foyer up to Level 1.

Joondalup Virtual Tour

Whitford Virtual Tour

Internet and printing services

Services available

  • Internet browsing
  • Microsoft Office
    • MS Word
    • Excel
    • Publisher
    • Powerpoint
  • Paid print facilities in colour and black/white
  • Webmail access.

WiFi printing

Don’t have a printer? Run out of ink? Or you’re on the go and want to print from your mobile device? Print from home or on the go.

City of Joondalup libraries have a mobile print service that you can access from any networked device, be it your computer at home, your smartphone or tablet. Charges apply.

Other services

Your library also has:

  • Photocopier (colour and B/W photocopying) *Charges apply
  • Free scanning facilities
  • Free WiFi

Please note that web content filtering is in place to block unsafe material and sites.

Baby Rhyme Time

City of Joondalup libraries, in association with Better Beginnings, are pleased to offer Baby Rhyme Time for babies 0-18 months and their parents.

Connect with your baby while singing your favourite rhymes and songs.

Benefits of joining in Baby Rhyme Time

  • Learn new rhymes and songs
  • Develop your baby’s pre-literacy and social skills
  • Relaxed and fun environment
  • Learn the value of reading to your baby from birth
  • Supports parents as their child’s first teacher
  • Free library activity.

Sessions commence at 10am and run during school term. No bookings required.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Joondalup Duncraig Woodvale Whitford

Check the Events Calendar for up-to-date information.

Children aged 18-30 months may prefer Toddler Time or Story Time for preschool kids aged two to four years.

To keep up to date with Library events:

Joining the library

Anyone can join a Joondalup Library. Residents of any age, visitors, schools and care centres can join Joondalup Libraries. When you join at Joondalup, Duncraig, Whitford or Woodvale, your library membership will cover all the services offered at all four libraries.

Individuals and families

In person

Visit a Joondalup library and ask staff for a membership form to complete.

Children under 18 need a parent or guardian with ID to join them, but don’t need their own identification. The City’s libraries require official documents showing:

  • Name
  • Home address
  • Signature

This can be a single document, such as a driver’s licence or a combination of documents which may include:

  • Driver’s licence
  • Phone/power/water bill
  • Health Care Card
  • Bank statement
  • Rent agreement
  • Passport
  • Proof of Age Card

If you cannot provide documentation showing name, address and signature, please consult staff for other limited or online membership options.

From home

Join online and become an instant digital member. Get access to online resources and eBooks. Digital memberships must be validated in person with identification to borrow physical items.

Join the Library

Joining the library for schools and day centre groups

Who can apply?

  • Schools
  • Adult Day Centres
  • Child Daycare Centres
  • Pre-Schools and Kindergartens.

What does this membership provide?

  • Maximum of 20 items loan limit
  • Free membership
  • Choice of items from the full library collection.

How do I apply?

You can apply by visiting any of the City of Joondalup Libraries branches with the following documents:

  • A request for membership on organisational letterhead, signed by the Manager/Director or Principal
  • Completed relevant membership form.

Wi-Fi printing service

Don’t have a printer? Run out of ink? Or, you’re on the go and want to print from your mobile device?

You can send your printing jobs to Duncraig, Joondalup, Whitford or Woodvale libraries from your PC at home, smartphone or tablet, then visit to pay and collect.

A4 printing

Available in colour or black/white at all four Library branches.

A3 printing

Joondalup Library has the ability to print A3 in colour or black/white.

SEND PRINTS NOW

Cost

A3 A4
Colour $2 $1
Black/White 40c 20c

 

Discovery Sessions

Discovery Sessions provide life-long learning opportunities for all adults. They include information sessions and workshops on a variety of topics and give participants a taste of a subject they may wish to pursue in more detail at their leisure. Themes have covered topics such as arts and culture, travel, history, health and well-being and lifestyle.

Sessions

Presentations run for one hour and refreshments are provided. Bookings are made online, a small fee is charged which is payable at time of booking.

Please note: There will be no refunds if you are unable to attend an event. Refunds will only be issued if the City of Joondalup Libraries have to cancel.

Bookings

Due to the popularity of sessions, online bookings are essential through the Events Calendar or by calling the Library.

To keep up to date with Discovery Sessions and other library events:

Promote a community group

Joondalup Libraries support the local community and encourage schools and not-for-profit community groups to promote their services and programs.

Library displays

Displays are an excellent opportunity to showcase student work, promote your community group to encourage new members, educate and inform about your services and programs. Bookings are required at least two months in advance to allow for the scheduling of space and equipment. Please contact your local library.

Community information

Libraries provide community information boards for posters and brochures about local groups. Information must be of a not-for-profit nature. View our Community Information and Display Guidelines for eligibility. Contact the Community Information Officer to discuss your material.

Community directory

The City’s Community Directory is a great source of local information and your community group may be eligible for a listing. Your events may also be eligible for promotion in the City’s Event Calendar. Registration forms for both services are available under Related Services.

Events for children

The Joondalup libraries offer events for children all year round. These events are designed to be fun and educational.

Literacy events

Clubs

To keep up to date with Library events:

Community events calendar

The City’s event calendar details events delivered by the local community as well as events run by the City of Joondalup.

You are able to browse by list or calendar view and tailor your search to specific categories. You can book and pay for most City run events online. Stay up to date with what’s on.

Please note: For City of Joondalup events, refunds will not be issued if you are unable to attend an event.

Browse the calendar

 

Library events and programs booklet

Print copies are available at all City of Joondalup Libraries and selected cafes and community facilities in and around the Joondalup region. Events are also listed on the City’s Event Calendar.

View Event Calendar

For further information call 9400 4751.

City of Joondalup Libraries uphold the companion card fair ticketing scheme. Ticket purchases made by a valid companion card holder are eligible to receive a second, complimentary ticket to an event for a carer or companion (subject to availability). For more information on booking a complimentary companion ticket, please call Adult and Senior Services Officer on 9400 4761 for adult events, or Youth and Children’s Services Officer on 9400 4759 for children’s events.

Spring 2024

Events Program September – November 2024

Winter 2024

Events Program June – August 2024

 

Donating to the libraries

Unwanted books, DVDs and CDs can be donated to the City libraries.

Items accepted include:

  • Fiction and nonfiction books such as novels, biographies, history, art craft and more
  • Music CDs and DVDs
  • Audiobooks on CD
  • Travel guides up to two years old
  • Textbooks and finance books up to two years old
  • Car manuals.

Items not accepted include:

  • Encyclopedias
  • Damaged, dusty, yellowed or tatty items
  • Brochures or pamphlets
  • Video tapes or cassettes
  • Magazines
  • Workbooks and personal journals.

If the item is of a local, or historical nature and suitable for inclusion in the local history collection it may be considered.

How to donate

Before donating, please check that your items are eligible for donation. Contact your most convenient library to arrange a time for staff to receive and discuss your donations. Donations are not accepted outside of opening hours.

Book sale

Some items may not be added to library stock and are set aside for library book sale which raises funds for the libraries’ literacy programs.

Please note the City’s libraries do not have the capacity to dispose of items in poor condition.