State Library Victoria Announcements

John Wylie named 23rd President of the Library Board of Victoria

May 18, 2012

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John Wylie AM will become the next President of the Library Board of Victoria.

Sue Roberts begins role as CEO and State Librarian

April 13, 2012

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Sue Roberts, the State Library of Victoria’s new Chief Executive Officer and State Librarian has taken up her position this week.

Easter closing

March 23, 2012

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The Library will be closed on Good Friday 6 April 2012. During this period you may still access many digitised collection items and online resources via our website. The Library… Read More ›

Love and Devotion: From Persia and Beyond now open.

March 9, 2012

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The largest exhibition of illustrated Persian manuscripts in Australia’s history is now open at the State Library of Victoria.

Labour Day Monday 12 March 2012

March 2, 2012

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The Library will be open from 10am to 6pm on Monday 12 March during the Labour Day public holiday.

New online catalogue

January 25, 2012

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The Library’s new online catalogue launched in November last year, and we are keen to hear your feedback. As well as a shiny new look, the revamped catalogue boasts a… Read More ›

New Chief for State Library of Victoria

December 6, 2011

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The President of the Library Board of Victoria, The Hon John Cain, today announced the appointment of the State Library of Victoria’s new Chief Executive Officer and State Librarian, Sue Roberts.

Website maintenance

December 2, 2011

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On Tuesday 6 December, the Library website will be undergoing maintenance. You may not be able to access the website and the Library’s online catalogue between 9pm and 12am on this day. We apologise for any inconvenience.