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Local Studies Research room open again

Posted on February 4, 2021 by annmareebonner

Our Local Studies Research Room reopened on Monday 1st February. Our hours remain the same 2pm to 5pm 7 days a week. In line with government regulations there is a maximum of 4 visitors allowed in the room at any … Continue reading →

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2021 Local History calendar

Posted on December 10, 2020 by annmareebonner

Our 2021 calendar is now available at all library branches for just $5.

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Documenting COVID-19 and how it’s affecting communities

Posted on May 12, 2020 by annmareebonner

As we have done with the Pneunomic Influenza (Spanish flu) pandemic of 1919, generations to come will look back at our experiences with the COVID-19 pandemic. The State Library of NSW has set up The Diary Files to capture community … Continue reading →

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Windows into Wartime – Home front insights through the lens of NSW government photographers

Posted on October 23, 2018 by annmareebonner

Penrith City Library is hosting this NSW State Archives exhibition from 24 October to 30 November 2018. The exhibition presents a selection of historical images taken by government photographers during the time of Australia’s involvement in the War to the … Continue reading →

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Noble work recognised: Penrith City Library remembers the Great War

Posted on October 11, 2018 by annmareebonner

Save the date – 21 November 2018 Time:  6pm for 6.30pm Supper on arrival An evening of reflection to mark the end of the Great War 100 years ago. The evening will be filled with information sharing, remembrance and storytelling. … Continue reading →

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