Melbourne-based street-artist, Baby Guerrilla, has transformed the Richmond Library with a new mural titled Libraries Change Lives. On Charlotte Street, standing 10 meters tall, a child rides piggyback on their parent. Moving past a dragon breathing fire, the man heads towards a giant book, bringing his imagination to life. 

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Yarra Council has selected young emerging artist Ky-ya Nicholson-Ward – a Wurundjeri, Dja Dja Wurrung and Nguarai Illam-Wurrung, German and Irish woman – to design an anti-racism campaign.

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We’re looking for people who understand the needs of residents aged 50 or older to join Yarra’s Active Ageing Advisory Committee. This group provides information, support and advice on the needs, interests and well-being of people aged 50 and older.

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During the Election Period we’ll be taking a small break from posting or replying on social media as well as publishing website updates and enews unless it relates to important operational matters.

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Click-and-collect services will start from Monday 21 September at Bargoonga Nganjin North Fitzroy Library, Carlton Library, Fitzroy Library and Richmond Library.

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Yarra Libraries have made sure that they have continued to serve their community despite their doors being closed during this time.

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The Ewing Trust and Yarra Libraries are proud to announce the Ewing Trust Writers' Prize - Seniors Edition! The prize will be open to all unpublished writers aged 60 years or over, who have a connection to Fitzroy through living, working, learning or writing.

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Expressions of Interest for the 2021 City of Yarra Exhibition Program are now being accepted. We are seeking innovative and engaging artists to exhibit as part of our 2021 exhibition program at: Richmond Town Hall, Fitzroy Library, Bargoonga Nganjin North Fitzroy Library and Carlton Library Light Boxes.

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Yarra residents are more satisfied than ever with our services – especially Yarra Libraries and Yarra Leisure – according to our most recent Annual Customer Satisfaction Survey.

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We are excited to announce the winners of the inaugural Ewing Trust Writers' Prize!

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You're invited to view and make a submission to Yarra's proposed budget 2020/21.

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Students at Sacred Heart School and Fitzroy Primary School to participate in a collaborative art project with their parents/carers. Selected artworks will be made into a book, to be published later in the year.

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Easter is looking a little different this year with the Stage 3 coronavirus restrictions in place. We still think there are ways to enjoy Easter from home, and have compiled a list of things to do over the long weekend.

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We’ve closed Yarra’s playgrounds and outdoor exercise equipment until further notice to help slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) in our community.

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To respond to the escalating crisis posed by the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and recent directives from the Victorian and Federal governments, Yarra City Council has made further changes to its services and programs.

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As you will know, the circulation of a new coronavirus (COVID-19) is a current worldwide health issue.

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Yarra’s latest Pick Me Up Guide is now available and features events from January to June 2020. Pick Me Up is your guide to arts, culture and exciting events in the City of Yarra.

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Are you an aspiring writer? The Ewing Trust Writers' Prize is a new prize for short-form fiction and non-fiction writing. The prize will be open to all unpublished writers with a connection to Fitzroy through living, working, learning or writing.

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This year, we’re expecting a hot summer, with heatwaves becoming a regular feature of the Victorian summer, it’s important to plan ahead and consider how you can look after yourself and others when the extreme heat hits.

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Yarra Libraries is introducing their world-first borrowing app that lets members scan their item and walk straight out – no queues, no checkouts, and no security alarm.

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