Alice Springs Public Library

01/06/2026

May 28th would have been Patrick White’s 114th birthday. The only Australian author to have yet won the Nobel Prize for Literature, White stands tall as one of Australia’s greatest literary voices. His powerful novels, including Eye of the Storm, The Tree of Man and The Vivisector, continue to shape Australian literature and storytelling. Why not mark the occasion by picking up one of his works from the library?

26/05/2026

📚✨ TODAY’S THE DAY! ✨📚

National Simultaneous Storytime is happening this morning at the Alice Springs Public Library! Join us at 11.30am for a fun community reading of Luna Roo – The Kangaroo Baller or join our live stream 👉https://vimeo.com/event/5958759?fl=so&fe=fs 🦘📚⚽

Bring the little ones along for stories, smiles, and a chance to celebrate reading together with libraries and schools all around Australia.

Planning to head into town early? The National Reconciliation Week BBQ will also be happening on the Council Lawns from 10am–12pm 🌭✨

We can’t wait to see you there!

26/05/2026

We wish to advise the community that the Alice Springs Public Library will be closed to the public for the remainder of today. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

26/05/2026

📚⚽ National Simultaneous Storytime - 1 DAY TO GO! ⚽📚

Join us tomorrow at 11.30am at the Alice Springs Public Library as we read The Truck Cat together as part of this special Australia-wide event! 🐾📖

Why not make a morning of it? Pop over to the Council Lawns for the National Reconciliation Week BBQ from 10am–12pm 🌭🤝

We can’t wait to see you there!

20/05/2026

Today the team at ASPL is proudly wearing orange for Wear Orange Wednesday to celebrate all the amazing volunteers across the country — and especially here in Alice Springs.
From community events to local organisations to the wonderful volunteers who support our library, we’re so grateful for everything you do.
Your time, energy and heart make our town stronger every day.
🧡 Happy Volunteer Week!

19/05/2026

📚 What's New In May? 🔥
Our shelves are freshly stocked with this month’s Quick Pick Reading Lists — a hand curated mix of stories, adventures, ideas, and inspiration for every kind of reader. Whether you’re diving into a new novel, exploring the real world through nonfiction, or helping a young reader find their next favourite book, we’ve got something waiting for you.
✨Most of these titles are available now — no need to place a hold. Just pop in, pick one up, and enjoy! We love seeing what our community is reading, so feel free to share your favourites or tag us in your bookish moments.
Come in and find your next read at the Alice Springs Public Library.

15/05/2026

Wednesday marked the announcement of the 14th annual Stella Prize, an award that recognises Australian female and nonbinary literary talent. And this year’s winner is Cannon by Lee Lai, the first ever graphic novel to be awarded the prize! Cannon follows a chef through her past and present after a nervous breakdown, exploring themes of friendship, family responsibility, and communication.

We also have the shortlisted titles on our shelves:
Memorial Days (Geraldine Brooks)
Fireweather (Miranda Darling)
The Rot (Evelyn Araluen)
58 Facets (Marika Sosnowski)
I Am Nannertgarrook (Tasma Walton)

You can also find Lai’s earlier work Stone Fruit, which was longlisted for the 2022 Stella.
Congratulations to Lee Lai!

14/05/2026

This year marks a whole century since A.A. Milne first introduced the world to a Bear of Very Little Brain — and a heart big enough to fill the Hundred Acre Wood.

For 100 years, Winnie‑the‑Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, and friends have reminded readers of all ages about the sweetness of friendship, the comfort of kindness, and the joy of slowing down with a good book (and perhaps a little smackerel of something).

To celebrate Pooh’s 100th anniversary, we’ve created a cosy display filled with classic stories, beautiful editions, and books inspired by the world’s most beloved bear. Come wander through the Hundred Acre Wood with us and rediscover the gentle magic that has charmed generations.

“Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart.”
Happy 100th Birthday, Pooh Bear.

01/05/2026

Alice Springs Public Library is bring the Sydney Writers' Festival to you!
Thursday 21 May: 1.30pm
Hear from Australia’s beloved chef Stephanie Alexander on the 30th anniversary of her essential kitchen resource and one of our favourite cookbooks, The Cook’s Companion. With chef Adam Liaw.

Friday 22 May: 1.30pm
Join multi-award-winning writer Trent Dalton to discuss his latest novel, Gravity Let Me Go, and its themes of love, family, ambition and deception. In conversation with Cassie McCullagh.

Sunday 24 May: 11.30am
See Dav Pilkey (Captain Underpants, Dog Man) draw his beloved characters live and hear his inspiring life story. Prepare yourself for some hilarious onstage antics! Rec. ages 6+

Join us in the library for the live streaming of these events.

20/04/2026