Library
The Shire has two libraries of which you may become a member free of charge if a resident of Western Australia. Library membership entitles you to borrow resources and books, free use of a computer, printer and access to the internet. Library membership enables access to online content provided by the State Library of Western Australia. Feel free to come in and start enjoying the benefits today.
Nabawa Public Library is open from 9.00am to 3.00pm on Wednesday's (weekly) and is located at the Nabawa Community Centre.
Yuna Public Library is open from 11.00am to 2.00pm on Thursday's (fortnightly) and is located at the Yuna Hall, Yuna.
Memberships can be completed at the Shires Library or email us on library@chapmanvalley.wa.gov.au.
All new members are welcome.
Online Library Catalogue
Be Connected website https://beconnected.esafety.gov.au/index.php?redirect=0
State Library of Western Australia
We want to welcome you to our new website
The role of the State Library is to collect, preserve and share WA stories. We do this for all Western Australians, which is why the new website is so important. WA is a big state. While the Library is easily accessible for those living in Perth, visiting us and exploring our collection in person is not always easy for those in the regions. Our website brings our collection to you, no matter where you live.
The new site focuses on sharing stories through images from our catalogue. It's easy to navigate, but if you do get lost, use the search function - it’s fantastic.
Please take some time to look around. We are still testing the new site and welcome your feedback. There is an online feedback form linked at the top of every page. If you love it – tell us. If you find there are errors – tell us. If you have ideas on how to improve the site – tell us. All feedback is appreciated.
What's on at Geraldton Library
2024 RANDOLPH STOW YOUNG WRITERS' AWARD
The Randolph Stow Young Writers Award (RSYWAY) competition for 2024 is now open and will run until COB Monday 1 July 2024.
The competition is open to students years 3-12, studying/residing in the Midwest and Gascoyne regions (as per Department of Education)
More information and entry forms can be found here
Writers of the Coral Coast runs on Wednesday 21 February from 1pm - 3.30pm and Saturday 24 February & 9 March from 10am - 12pm
The Geraldton Library will have reduced hours between Monday 19 and Saturday 24 February for air conditioning works.
Please visit the Geraldton Regional Library website for more details: https://library.cgg.wa.gov.au/events/
Chapman Valley Oral History Interviews
Click here to listen to interviews from local residents about their experiences in the Shire and surrounds.
SLWA are providing free online access to the historical database Ancestry for all Public Library Members during COVID-19. All you need is your library ID & PIN number to access billions of records & uncover your families story.
Better Beginnings
We now have two 'Better Beginnings, Discover Reading Back Packs' suitable for 2 - 3 year old's available for loan from the Nabawa Library.
Click links below to view what is in each pack.
English based back pack
Maths based back pack
Hoopla Digital 
Have you heard the news? You now have access to over 1.5 million media titles via hoopla digital.
Nabawa & Yuna libraries are excited to offer hoopla, which lets you borrow and instantly stream audiobooks, eBooks, comics and manga, music, movies, TV and more, all with no holds or waiting! Just visit hoopladigital.com.au or download the hoopla app from your device's app store and sign up with you library card.
Hoopla works on smart devices or in your computer browser. You can stream titles or even download them for offline use. With over 1.5 million titles available instantly, hoopla truly has something for everyone!
You can borrow up to 6 titles each month; borrows reset on the first of each month. So what are you waiting for? Check hoopla out today. For further information or questions please contact us at library@chapmanvalley.wa.gov.au
BorrowBox
BorrowBox offers a range of downloadable e-audio books for your listening preference. The collection include a range of fiction and non-fiction title from all genres and caters to all ages. Apps are available for both Android and Mac devices.
Get the BorrowBox app. Select your library and enter your library ID/Barcode and password/PIN
Borrow, download and enjoy eBooks and eAudibooks
Click here to login to BorrowBox.
Trove
Trove helps you find and use resources relating to Australia. It’s more than a search engine. Trove brings together content from libraries, museums, archives, repositories and other research and collecting organisations big and small.
Trove is an online service created by the National Library of Australia
Trove offers free public access to a wide range of information, including historical and contemporary materials.
Trove contains digital reproductions of newspapers, journals, books, maps, personal papers, as well as archived websites and other born-digital content. It also brings together records and digitised content from libraries, museums, galleries, universities, archives, data repositories and other research and collecting organisations around Australia.
National Library of Australia Trove link
Mental Health Awareness
The early years of a child's life - from conception to toddlerhood - play an essential role in shaping their long-term mental health, wellbeing and development. Emerging Minds have created a suite full of online learning courses and resources for professionals who work with infants, toddlers, parents and families.
Find all the resources from Emerging Minds here
One in five Australians are impacted by poor mental health. It is a very big issue and people look to books for help.
Exisle Publishing understand the value of books to help people to a path of better mental wellness. Visit website www.exislepublishing.com to purchase any of these books.
Ngala Parenting Line
Funded by the WA State Government
The Parenting Line offers free telephone advice and support to parents and carers of children up to 18 years of age throughout Western Australia.
Our team of qualified and friendly staff are on hand to offer information, strategies, reassurance and encouragement. They help parents and other professionals find the appropriate organisation or service to meet their need.
Hours of operation are 8am to 8pm, every day. The Parenting Line operates as a Call-back service.
Ways to contact the Parenting Line:
Telephone: (08) 9368 9368 or 1800 111 546 - leave a message with Switchboard or on the Answering machine.
Website: www.ngala.com.au/services/ngala-parenting-line/
