Waverley Library Archives

Story Time at The Boot Factory with Waverley Library – A Magical Morning for Little Bookworms

July 31, 2025

Looking for a fun, free and engaging activity to share with your preschooler? Join Waverley Library for Story Time @ The Boot Factory – a delightful morning of stories, rhymes and creativity designed especially for children aged 3 to 5 years. Held in the beautifully refurbished Boot Factory in Bondi Junction, this 30-minute session is perfect for little imaginations. Expect an interactive program of storytelling, playful rhymes and plenty of giggles – all designed to encourage a love of books and reading from an early age. As an added treat, each child will receive a craft to take home, so…

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Free, What to do

Celebrate World Ocean Day with Crafty Fun at Waverley Library

June 2, 2025

Looking for a fun and creative weekend activity for the kids? Head to Waverley Library on Saturday 7 June for a special World Ocean Day Craft event – a hands-on celebration that’s perfect for children aged 4 and up. Running from 10am to 4pm, this drop-in style craft day invites kids and their families to dive into the wonders of the ocean through art. Children will have the chance to make colourful sea creatures, including sea turtles and octopuses, using a variety of fun materials. To add to the excitement, there will be giveaways like ocean-themed scratch art, stickers, and…

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Family Friendly Technology, What to do

Preserve Precious Family Moments – For Free at Waverley Library

May 3, 2025

Do you have old family photos, slides, VHS tapes, or home videos tucked away in boxes, waiting to be rediscovered? Don’t let those treasured memories fade away—digitise them and keep your family stories alive for generations to come. Waverley Library is now offering a free Family History Digitisation Station, giving you the chance to bring your old memories back to life. Whether it’s childhood birthdays, family holidays, or special moments with loved ones, this easy-to-use station allows you to convert VHS tapes, Hi8 and Video8 cassettes, film reels, negatives, and photographs into digital files you can share and keep forever….

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Community, Food

Gingerbread House Making

November 16, 2024

Unleash your inner child this Christmas with a twist on a classic holiday tradition that’s all grown up! Gather your adult friends and get ready for a festive, fun-filled gingerbread house making experience like no other. Indulge your senses in the sweet aroma of gingerbread and the taste of delectable icing as you embark on a creative adventure that’s perfect for adults. You’ll have the creative freedom to design and build a gingerbread masterpiece that’s uniquely yours. Treat yourself and your friends to a memorable, merry-making event that’s tailor-made for adults. Gingerbread making kits and light refreshments provided. This event…

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Education, Kids

HSC Study Night @Waverley Library: English with Larry Grumley

September 13, 2024

Waverley Library is hosting a special study night for year 12 students! Larry Grumley will provide HSC students some last minute advice in preparation for their upcoming English exams, covering HSC Human Experience and Paper 2 study and exam techniques both Advanced and Standard courses. Larry Grumley has over 30 years’ experience teaching English in both Australia and overseas. He has taught at high school, TAFE and university level and is currently Head Teacher of English at Catherine McAuley High School, Sydney. As a Supervisor of Marking, he has presented lectures on aspects of English and learning skills to students…

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Business & Career

Free Resume & CV Writing workshop

June 21, 2024

Need to improve your Resume and CV writing skills? Waverley Library is hosting an event that will help you get a competitive edge. Standing out from the pack in the job market can sometimes be a challenge! Get help and take your first step tighter with Join Mohan Dhall – a Fellow of the Institute of Managers and Leaders, Chartered Manager and university lecturer. Learn how to improve your resume and CV writing skills. Get job ready by covering all the important topics such as: What is a resume/CV? How are resumes/CVs used? What are the critical things needed in…

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Inspiration, Kids

Congratulations to everyone who entered the Waverley Youth Art Prize!

June 13, 2024

Last week the Waverley Youth Art Prize winners were revealed in the Waverley Library. the Waverley council received over 260 entries for this year’s prize and it is a stunning exhibition, to view all the entrants and winners, be sure to head to the Waverley Library. While you visit, don’t forget to vote for your favorite in the People’s choice prize. Winners announced SENIOR 1 (aged 16-18 years) – Misha Heazlewood –Polluted Prawn Cocktail SENIOR 2 (aged 16-18 years) – Rose Lespets – Strange Encounter SENIOR 3 (aged 16-18 years) – Coco Batu-Sampson – AMPHITRITE Goddess of the Sea SENIOR HC (aged 16-18 years) – Claudia…

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Kids, What to do

World Ocean Day Craft at Waverley Library

May 24, 2024

In celebration of World Ocean Day Waverley Library is hosting a fun and creative weekend of craft with the opportunity to make ocean creatures including a sea turtle and octopus. These craft sessions are suitable for children aged 4 years and older, as well as their families and friends. To register your interest please continue to the tickets page. Please note that this is not a facilitated activity, and parents/carers must remain within the library while their child/children participate. When: Saturday, June 8 · 10am – 3pm AEST Where: Waverley Library 32-48 Denison St Sydney, NSW 2022 Cost: Free More…

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Kids, Parenting

New Children’s Magazines available at Waverley Library

May 10, 2024

Young readers can now embark on a journey of discovery with Waverley’s new children’s magazines! Explore the mysteries of science with How it Works, Double Helix, and Discovery Box, or discover the world with National Geographic Kids. Find mindfulness in Teen Breathe and keep up with trends in Total Girl. Just Kiddinggets you laughing and Wacky but Trueleaves you in disbelief. Storybox offers great stories for little ones and curiosity will be fed with Krash and K-Zone. Borrow them all from Waverley’s children’s library – there’s something for every young reader to discover! Location & hours Address:Ron Lander Centre, 32-48…

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Kids, Playgroups, Playgroups

Bondi Toy Library opens at Waverley Library!

March 14, 2024

Visit the Bondi Toy Library at its new location in the children’s section of Waverley Library. Join Waverley mayor Paula Masselos at the official opening event on Tuesday March 26. Children are invited to browse the shelves, play with the toys and explore this wonderful not-for-profit community resource. We will also be celebrating Bondi Toy Library’s 40th birthday! Want to take some toys and games home with you? Speak to our staff about becoming a Bondi Toy Library member and start borrowing immediately. when: Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Where: Waverley Library 32-48 Denison Street Bondi…

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