The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future.

Celebrate 20 years of City Library

Join us at City Library for a day of celebration as we mark the 20th birthday

Browse our new look Children’s Library and celebrate with kids stories and party games, join us in the Gallery for afternoon tea with the Choir of Hard Knocks or stay for an insightful talk by photographer Andrew Chapman, whose work is featured throughout the library.

10.30am: Children's birthday celebration with cupcakes
3pm: Gallery afternoon tea with Journal Cafe Coffee cart and cupcakes
3.30pm: Choir of Hard knocks
5.30pm: Andrew Chapman talk

Acknowledgement of Traditional Owners

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future.

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