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Service Announcement – Rosebud Library Maintenance Works

Rosebud Library is currently undergoing essential maintenance works to upgrade our air conditioning unit. Visitors may experience some noise disturbances, and the air-conditioning will be unavailable. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience and understanding while these works are completed.

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Author Talks

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Get inspired at the library with author talks featuring bestselling writers, local voices, and new talent.

Enjoy thought-provoking talks, lively Q&As, and a deeper look into the writing process.

Free, bookings essential. 

History Talk: A Look at Hastings in the Early Years - Hastings Library

Join Hastings Western Port Historical Society President and storyteller John as he tells us about the fascinating history of early Hastings.

Hastings Library, 7 High Street, Hastings 3915

Tagged as: , Local History

IWD: Women, Power & the Stories We Tell - Mornington Library

In this intimate conversation, acclaimed authors Anne Freeman and Kylie Orr come together to explore the 2026 IWD theme “Balance the Scales”.

Mornington Library, Vancouver Street, Mornington 3931

Tagged as: , Books

Author Talk: Melissa Manning - Mornington Library

17 Apr 2026 Join award‑winning author Melissa Manning, in conversation with Rebecca Fraser, as they discuss her deeply moving new novel, Frogsong.

Mornington Library, Vancouver Street, Mornington 3931

Tagged as: , Books

Author Talk: Ashley Kalagian Blunt - Mornington Library

17 Mar 2026 Join us to discuss the new psychological thriller by Ashley Kalagian Blunt, "Like Follow, Die".

Mornington Library, Vancouver Street, Mornington 3931

Tagged as: , Books

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Mornington Peninsula Shire acknowledges and pays respect to the Bunurong people, the Traditional Custodians of these lands and waters

 

Please be aware that CCTV cameras are in operation at a number of Shire buildings, including municipal offices, recreation centres and youth centres.

Library Branches

Mornington Library
Vancouver Street, Mornington
Phone: 5950 1820
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Rosebud Library
McDowell Street, Rosebud
Phone: 5950 1230
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Hastings Library
7 High Street, Hastings
Phone: 5950 1710 
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Somerville Library
1085 Frankston-Flinders Road, Somerville
Phone: 5950 1638
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