Hear from Hugh Tranter, author of Southern Signals, about the history of Australian communication technology.

Learn about one of Australia's great storytellers and his photography documenting Australia’s most fabulous parade.

Interested in adding more non-fiction books to your reading list? Check out these recommendations from staff at the National Library.

Get some winter book recommendations to suit all reading moods.

Dive into the world of wacky advertising from decades past.

Explore letters written by Dorothy Richmond about her experience travelling to Europe with the 1924 Australian Olympic team.

Library staff recently attended the Melanesian Arts and Culture Festival (MACFEST), returning with new acquisitions, knowledge and connections.

Hear from 2023 National Library Fellow Dr Mei-Fen Kuo about her research into the impact of Chinese cafes during the Cold War.

Hear from Dr Lorinda Cramer about her research into Australian wool and her experience as a 2023 National Library Fellow.

Learn about the research of 2024 National Library Scholar Zoe Smith and what she found during her time at the Library.