Both Margaret River and Augusta libraries have a specialist collection of books, magazines, DVDs and audio books for youth aged 12 – 18 years.  There is also career, tertiary, university and apprenticeship information available.  To locate items from the Young Adult collection search our catalogue.

The Rotary Club of Margaret River have kindly provided funding for a program aimed at encouraging year one students to use their local public library.  Each year one student in the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River is given a Reading Rabbits pack that includes general library information, colouring in and a special reading rewards card.  Every time the student borrows from the library they will be given a stamp on their card and prizes such as stationary, stickers and book vouchers from the Margaret River Bookshop are awarded as incentives.  Reading Rabbits is sponsored by Rotary Club of Margaret River, The Margaret River Bookshop and Scholastic Australia.

Every baby born in the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River receives a FREE BOOK as part of Better Beginnings, a family literacy initiative launched at Augusta-Margaret River Libraries in 2006.  Shire Libraries working with the State Library of Western Australia have established the Better Beginnings programme to encourage parents to share books and stories with their babies.  The libraries work in partnership with the Community Health Nurses to distribute free books, activity kits and their very own library bag.  The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River has contributed funds to purchase gift books.  The libraries’ role in this exciting new programme highlights the Shire’s commitment to encouraging children to enjoy sharing stories while simultaneously improving their listening and language skills.  Better Beginnings is sponsored by the Shire of Augusta Margaret River, State Library of Western Australia and Rio Tinto’s Future Fund.

Visit our shire libraries to enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and craft.  All are welcome to participate however the program is aimed at 2 – 5 year olds and there is no need to book a place.  Storytime encourages children to discover a love of books, stories and reading and rhymes and promotes family literacy skills.

Storytime at Margaret River Library	Every Tuesday 10:00 - 11:00
Storytime at Augusta Library	Every second Thursday of the month 10:30 - 11:30 AND Every fourth Friday of the month 10:30 - 11:30

Baby Rhyme Time incorporates rhymes, songs and music with the aim of supporting parents to enjoy using language and reading with their babies.  This free session is aimed at children aged 0 – 2 years old and is the perfect opportunity to meet other parents whist enjoying the afternoon tea supplied.

Baby Rhyme Time is at Margaret River Library

Every Monday (except public holidays) 2:30

The Shire library service offers FREE school holiday activities for all school aged children at both Augusta and Margaret River library branches.  These activities have included mask making, storytelling, drama workshops, magic shows, photo frame making, scavenger hunts, Christmas crafts and many other fun activities.  The school holiday program is advertised at least two weeks prior to each holiday period on our website.

The following databases can be accessed from home any time however you will need your library card ready to type in the barcode number.