ANZAC Day - All branches closed
All library branches will be closed for ANZAC Day, Saturday 25 April.
Anzac Books for Younger Readers
ANZAC Day approaches, and with it the prospect of introducing this national day to the very young in a way that’s meaningful and relevant for them.
Whether you have a historical fiction obsessed older child or you’re looking for a picture book to introduce the topic for the first time, our ANZAC Books for Children list has something for you.
ANZAC Day Services
On ANZAC Day, please take time to pause and reflect on the service and sacrifice of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps, and all those who have served in wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations.
In the lead‑up to and on ANZAC Day, a number of local commemorative services will be held across Port Phillip. Everyone is warmly encouraged to attend and support these community events.
St Kilda RSL ANZAC Commemoration and March
⏱️11.15 am to 12.15 pm, Sunday 19 April
📍 March departs St Kilda RSL at 11.15 am
📍 Commemoration at Alfred Square from 11.30 am
Elwood ANZAC Commemoration
⏱️ 8.30 am to 9.30 am, Saturday 25 April
📍 Elwood Sailing Club forecourt and foreshore
Port Melbourne ANZAC Commemoration
⏱️ 10 am to 11 am, Saturday 25 April
📍 WWI Memorial, corner of Bay Street and Beach Street
Attending these services is a meaningful way to honour those who have served and to stand alongside our community in remembrance.