The State Library will be closed today in recognition of Anzac Day.
Arthur Oxer was born in Exeter in 1894. He was was killed in action at #Gallipoli on 21 Aug 1915, the day before his 21st birthday.
His diary is here: digital.collections.slsa.sa.gov.au/nodes/view/2493

Lest we forget
#Anzac #Anzac Day

To complement the Disrupt, persist, invent exhibition #NationalArchivesAustralia has provided a suite of self-guided learning resources aimed at Teachers for students in years 6 to 12.
slsa.sa.gov.au/events/disrupt…
#NAA #AustralianCurriculum #LearningResources #Education #Students

Words to linger with
Books on a library shelf
Worlds to wander through

Happy #HaikuPoetryDay . Share your library or book related Haiku below!

#WeLoveBooks #slsa #libraries #archives #stories #StateLibrarySA

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“When writers work together, something magical happens”

@WritersSA’s #WorkSpace returns on 28 April, book now and join the magic.

#libraries #slsa #StateLibrarySA #InstituteBuilding #WeLoveBooks

slsa.sa.gov.au/events/work-sp…

Planes, trains and automobiles were popping up on #SLSAUnstacked this week.

See what others are unearthing in #StateLibrarySA ’s catalogue.

#StoriesThatMakeUs #ToldByYou #slsa #libraries #archives #photographs #WeLoveBooks

unstacked.slsa.sa.gov.au

How did the Allied forces defeat the Japanese at the Battle of Milne Bay? Find out at the next National Archives of Australia lunchtime session. Hear stories from the archives of young #SouthAustralian servicemen.
slsa.sa.gov.au/events/battle-… #libraries #archives #slsa #StateLibrarySA

We’ve invited Walter Marsh, author and journalist, to speak at our next #StoriesFromTheStacks session to talk about the story of a young Rupert Murdoch.
#libraries #slsa #StateLibrarySA #stories #WatchLive #WatchOnDemand #StoriesLive
slsa.sa.gov.au/events/young-r…

Looking for an inspiring place to study in #adelaide ? Pop into your #StateLibrarySA . We’ve got free wifi, meetings rooms & study areas in the charming #MortlockChamber . #libraries #archives #slsa #researchhelp #StateLibraryCafe

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What a great spot to be writing my review of Adelaide Festival’s The Nightingale and Other Fables, here in the Mortlock Wing at State Library of South Australia.

Here are some lovely pictures of South Australian wildlife from the collections of #StateLibrarySA .

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#JustBecause #WorldWildlifeDay #libraries #archives #photographs #slsa

Thomas Woolcock died from mercury poisoning in Moonta, 1873. His wife, Elizabeth, was convicted and became the only woman hanged in #SouthAustralia . But was she innocent?
#slsa #libraries #StateLibrarySA #TrueCrime #WomenInHistory #StoriesFromTheStacks
slsa.sa.gov.au/elizabeth-wool…

The @AdlFringe returns to #SouthAustralia and we are excited to announce #StateLibrarySA is hosting five fabulous events: Beating up the Beatles, Allegria, Turning the page, Jazz Masters and Rhapsody in Chicago Blues.

Take a look at what’s on!

slsa.sa.gov.au/series/adelaid…

Last days to see the vibrant and distinct collage artworks by Jeannie Baker in her exhibition 'Desert Jungle'.

#StateLibraryGallery #PenrithRegionalGallery #libraries #slsa

slsa.sa.gov.au/events/desert-…

On New Year’s Night 1902, Bertha Schippan was brutally murdered on a farm in #Towitta #SouthAustralia . Her sister Mary was accused, but did she do it? #slsa #libraries #StateLibrarySA #TrueCrime #notorious #WomenInHistory #curiosities #StoriesFromTheStacks
slsa.sa.gov.au/who-killed-ber…

On this day in 1878 Australia's only inland lighthouse began operation. #PointMalcolm Lighthouse marked the narrow passage between Lakes Albert & Alexandrina. Operated until 1931
More here: coorongcountry.com.au/point-malcolm-…
Photo c1907
#ThrowbackThursday #tbt #SouthAustralia #lighthouses

The #StateLibraryCafe is open today but will be taking a short break over this long weekend. They will be back on Monday with tasty treats, wonderful coffee, great food and a relaxed atmosphere.
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#GreatCoffee #slsa #libraries #StateLibrarySA

With the #AustraliaDay long weekend starting tomorrow, it might be time for a picnic - just like the passengers who took the train to #Bridgewater in 1900.
Wonder what's in those baskets and bags?
collections.slsa.sa.gov.au/find/bridgewat…
#ThrowbackThursday #tbt #SouthAustralia #libraries #trains

Shape South Australia's cultural future. Share your thoughts on arts, culture, and creativity in a quick 3-minute survey. The Government wants your input. Find out more and have your say now at: ow.ly/9tFz50Qr7JT
#Culture #Arts #SouthAustralia

Spoken Word SA's Summer Slam kicked off at the State Library on Saturday. Poets wowed the live audience with original pieces under two minutes, no props or costumes. We are proud to support the South Australian Poetry Slam. More heats in Adelaide soon! ow.ly/m2ZF50QqMUi

Waiting for a letter to arrive?

This week on #SLSAUnstacked , there was an intriguing theme of letterboxes and mail.

#curiosity #slsa #stories #StateLibrarySA #photographs #archives #libraries

unstacked.slsa.sa.gov.au