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Treasures on tour

Prized collection items from the Library will be exhibited in Frankston in November.

Touring treasures include Ned Kelly's magnificent Jerilderie Letter and the letters and telegrams that seeded the Ern Malley hoax.

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Latest Annual Report released

The Library's 2008/09 Annual Report is hot off the press.

Outlining major initiatives, achievements and future plans for the Library, the report also details recent acquisitions and improved services for users.

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Shop 'til you drop

Fashionistas and shopping lovers will get a buzz out of our exciting new exhibition delving into the history of Melbourne as a shopping mecca.

The exhibition, opening on Friday 11 December, celebrates Melbourne's enthusiasm for shopping, from the Block Arcade to the Footscray Market.

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  • Mirror of the World

    A website featuring items from the rare books collection
  • A Place Called Victoria

    People, places and events seen through the Library's collections
  • Treasures

    Beautiful, rare and unusual items from the Library's collections
  • Inside a Dog

    A website about books for young people: news, reviews and more
  • Vicnet

    Victoria's community information portal
  • Your Treasures

    Share your treasures with others on this website.

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