Read Before You Watch

We're excited! So many great movies are coming out in 2026 that are based on incredible reads! Here's a list of books you need to read before the movie is released.

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Why NOW is the best time for children to join the Library!

All new child members (ages 0-12) will be able to choose one of six new limited-edition library membership cards designed by local artists AND they will receive a passport booklet with activities and can go into the draw to WIN awesome LEGO prizes!

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Planning your next meeting, gathering, or study session? YPRL has the space that's right for you! Check out our rooms available for hire and make a booking today!

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Book to Box Office!

Explore this exciting list of books that are set to have a movie adaptation released this year - add them to your reading list now, sit back and enjoy the movie later!

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Loved by Lalor Library

There's a little bit of something for everyone in this diverse reading list! Secure your next great read from these recommendations of the amazing (and well-read!) staff at Lalor Library.

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Meet the Artists Behind New Library Membership Cards

Discover the local talented artists and illustrators that designed our new Library Membership cards and the books they have brought to our shelves!

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Calling all Teachers!

Classroom libraries are a fantastic way of encouraging a love of reading and promoting a diverse range of literacy skills. Your local library can help you keep the reading materials in your classroom fresh and diverse.

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Early Literacy Begins Here

The importance of talking, reading and singing to and with your baby is vital in their development and by coming along to Baby Storytime each week, we can help you to achieve these goals!

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The March Family Library

Little Women need a big library! In between visiting their neighbours, putting on plays, writing thrilling stories in the attic and making mischief among themselves there is plenty of time for a good story.

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Did you know that we have a range of spaces available for hire: meeting rooms, a theatrette, community rooms, computer training rooms and more.

Library Locations you can book:
Diamond Valley, Ivanhoe, Lalor, Mill Park, Thomastown and Watsonia.

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Read Before You Watch

Read Before You Watch

Why NOW is the best time for children to join the Library!

Subscribe to our eNewsletters

Join Today!

Venue Hire

Digital Library

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Digital Library

Articles

Venue Hire

Computers, Internet & Printing

Articles from YPRL staff

Book to Box Office!

Loved by Lalor Library

Meet the Artists Behind New Library Membership Cards

Calling all Teachers!

Early Literacy Begins Here

The March Family Library

Venue Hire

New Adult Fiction in our Collection

Digital Library

eBooks & Audiobooks

Magazine & Newspapers

Movies, TV & Music

Online Learning

Language Learning

Family History & Research

For Kids

A-Z Digital Resources

YPRL App

Books for Babies