ALIA West
ALIA West is your gateway to professional development and networking opportunities in Western Australia’s library community. Through initiatives like the F A Sharr Award and collaborative projects, we empower members to excel in their careers while promoting excellence in librarianship. Our social and networking program fosters connections across the region, facilitating the exchange of ideas and supporting grassroots recruitment efforts.
Join ALIAWest to access valuable resources, participate in industry events, and connect with like-minded professionals passionate about shaping the future of libraries.
Library Technicians will find additional resources and connections in the Western Australian Library Technicians group and those entering the profession are always encouraged to join the Students and New Graduates group.
Happy ALIA West Members. Perth, WA. ~ Photo by ALIAWest.
ALIA membership
Anyone can get involved with ALIA West. ALIA membership is encouraged but not required. Find out more about the benefits of ALIA membership below.
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New Norcia Library Day – Unearthing our stories: role of libraries in preserving local history and heritage
The day started by threatening to be 35C, but only reached a lovely 31.2C instead (at 2pm when we were inside the thick walled and cool St Gertrude’s). The journey was uneventful, until we caught up with the slow moving trucks carrying mining equipment. ...
Guest blogger: Create, Connect, Collaborate — The many cases of GLAMR awesome in WA
ALIAWest invited guest bloggers to write about their experience attending the Connect, Create, Collaborate event at the State Library of WA in September. Rae Duncan is our second guest blogger. Rae is an undergraduate student at Charles Sturt University and dreams of...
Guest blogger: Connect, Create, Collaborate – A Cracking Day at SLWA!
ALIAWest invited guest bloggers to write about their experience attending the Connect, Create, Collaborate event at the State Library of WA in September. Jenny Lucas welcomed the invitation and although we'd like to think we organised a great event, it's best to hear...
Events
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
ALIAWest Conference
Save the Date! 🌟 Join Us at 2026’s Premier GLAMR Conference in Western Australia! 🌟 We’re excited to announce an upcoming gathering for professionals across the GLAMR sector — Galleries, Libraries, Archives, Museums, and Records — a space where culture, knowledge, and...
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.
ALIA West Annual Quiz night
🌟 Mark your calendars! 🌟 Join us for a night of fun and trivia at the #ALIAWest Quiz Night on November 2026. Test your knowledge, win prizes, and support the F A Sharr Award. Teams of 6 Don't miss out! #QuizNight #TriviaFunSave the
Committee Meeting
Committee meetings are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month; February to November. Join online on Zoom or in person usually at the State Library of Western Australia.