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👉History talk at the SMSA with Dr Peter Hobbins. Join Dr Peter Hobbins, historian, curator, and expert in all things disastrous – from pandemics to shipwrecks to aviation catastrophes – as he unpacks this gripping true story of the tragic helicopter crash that shook Sydney in

We wrapped up our Council on the Ageing (COTA) NSW Senior’s Month program with an exceptional final day of events. For the concluding in-person events we hosted two insightful panels: "Simple Tips for Navigating Your Healthcare Journey" and "Nurturing Positive Relationships." A heartfelt thank you

Join #hcnswmember historian and curator Dr Peter Hobbins, as he unpacks the true story of 'The Helicopter Crash That Shook Sydney' Hosted by SMSA this talk uncovers the story that changed Australian aviation changed forever on Thursday 3rd April buff.ly/G4RfBxY

📣Join us for a night of serious book chat as we celebrate the launch of Barren Cape – a terrifying, and timely thriller from author Michelle Prak. This edge-of-your-seat ride will have you double-checking your locks and sleeping with the lights on. Michelle will be in

Yesterday we were joined by Dr Peter Hobbins the Head of Knowledge at the Australian National Maritime Museum. As a historian, curator, and expert in all things disastrous, Peter shared his research on the tragic true story of the helicopter crash that shook Sydney in 1966.

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📣Fresh-off-the-press books are lined up and eagerly awaiting their perfect reader match! Find the full list of new additions to our library collection here: tinyurl.com/4dcn5srn #NewBooks #SydneyLibrary #LibraryLife #BookLovers #NewWriters #BookRecomendations

💫 Welcome to Top 5 Tips, our new video series. In April Falls month, here's tips for staying active & on your feet with Kamilla Haufort NSW Health Find resources in community languages ➡️ ow.ly/RYQJ50VtESQ NSW Fall Prevention & Healthy Ageing Network #HealthyAgeing #StayingActive #PreventingFalls

The SMSA library and offices will be closed over the Easter Holidays🐥🐣 Please see our holiday hours below 👇 Thursday 17th April - 9:00am - 5:00pm Friday 18th April - CLOSED Saturday 19th April - CLOSED Sunday 20th April - CLOSED Monday 21st April - CLOSED Tuesday 22nd April -

It's Poetry Month! 😍Swing by our library for a handpicked poetry display or hop onto our website for some poetic picks that'll make your heart sing! Library Poetic Picks: library.smsa.org.au #PoetryMonth #poetrylovers #poets #SydneyLibrary #LibraryLovers #Books #BookLovers

With a splash, we're plunging into the Stirling Castle research at the Australian National Maritime Museum's Vaughan Evans Library. Picture a ship built for speed, ready to whisk our mechanics away on a four-month oceanic adventure. Read our latest feature The Stirling Castle

The SMSA library and offices will be closed on Anzac Day and will re-open on Saturday 26th April at 9am.

Ever wondered what it’s like to be a first responder? Frog, The Secret Diary of a Paramedic shines a light on the little-known daily life of the people sitting behind the wheel in the ambulance, with flashing lights and sirens blasting. In Frog, the award-winning debut author

🌎 Join the world's largest digital book club! #BigLibraryRead returns May 15-29 with Natalie Hodges' 'Uncommon Measure' - a lyrical memoir blending music, neuroscience & identity. 🎻 No waits, no holds - just instant reading! 📚 Borrow now: smsa.overdrive.com

🚨 #WeatherAlert: Due to severe weather & ongoing rail disruptions, SMSA will close early at 3pm today. Staff and visitor safety is our priority. 🌧️⛈️ We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience. Normal hours resume tomorrow #SydneyStorm #StaySafeSydney

🌟 We had an unforgettable time at The Library That Made Me event at the State Library, where we met the incredibly talented Afra Atiq! 🌟 We even got a signed copy of her stunning poetry collection Of Palm Trees and Skies — and we can't wait to share it with our members!

The Sydney Writers' Festival may be over, but the stories live on! Drop by the library to explore some of the titles featured at the festival — including the Stella Prize winner Michelle de Kretser! Plus, more of the festival books will be arriving on our shelves next month.

🚨 Scams hurt and older Australians are most at risk. Join us for expert advice on protecting yourself from fraud, scams & identity theft. 🎤 Jayde Richmond, Scamwatch 🎤 Dr Kate Gould, CYBERABILITY 🗓 26 June 2025 @ 10 am | 📍 280 Pitt St Sydney #ScamAware #SMSAEvents

Our shelves are shining bright with Rainbow Reads! From love stories and coming-of-age journeys to powerful memoirs and queer history—these books reflect the beauty and diversity of the LGBTQ+ community. Come find your next great read and celebrate Pride with us! 🏳️‍🌈

🚨 Sneak Peek Alert 🚨 We've got a fresh batch of books arriving and trust us - you'll want to be first in line! From page-turning mysteries to heartwarming biographies (and everything in between), so here's a glimpse of what's hitting our shelves in July.