Shire of Ashburton Libraries

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Onslow Library

The Onslow library is currently located at the Shire Administration Complex, on Second Avenue.

Telephone: (08) 9184 9311

Email:  [email protected]

Opening times
Monday 9am to 4pm
Tuesday 9am to 4pm
Wednesday 9am to 4pm
Thursday 9am to 4pm
Friday 9am to 4pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Onslow Library has a large collection of DVDs and books.  It also houses the Wheatstone Information Centre, as well as computers for public use. 

Paraburdoo Library

The Paraburdoo Library is located at the rear of the Ashburton Hall.

Ph: (08) 9190 2222, Fax:  (08) 9189 6240 or Email:  [email protected].

Shire Administration

In addition to library resources, staff also operate as the administration centre for local Shire services and can assist with facility bookings, pet registration and other enquiries. 

Opening times
Monday 8am to 4.30pm
Tuesday 8am to 4.30pm
Wednesday 8am to 4.30pm
Thursday 8am to 4.30pm
Friday 8am to 4.30pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm
Sunday Closed

Paraburdoo Library

The library has a collection of adult and junior fiction and non-fiction books, audio CD's, magazines and DVD's.

The library also has internet access, photocopying, laminating and faxing facilities. 

An area of the room provides the perfect nook and cranny for kids to colour in or watch a movie on the TV while parents browse the library shelves.

Story-time provides a great introduction to the library for young children.

You're welcome to visit the library and if you have any questions a librarian will be happy to assist you.

Pannawonica Library

The Pannawonica Library is located at 70 Deepdale Drive (meeting rooms 1&2).

Tel: (08) 9134 9501, Fax: (08) 9184 1119 Email: [email protected]

Opening times
Monday Closed
Tuesday 9am to 12pm | 12:45pm-4pm
Wednesday 9am to 12pm | 12:45pm-4pm
Thursday 9am to 12pm | 12:45pm-4pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

The Pannawonica Library has a large range of fiction and non-fiction books, DVDs and talking books for all ages.

We also receive a monthly exchange from the West Australian Library Service in Perth ensuring a good rotation of titles.

Pannawonica Library

Specific books and DVDs can be obtained if you need something we don't have in stock. Just ask your librarian.

STORYTIME is available for children on Tuesday and Thursday mornings and everyone is invited to join us for activities and storytelling.  Contact the library or check our facebook page for times. 

In addition the following services are available at the Library:

  • Photocopying
  • Faxing
  • Laminating
  • Public access computer
  • Dog registrations
  • Caravan park bookings
  • Tourist information
  • Minutes of all Local Council meetings are available on request
  • Issuing of Pilbara Rail Permits for Rail Access Roads and
  • Road condition reports.

The Shire Activity Officer can respond to any of these queries and can be contacted on 9134 9501.

Tom Price Library

The Tom Price Library is located on Central Road next to the Visitor Centre.

Ph: (08) 9188 5455    Email: [email protected]

Opening times
Monday 9am to 4pm
Tuesday 9am to 4pm
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 9am to 4pm
Friday 9am to 4pm
Saturday 9am to 12pm
Sunday Closed

Storytime, singing and craft activities are scheduled for children on Monday and Friday mornings at 10am. No bookings are necessary and the sessions are free of charge.

Internet access and other services are available in the library including photocopying, laminating and DVD cleaning.

Tom Price Library