Merredin Regional Library

𝑻𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝑻𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔

They’ve been a household staple for generations — but do you remember the operating instructions, including that surprisingly alarming note at the end?

We think this particular version dates back to the 1950s. Do you still use one of these vintage classics, or have you upgraded to a modern, more efficient model?

Share your memories (or safety warnings!) in the comments below!

From the Merredin Library Memorabilia Collection.

𝑵𝒆𝒘 𝒄𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒍𝒆𝒏𝒈𝒆 𝒂𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑴𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒏 𝑳𝒊𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚 🧩

After conquering a massive 3,000-piece jigsaw, the library team decided it was time for a change of pace! We’re now tackling a 3D puzzle of the Taj Mahal—and we could use a few extra hands.

It’s a delicate balancing act of fitting horizontal layers before locking in the vertical pieces (and let's just say the instructions aren't much help!)

All help is welcome. Grab a friend, pop into the library, and see who can lock in the next piece first!

𝑩𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕 𝒇𝒓𝒐𝒎 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒂𝒔𝒕 🧺

Picnics were a staple of early life in Merredin. They offered a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with family and friends, share a meal, and foster stronger working relationships.

Can you guess when this particular picnic was held, and who the group of people belonged to?

📸 | Photograph from the Merredin Library Memorabilia Collection, sourced from the collections of the State Library of Western Australia and reproduced with the permission of the Library Board of Western Australia.

𝑳𝒆𝒈𝒐 𝑪𝒍𝒖𝒃 - 𝑶𝒏 𝑵𝒆𝒙𝒕 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒚 🧱

Do you like to build things? Do you like to challenge yourself? Do you like surprises? Then why not come along to the Merredin Library Lego Club on Monday 31 August at 3:30pm.

Have a go with instructions from our many Lego books, try your luck with a spin of the Lego Challenge Wheel, or just use your imagination.

All kids between 5 and 14 are welcome. Bring along a parent or two if you'd like to challenge them to see who can make the most interesting build.

See you there! 👋

Merredin Museum & Historical Society AGM

Calling all train lovers and history buffs.

Join the Merredin Railway Museum Committee and help keep the Museum thriving. The committee meets about 4 times a year, and is always looking for new ideas to improve the museum and surrounds, and volunteers to help keep the Museum open.

The AGM will be held at the Merredin Library, 22 Coronation Street, Merredin at 6pm on Thursday 3 September.

Everyone is welcome. Nibblies will be provided.

See you there.

𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗥𝗘 𝗙𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗧 𝟭𝟬:𝟯𝟬𝗔𝗠 𝗧𝗢𝗠𝗢𝗥𝗥𝗢𝗪❗

Please be advised that all Shire facilities will open at 10:30am tomorrow, Wednesday 26 August 2026, to allow for a scheduled staff meeting & training.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

𝑾𝒆 𝒅𝒊𝒅 𝒊𝒕!🧩

The MASSIVE 3,000-piece jigsaw puzzle at Merredin Library is officially COMPLETE!

To say those endless miles of solid blue sky tested our patience would be an understatement, but a massive thank you to everyone who dropped by to snap a piece into place. Every single piece counted!

Ready for the next challenge? We’re taking things to another dimension — literally.

Starting next week, we’re tackling a 3D jigsaw puzzle! Stop by the library, test your spatial skills, and help us bring this next masterpiece to life.

Time Change for Wednesday Morning Craft Group

As library staff will be attending a training workshop on Wednesday, the craft group will start at the later time of 10.00am on Wednesday 26 August 2026.

See you then.

𝑴𝒐𝒗𝒊𝒆/𝑻𝑽 𝒕𝒊𝒆-𝒊𝒏𝒔 𝒂𝒕 𝑴𝒆𝒓𝒓𝒆𝒅𝒊𝒏 𝑳𝒊𝒃𝒓𝒂𝒓𝒚

We’ve all heard the golden rule: always read the book before watching the movie. But let's be honest, that can backfire. You build a vivid picture of the characters in your head, only for the casting director to choose someone completely different. Talk about a mind bend!

Here’s a plot twist for your reading routine: try watching the movie first.

When you screen the film ahead of time, your brain instantly adopts the cast for the page. Then, when you dive into the book, you get to sit back and enjoy all the rich subplots, hidden backstories, and extra scenes that never made the final edit. It’s the ultimate win-win!

The Merredin Library is packed with page-turners that inspired your favorite screen adaptations. Check out our first round of picks below!

Have you read (or watched) any of these yet? Let us know in the comments! 👇